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Description

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC, a dynamic and fast-growing federal contractor, is seeking a dynamic Task Lead/Program Manager - (PR/SERE - HRTI) to assist the Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARFORSOC) in their training initiatives. MARFORSOC has tasked the Marine Raider Training Center (MRTC) to train, equip, and protect its personnel; to prepare them for potential isolating events, enhance recovery efforts, and reduce the potential for exploitation of captured personnel. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with a SOF background and at least 18 months of experience in program management methodologies, team supervision, and process improvement strategies.

This will be accomplished through Personnel Recovery (PR) and SERE training and education at Camp Lejeune, NC.

Position requires an active SECERT clearance.

Oak Grove Technologies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business based in Raleigh, NC, with a Test and Training Center located near Fort Bragg and Camp Mackall. With over 20 years of expertise in training, consulting, technology, and operational support, the company provides services to the military, government, and law enforcement. Committed to excellence, innovation, and national security, Oak Grove Technologies fulfills federal defense contracts and actively supports veterans through sponsorships and events. Driven by its mission-focused approach, the company seeks top talent to develop impactful solutions. Oak Grove Technologies offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree accomplishment in any field
• OR-- Program Management Professional (PgMP) certifications
• OR-- Any post high school education AND 10 yrs SOF and/or PR/SERE experience
• AND 5 yrs as a certified instructor at a FSLC SERE School
• Eighteen (18) months of experience as a Program or Contract Manager
• Five (5) years of leadership experience (military, contract or civilian) as a Section Lead (SE or RE equivalent) for a SERE or SOF specific high-risk course.
• Six (6) years' experience as a SERE Instructor at a DoD approved FSLC SERE school of which three years must have been at a USSOCOM FSLC SERE Course, i.e. MARFORSOC, NSW, USAJFKSWCS.
• Must be resident expert in Personnel Recovery, Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (PR/SERE) Instruction and training; to include specialized JPRA training courses PR303, SERE350, SERE370 and SERE360 or commensurate verifiable experience.
• Must also meet all requirements of a SERE Instructor and SERE Section Lead
• Must be able to lift up to (50) pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex programs aligned with PR (Personnel Recovery) and SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape) training initiatives for special operations forces.
• Manage project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or Jira while maintaining scope, risk, and cost controls throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct program reviews, status meetings, and stakeholder presentations to communicate progress and resolve conflicts effectively.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Work Location: In person

Experience:

• Certified instructor at a FSLC SERE School: 5 years (Preferred)
• Program or Contract Manager : 2 years (Preferred)
• SOF specific high-risk course: 5 years (Preferred)
• Resident expert in (PR/SERE) Instruction and Training: 6 years (Preferred)
• military, contract or civilian leadership for a SERE program : 5 years (Preferred)
• Section Lead (SE or RE equivalent) for DoD SERE program: 5 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Program Management Professional (PgMP) certifications (Preferred)

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Position requires an active SECERT clearance.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive Pay, PTO, Health Benefits.

Oak Grove Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC participates in E-Verify to determine an individual's identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States. E-Verify is a service of DHS and SSA.