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.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

What to Expect

Serves as the Director and Assistant Chief of Staff, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) for Marine Corps Installations East, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (MCIEAST-MCB CAMLEJ), reporting directly to the Commanding General (CG).
Responsible for developing and executing MCCS business strategies, ensuring policy and procedural compliance, measuring organizational performance, and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Oversee all fiscal activities, including the development and administration of the overall operating budget, provides financial oversight, promotes best business practices, and ensures program consistency across the five installations within the MCIEAST-MCB CAMLEJ region, while recognizing that installation commanders and their MCCS directors retain ultimate responsibility for their local programs.
Represents MCCS to senior officials, community leaders, and partner organizations on matters concerning MCCS projects and programs.
Plans, reviews, interprets, and implements policies established by higher authority; resolves financial, personnel, and operational issues impacting mission effectiveness; and establishes priorities, methods, and timeframes for accomplishment of MCCS projects.
Analyzes programs on a regular basis, and prompts initiation of corrective action to ensure support of operating programs of MCCS.
Develops long range plans in conjunction with internal operating directives and exercises internal personnel management authorities.
Directly or indirectly, supervises employees.
Demonstrates and promotes world-class customer service with an emphasis on courtesy, safety, and employee well-being.
Ensures compliance with safety regulations, standards, and the MCCS "Return to Work" program, fostering a culture of care, accountability, and continuous improvement.
This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). Subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity, reliability, and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety, and causing risk/damage to government property, and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing may become the basis for removal from this position.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

Five years of executive-level experience at the NF-5 level or above that demonstrates possession of management principles in planning, coordinating, and attaining the goals and financial objectives of a large customer-oriented organization; a thorough knowledge of business practices, economic principles, and ability to analyze trends/developments and make improvements in operating programs through innovative marketing, personnel management, and retailing.
Must possess extensive knowledge of Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) operations, policies, and mission objectives, with demonstrated experience leading complex MCCS programs that enhance quality of life and support readiness across Marine Corps installations.
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Must possess above average oral and written communication skills and have ability to deal with individuals on different levels such as senior elected officials, and high-ranking military officers.
Knowledge of Marine Corps staff procedures and organization is highly desirable.
Annual financial declaration is required. Must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with OPM policy, must successfully complete a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI/Tier 5).
The position requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and other intelligence-related sensitive information.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Tier 5 investigation, which requires TS/SCI clearance.
Attends sensitive meetings with MCIEAST staff members that could be classified at Top Secret/SCI at any given time, based on ongoing operational tempo of the installation.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

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. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.

Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee.

CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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

STEP 1 - Qualify with Application and/or Resume.
You must meet the experience requirements described above under Qualifications. Your application and/or resume must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience to qualify. You must include employer, position title, position start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), pay grade (as applicable) for each position listed.

Internship and volunteer positions listed must also include the start date month and year (mm/yyyy) and end date month and year (mm/yyyy).

There is an education requirement. Step 3 must also be completed to qualify.

STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75059&PostingSeq=1/

STEP 3 - College Transcript(s), (REQUIRED)
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. For this position (or US equivalency evaluation). For consideration, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75059&PostingSeq=1/. Applications received without college transcripts will be ineligible for consideration.

STEP 4 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 Copy as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75059&PostingSeq=1/.

STEP 5 - Before you press "Submit Application", be sure all requested documents have been attached or uploaded.

It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or add missing attachments. To return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account.

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Agency contact information

MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER

Phone: 910/451-5627
Email: lejeune.vacancies@usmc-mccs.org

Address: MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER
MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
CAMP LEJEUNE, NC 28547
USA

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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