Strategy Associate jobs in Lafayette, LA

Company Description

ProSidian is looking for “Great People Who Lead” at all levels in the organization.  Are you a talented professional ready to deliver real value to clients in a fast-paced, challenging environment?  ProSidian Consulting is looking for professionals who share our commitment to integrity, quality, and value.

ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management.  We help clients improve their operations.   

Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers.  Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/prosidian for more information.

Job Description

ProSidian seeks an Operational Energy (OE) Strategy Technical Expert to provide advisory and analysis services OBO The United States European Command (USEUCOM) Operational Energy (OE) Strategy Program necessary to implement the Department of Defense (DoD) OE Strategy and USEUCOM OE Program and synchronize planning, programming, and projects across USECOM.  The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide a technical expert who shall work within USEUCOM Headquarters on Patch Barracks, Stuttgart Germany.  The Operational Energy Technical Expert shall serve as the USEUCOM OE Technical Expert and provide programmatic assistance and support to the US Govt. to synchronize OE efforts in USEUCOM and assist in the implementation of DoD’s OE Strategy.

In military planning, OE provides energy security for the Warfighter to assure the United States (US) forces have a reliable supply of energy for military missions.  USEUCOM’s OE Program must incorporate DoD, Joint Staff, USEUCOM, and North Alliance Treaty Organization (NATO) guidance and analyses in planning to address energy risks and opportunities across the full range of military operations.  Additionally, the OE Program must i.e. assess energy-related operational risks and identify associated capability gaps and ii, ensure that joint training and exercises improve the Joint Force’s Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for the delivery and use of energy.

Operational Energy (OE) Strategy Technical Expert shall also support initiatives for the DOD to take advantage of improved technology and the Department’s steadily improving understanding of operational energy challenges to ensure the consistent delivery of energy to the warfighter.  The DoD relies on the extensive expertise in these areas to ensure separate domains execute in a safe and effective manner that accounts for their unique energy requirements.  Significant changes within the operational environment will further increase the demand for fuel as operations must be conducted across vast distances.

Balancing out the Department’s energy portfolio is installation energy, which is the energy used to power installations and enduring locations, as well as the non-tactical fleet vehicles used at those locations. In many ways, installation energy supports warfighter requirements through secure and resilient sources of commercial electrical energy, and where applicable, energy generation and storage, to support mission loads, power projection platforms, remotely piloted aircraft operations, intelligence support, and cyber operations.  There is a range of initiatives outside the scope of this strategy that support installation energy resiliency and cyber security of related industrial control systems.

KEY THEMATIC GOALS & TARGETS FOR OPERATIONAL ENERGY STRATEGY:  a) Improved Analytical Capability, b) Continued Support of Global Operations, c) Increasing Risk Management for Operational Energy, d) Increase Future Warfighting Capability (Institutionalize Energy Supportability Analyses in Capability Development | Improve Combat Effectiveness and Supportability through Innovation), e) Identify and Reduce Logistics and Operational Risks (Identify and Mitigate Energy Related Risks in Deliberate Planning | Improve Energy Supportability of Concepts of Operation | Diversify Energy Supplies to Reduce Risk), f) Enhance Mission Effectiveness of the Current Force (Upgrade Current Equipment to Improve Energy Use | Improve Energy Behavior, g) using existing mechanisms prioritized for research, new equipment, and upgrades, h) improve future capability, reduce risk, and enhance current mission effectiveness

The Operational Energy Technical Expert shall provide strategic planning, programming, and functional expertise, and employ a rigorous analytical approach to help identify objectives, assess current needs and capability, and use their knowledge and experience to help develop options for closing gaps and exploiting opportunities to improve DoD’s energy performance.  The work shall provide Energy Technical Support to the Govt. to synchronize OE efforts in HQ USEUCOM and assist in the implementation of DoD’s OE Strategy.  The desired effects of the OE Program include improved energy performance of the joint force, diversification of energy supplies and sources, including renewable and alternative fuels, and effective inclusion of energy analyses in DoD requirements and USEUCOM campaigns and operational planning.

• Identify OE-related risks in USEUCOM campaigns and operational plans and coordinate measures to effectively mitigate such risks through deliberate planning, assessments, policies, agreements, and programmatic solutions.
• Identify opportunities to diversify energy supply across the joint force and coordinate measures to reduce OE risks and improve energy resiliency through deliberate planning, assessments, policies, agreements, and programmatic solutions.
• Improve energy supportability for theater campaigns and major operations by incorporating OE analysis into campaign planning and the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP).
• Recommend appropriate USEUCOM advocacy for service-driven planning, programming, and force modernization to increase the warfighting capability of the joint force and enhance mission effectiveness of the current force. This may include solutions to be developed through the Joint Capabilities Integration Development System (JCIDS) which includes analysis of doctrine, organization, training, material, leadership, personnel, and facilities.

OE STRATEGY TECHNICAL EXPERT TRAVEL:  The ProSidian Operational Energy (OE) Strategy Technical Expert shall be required to travel CONUS and within the USEUCOM AOR during the performance of this contract to attend meetings, conferences, and training.  Likely destinations include Washington D.C.; Ramstein Airbase, Germany; Clay Kaserne, Germany; Grafenwöhr, Germany; Mons, Belgium, Vilnius, Lithuania; and Naples, Italy.  The ProSidian Engagement Team may be required to travel to off-site training locations and to ship training aids to these locations in support of this PWS. Energy Strategy Technical Expert will be authorized travel expenses consistent with the substantive provisions of the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR) and the limitation of funds specified in this contract.

SECRET FACILITY CLEARANCE:  The ProSidian Engagement Team shall possess and maintain a final SECRET facility clearance from the Defense Security Service IAW DoD 5220.22-M, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and AR 380-49, Industrial Security Program. The ProSidian Engagement Team’s employees, performing work in support of this contract shall have been granted a SECRET from the Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office.  The Facility Security Clearance must match the highest security clearance required for personnel.  The DD 254, Department Of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification is provided as an attachment in the basic contract.  The DD 254, Department Of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification is provided via ACCS.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:  Security Program:  All ProSidian Personnel performing work under this contract must have an active personnel security clearance at the SECRET CLEARANCE level in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS), and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract.  The security requirements are in accordance with the attached DD254.

Qualifications

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:  The Operational Energy (OE) Strategy Technical Expert shall provide planning and programmatic assistance and support to the Govt. to synchronize OE efforts in HQ USEUCOM and assist in the implementation of DoD’s OE Strategy.  The Operational Energy Technical Expert must possess the expertise in both development and coordination of concepts and requirements, and application of current and emerging energy technologies as they apply.

Required Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years’ work experience associated with Department of Defense
• Degree: Bachelors; Subject: Engineering, scientific, technical, or management degree
• Other: Knowledge of DoD organization, Combatant Commands, and Components. Knowledge of Combatant Commands (COCOM) operational planning and execution; forward operating base development and operations; theater fuel flows and sources of energy demand; and logistics and supply systems to enable development of options for reducing theater energy demands. Knowledge of contingency contracting or acquisition and procurement helpful
• Clearance: SECRET

Desired Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years’ experience with four (4) years’ experience working with OSD, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands and Components
• Degree: Masters; Subject: Engineering, scientific, technical, or management degree.
• Other: Military background desired. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing). Minimum of twelve (12) months experience on a Combatant Command staff (e.g. J-3, J-4 or J-8) or twelve (12) months forward deployed in a Combat Planning or Combat Service Support position (e.g. Operations (3); Logistics (4); or Force Structure, Resources, and Assessment (8)). Proficiency in producing analytical products, directives, meeting minutes, reporting documentation, or other requirements necessary for the efficient management of a Combatant Command-level OE program.
• Clearance: TOP SECRET

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.  

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools –  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That’s why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

• Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.
• Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits:ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: FSAs  help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL"  - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.

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