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Applied Training Solutions lists this Lead / Senior Controller opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lead / Senior Controller
1099 - Consultant
Various locations within the Commonwealth of Virginia
Position Summary
Applied Training Solutions, LLC is seeking an experienced Lead / Senior Controller to support HSEEP-compliant state exercises. The Lead / Senior Controller is responsible for overseeing and coordinating exercise control activities to ensure accurate, realistic, and consistent exercise play in accordance with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). This role manages controller teams, oversees scenario execution and inject delivery, and works closely with exercise planners, facilitators, evaluators, and leadership to maintain exercise safety, tempo, and integrity.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Lead / Senior Controller for seminars, workshops, tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises conducted in accordance with HSEEP doctrine
Oversee and coordinate all exercise control activities to ensure scenario flow aligns with exercise design and objectives
Lead and manage controller teams, including assignment of roles, responsibilities, and areas of control
Ensure accurate, timely, and consistent delivery of scenario information, injects, and simulation inputs
Coordinate closely with the Exercise Director, Lead Facilitator, and Lead Evaluator to synchronize exercise play, facilitation, and evaluation
Monitor participant actions and decisions to ensure exercise play remains within scope and objectives
Manage exercise tempo, transitions, and pacing to support effective exercise outcomes
Address and resolve exercise issues, disruptions, or safety concerns in coordination with exercise leadership
Ensure adherence to exercise rules, assumptions, artificialities, and control guidance
Participate in exercise planning meetings and provide technical input to control and scenario development
Support hot washes, controller debriefs, and after-action discussions as required
Maintain accurate control logs, notes, and records to support after-action reporting and future planning
Maintain professionalism, objectivity, and confidentiality throughout the exercise process
Basic Qualifications
Demonstrated experience serving as a controller or senior controller for HSEEP-compliant exercises
Strong knowledge of exercise design, conduct, and control principles
Ability to manage complex scenarios and multiple controller inputs in dynamic environments
Strong communication, coordination, and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm and adaptable in high-tempo exercise environments
Familiarity with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
Must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in emergency management, preparedness, or planning roles
FEMA HSEEP training (e.g., IS-120, IS-130, IS-139, or equivalent)
Experience serving as Lead Controller or Senior Controller for state or multi-agency exercises
Incident Command System training (ICS-300,ICS-400 preferred)
Experience with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations or field-based exercises
Knowledge of FEMA, EMAC, and interagency coordination processes
MEPP qualified (Master Exercise Practitioner Program) or demonstrated equivalent experience supporting complex, multi-agency HSEEP-compliant exercises
Other Requirements
U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Performance Location: On-site while on assignment (various locations within the Commonwealth of Virginia)
Relocation Assistance: Not applicable
Clearance Required: None
Travel Required: Yes - up to 100% while on assignment
Working Environment
The work environment will include Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), field exercise sites, training venues, or office locations depending on assignment. The position may require extended work hours beyond 12 hours per day, working under high operational tempo, and travel to locations throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
About Applied Training Solutions, LLC
Applied Training Solutions, LLC is a leading simulations company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions to government and commercial customers.
We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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