Hawaii Military Training & Engagement Coordinator

Company Overview:

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service.

Position Overview

ANSER has an immediate opening for a Hawaii Military Training & Engagement Coordinator to support the Hawaii Coordination Cell (HCC) Executive Director in advancing national defense objectives through education, engagement, and relationship building across Hawaii. In this role, you will coordinate, administer, and oversee recurring cultural awareness training for military personnel and Department of War civilians while supporting specialized Hawaii Perspectives courses for senior military and Department of War leaders. You will work closely with military installations and Native Hawaiian Organizations to enhance understanding of Hawaii's customs, practices, language, history, and perspectives, strengthening relationships between the military and Hawaii's communities.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Coordinate Hawaii 101 training across five military Services located in Hawaii.
• Manage the administration and scheduling of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and special event training activities.
• Coordinate training requirements with military installation representatives based on incoming personnel schedules.
• Validate the successful execution of training delivered by Native Hawaiian Organizations.
• Plan and execute multi-day Hawaii Perspectives Courses for senior military and Department of War officials.
• Coordinate course logistics, participant registration, training materials, facilities, and event support.
• Maintain training records and prepare reports documenting training completion and program execution.
• Collaborate with military organizations, government stakeholders, Native Hawaiian Organizations, and community partners to ensure effective program delivery.
• Promote greater understanding of Hawaii's customs, practices, language, history, and perspectives to support successful interactions between military personnel and Hawaii residents, businesses, and community organizations.
• Support the Hawaii Coordination Cell Executive Director in initiatives that preserve and protect land in Hawaiʻi while building and maintaining trust with the people of Hawaiʻi through military education and engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience coordinating training programs, educational initiatives, or event planning activities.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Knowledge of Department of War organizational structure and military Service organizations.
• Experience coordinating recurring training events involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience providing administrative support for training, education, or outreach programs.
• Experience coordinating with government organizations or military installations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience supporting military training, education, or event planning programs.
• Experience working with military organizations in Hawaii.
• Experience collaborating with Native Hawaiian Organizations or community engagement initiatives.
• Experience supporting senior military or Department of War leadership programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ANSER, please call 703-416-2000 or e-mail [email protected]

ANSER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds with varying levels of experience who have a desire to do meaningful work. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.