Job Title: Senior Planning Support Specialist
Job Category: Project and Program Management
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
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Make a difference, join our Team! The Senior Planning Support Specialist drives day-to-day execution of MARFORPAC G-5 (Plans) deliberate planning support and the daily planning battle rhythm. The role owns delivery of assigned planning support outputsâcoordination, staffing, and product productionâso leaders receive on-time, decision-ready materials that enable execution across the Joint Planning and Execution Community (JPEC). This role applies established templates/standards and ensures planning actions move from tasking to closure.
Responsibilities:
- Lead assigned planning support efforts across operational, functional, campaign, and posture planning cycles to meet directed timelines
- Synchronize inputs across USINDOPACOM, Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC), MARFORPAC staff divisions, adjacent components/sub-unified commands, and Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEFs)
- Manage planning tasks, suspense dates, staffing actions, decision points, and follow-through to reduce delays and rework
- Run Operational Planning Team (OPT) and working group support (prep, read-aheads, notes/actions, closeout)
- Develop briefing decks, information papers, and planning documents for senior leader review/approval
- Edit and format products to ensure clarity, consistency, and executive-ready quality using established standards
- Maintain version control and auditable staffing/coordination records across iterations
- Coordinate program-based planning tasks to align assumptions, inputs, and outputs across organizations
- Support posture initiative planning activities by organizing inputs, staffing actions, and implementation tracking (as directed)
- Coach junior staff on battle rhythm discipline, staffing hygiene, and product formatting to improve throughput
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelorâs degree (or equivalent practical experience) in a relevant field
- Career level school completion (e.g. Expeditionary Warfare School or other service equivalents)
- Intermediate Level Schools (ILS) completion (e.g. Marine Corps Command and Staff College or other service equivalents)
- 7+ yearsâ experience supporting military, joint, or federal civilian planning (meetings/working groups, staff products for senior leaders)
- Demonstrated proficiency producing/editing briefing decks, information papers, and formal planning documents
- Demonstrated education and application of the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP) and the Joint Planning Process (JPP).
- Familiarity with JPEC processes and joint planning forums (e.g., OPTs, joint planning groups)
- Ability to comply with government workplace requirements and obtain/maintain any required access/eligibility
Preferred:
- Intermediate Advanced Level Schools (A-ILS) planning education (e.g., JAWS/SAMS/SAW/MAWS/SAASS)
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP)
- Prior relevant MOS experience (e.g., USMC 0507/0505/0502/0511 or other service MOS equivalents)
- Prior experience working with/alongside USINDOPACOM, MARFORPAC, HQMC, a combatant command, Service component, or MEF HQ
Skills & Competencies
- Operational execution, suspense management, and staffing discipline
- Stakeholder coordination in high-tempo, deadline-driven environments
- Clear writing and synthesis of complex inputs into decision-ready outputs
- Attention to detail, formatting rigor, and version control
- Professional judgment on when to elevate risks, conflicts, or late-breaking changes
Autonomy, Decision Authority & Accountability
- Owns day-to-day planning support execution for assigned efforts (battle rhythm, staffing mechanics, delivery)
- Decides work sequencing and coordination approach within established standards; escalates priority conflicts/tradeoffs to government leads
- Accountable for on-time delivery, complete staffing packages, and reliable coordination closure
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What You Can Expect:
 A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, youâll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customerâs missions and driven by a higher purpose â to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youâll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground â in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$100,200 - $220,700
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.