Summary
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.
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Duties
NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Graphic Artist
JOB SERIES: 1020 PAY LEVEL: NF-03 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Produces camera ready graphic design material for MCCS promotional campaigns utilizing a variety of art media including but not limited to; illustration/photo manipulation/page layout programs on Macintosh computers, in black & white, and color utilizing full color copiers/printers, computer graphics, photos, and clip art. Creates and executes within the department the layout of the weekly publication "Okinawa Living Weekly", monthly magazine "Okinawa Living", yearly publication "The Okinawa Guide" in addition to traditional and digital ads, menus, brochures, T-shirt designs, logos, posters, flyers, and other related projects as assigned. Collaborates with pertinent parties within the organization to complete required deadlines within specified time limits, under the direction of the supervisor. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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EVALUATIONS:
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMETNS: 4-year course of study leading to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, visual communication, graphics adverting art, or related field; OR experience in the actual type of work in the appropriate fields; OR a combination of education and experience. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. At least two (2) years experience on Macintosh computer systems.
2. Knowledge of graphic design and layout, illustrative design, typography, printing procedures, and desktop publishing on the Macintosh platform. 3. Knowledge of all common art media, reproduction methods, papers, inks, artist supplies, graphic art equipment, lettering and art styles, flats/mechanicals, and mock ups. 4. Ability to produce products using desktop publishing applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. 5. Ability to develop advertisements, commercial print layout formats (e.g., newspapers, magazines, menus, digital media, brochures, T-shirt designs, logos, posters, flyers, and signs), and various graphic designs from verbal and written concepts/copy. This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.
Required Documents
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA WITHIN 30 DAYS. All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) - IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 315. - Applies to positions in grades NF-3 and below, and equivalent Craft & Trades and Child and Youth positions.
- May be exercised once per permanent relocation (PCS), when appointed to a regular full or part time position.
- Per DoDI 1400.25, volume 315, Enclosure 3, para 2.h.1, MSP eligibility terminates upon acceptance or refusal of an offer of a continuing position (part-time or full-time) in the federal service for which the spouse has registered for employment, whether or not preference was applied.
- Applicants hired into flexible positions (0-40 hours per week) or regular position with a time-limited appointment will not lose their spouse preference eligibility until movement or hired into a regular full or part time position.
- The time period for MSP eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor's reporting date to the new duty station, if accompanied, or at any time thereafter during the tour.
All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor's orders during the application process.
Next steps
All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.
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