Location: Quantico, VA
Company: Green Cell Consulting (GCC)
Status: Full-Time
Instructional Systems Design | Curriculum Development | Military Education | Marine Corps Training
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Green Cell Consulting is seeking a highly qualified Academics Specialist to support Marine Corps training and education programs in Quantico, Virginia. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert in curriculum development, instructional systems design, instructor development, and academic program management while supporting the Marine Corps Instructional Management System (MCIMS).
If you are passionate about military education, curriculum design, and developing the next generation of Marine Corps leaders, we encourage you to apply.
Because this position directly supports the U.S. Marine Corps, we highly encourage transitioning service members and veterans to retain their actual military terminology on their resumes. Please do not "civilianize" your military experience (e.g., use "Commanding Officer" rather than "CEO," or "Sergeant Major" rather than "Director of HR"). We understand and value your military ranks, titles, and operational experience.
Founded in 2014, Green Cell Consulting is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to delivering superior learning and management services. Our core values—Trust, Service, and Value—guide our approach to providing purpose-driven professionals who deliver exceptional support to the U.S. Armed Forces and Department of Defense.
The Academics Specialist serves as the curriculum and instructional subject matter expert supporting Marine Corps training programs. This position provides leadership in curriculum development, curriculum review, instructor development, academic quality assurance, and instructional delivery while ensuring compliance with the Marine Corps Instructional Systems Design / Systems Approach to Training and Education (MCISD/SATE) Handbook and MCIMS Academics Standard Operating Procedures.
The Academics Specialist also supports planning, development, implementation, and assessment of Civil Affairs (CA), Civil Military Operations (CMO), and Information Operations (IO) training that supports Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operations.
- Provide subject matter expertise in curriculum development, curriculum implementation, curriculum review, and instructional design.
- Ensure compliance with the Marine Corps Instructional Systems Design (MCISD) / Systems Approach to Training and Education (SATE) methodology.
- Mentor and facilitate student learning through classroom instruction and practical application exercises.
- Serve as a Primary or Assistant Instructor as required.
- Contribute subject matter expertise during Course Content Review Boards.
- Develop, revise, and maintain lesson plans, instructor guides, student handouts, and instructional media.
- Develop and maintain master lesson files and supporting instructional products.
- Ensure completion of curriculum development and curriculum maintenance tasks.
- Submit After Instruction Reports following each instructional period.
- Conduct instructor evaluations utilizing established Instructor Evaluation Checklists.
- Monitor instructor performance and ensure instructional quality standards are maintained.
- Collect, review, and analyze Instructor Rating Forms, Evaluation Rating Forms, and Daily Rating Forms.
- Ensure completion of post-instruction requirements, including After Instruction Reports and After Evaluation Reports.
- Conduct and supervise testing and student evaluations.
- Facilitate Training and Readiness (T&R) Conferences.
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and revising individual and collective Training and Readiness (T&R) events.
- Support semi-annual Operations Assessment Groups (OAGs).
- Attend faculty development sessions, conferences, meetings, and professional development activities.
- Complete annual training requirements including MCIMS team training, cybersecurity training, and other required certifications.
- Coordinate external training support requests through the Project Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Graduate of the Facilitate Learning Experience Course.
- Graduate of the Design Learning Experience Course.
- Graduate of the Formal School Manager Course preferred.
- Experience as an Instructor, Course Manager, Academics Manager, or Formal School Manager preferred.
- Experience supporting Civil Affairs (CA), Civil Military Operations (CMO), or Information Operations (IO) preferred.
- Previous experience serving as a Project or Program Manager within the Marine Corps or another Department of Defense organization is highly desirable.
- Expert knowledge of instructor management principles.
- Knowledge of Marine Corps instructional systems and curriculum development methodologies.
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization abilities.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other instructional technologies.
Green Cell Consulting complies with ADA regulations. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while maintaining concentration.
- Daily local travel, including use of a personal vehicle.
- Occasional outdoor work during all seasons while evaluating students during field exercises.
- Ability to comply with all applicable federal workplace and contract requirements.
- Approximately 0–5% travel.
At Green Cell Consulting, we are committed to supporting our employees and their families through a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Eligible full-time employees may participate in company benefits beginning no later than the first day of the month following their date of hire.
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Immediately Vested Company Match
- Professional Development (Tuition Assistance, Professional Memberships, LinkedIn Learning)
- Paid Holidays, Including Your Birthday
- Vacation Accrual Beginning on Day One
- Sick Leave with Carryover
- Annual Clothing Allowance
- Voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary TRICARE Supplement Insurance Option for Eligible Participants
- Paid Community Service Leave
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and Dependents
Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policy.
At Green Cell Consulting, you'll help shape the future of Marine Corps education by developing world-class curriculum, mentoring instructors, and enhancing operational readiness through innovative learning solutions. Join an experienced team dedicated to supporting the warfighter while living our core values of Trust, Service, and Value.
Green Cell Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
