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Job Description:

• Assist military and government service personnel in the preparation, and execution of the training/exercise events.
• The Defense Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Response Force (DCRF) Observer Controller/Trainer (OC/T) and Command and Control CBRN Response Element (C2CRE) OC/T Team requires exercise support service MCD OPNS SME to enable DCRF and C2CRE A&B Technical Support Forces (TSF) training and evaluation mission capability within the team.
• Planning and coordination may include the development of training Master Scenario Event Lists (MSEL) or other scripted training scenarios to develop MCD skills and TSF unit emergency response skills.
• Planning and coordination may include unit or venue specific visits, including planning meetings and Site Surveys.
• During the execution of DCRF TSF training exercises and evaluations, contractor support will focus on ambulatory decontamination, non-ambulatory decontamination, technical decontamination, and Casualty Collection Point (CCP) operations in a mass casualty environment.

Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats, as well as the corresponding response protocols and equipment.
• Familiarity with the latest CBRN response equipment, technology, and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to coordinate and plan training events, including site visits and meetings. Also, create realistic training scenarios.
• The ability to analyze complex situations and make informed decisions, especially during training evaluations. Being able to adapt and make real-time decisions.
• Possess experience and knowledge of working in this field as emergency responder and they shall be accredited by either the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board).
• Qualified in accordance with (IAW) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, National Incident Management System (NIMS), and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1670 training qualification standards. This document addresses Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents.
• Possess knowledge of current Army Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs), Training and Evaluation Outlines (T&EOs) and concept of employment operations for the specific mission being supported in order to train and evaluate TSF personnel in the same manner their TSF unit will respond to a CBRN incident.
• Possess experience and knowledge of TSF chemical, medical, and search & rescue units and how they conform to Incident Command System concerning command & control, search & rescue, medical, mortuary affairs, mass casualty decontamination, and reconnaissance operations.
• Possess Hazardous Material First Responder Operations Level certification. First responders at the operational level shall have received at least eight hours of training or have had sufficient experience to objectively demonstrate competency in the following areas, in addition to the first responder awareness level:
  • Knowledge of the basic hazard and risk assessment techniques.
  • Know how to select and use proper personal protective equipment provided to the first responder operational level.
  • An understanding of basic hazardous materials terms.
  • Know how to perform basic control, containment and/or confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and personal protective equipment available with their unit.
  • Know how to implement basic decontamination procedures.
  • An understanding of the relevant standard operating procedures and termination procedures.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program.

DAWSON gives preference to Internal Candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.