FAMILY MEMBER EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (FMEAP) SPECIALIST, NF-0301-04

Department of the Navy

U.S. Marine Corps

MCCS LEJEUNE-NEW RIVER

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

Builds and maintains relationships within the military community, local, regional, and national industry partners, to include federal, state, county, city, and private industries to maintain a comprehensive list of ongoing employment opportunities, state employment services, military spouse employment initiatives, job portals, entrepreneurship opportunities, industry sites, skills building training, and labor market information and workforce labor trends.
Performs a variety of administrative duties including, maintaining attendance rosters for workshops and training, scheduling one-on-one meetings and interviews, planning workshop schedules, following up with clients to support their career and education needs, providing timely feedback for request for information to HQMC. Maintains client records to match and follow up with clients on job vacancies. Executes timely data collection and submissions of services and support rendered to HQMC Data Tool. Participates in the Marine Corps Family Programs (MCFP) Certification by submitting timely evidence and participating in observations and interviews on behalf of the program as requested. Attends regularly scheduled meetings and trainings with HQMC including scheduled conference calls, annual training, and professional trainings. Evaluates and interprets data to ensure that program needs are met for program and services.
Provides oversight, administration, coordination, and development of the Volunteer Management Program (VMP). Builds and maintains relationships with Marine and Family Programs, MCCS Programs, and community organizations to coordinate and enhance opportunities for volunteers. Fosters collaborative partnerships with Marine and Family Programs, MCCS Programs, and community organizations to promote the VMP to the Marine Corps community. Establishes procedures for the acceptance of volunteer opportunities for service members, family members, and civilian employees. Manages, monitors, and assesses volunteerism and volunteer placement satisfaction.
Tailors personalized career planning sessions to military spouses and eligible family members, guiding them in setting and achieving career goals aligned with their unique skills, interests, and professional backgrounds. Conducts comprehensive career assessments to evaluate strengths, interests, skills, and career objectives, providing a clear roadmap for professional development and assisting clients with setting realistic and achievable career goals. Conducts interviews to assess client's knowledge, skills, and abilities for referral to employment vacancies and educational opportunities. Assists clients in exploring various occupational pathways within specific industries or sectors, advising on job roles, required qualifications, and potential career trajectories and transportable careers. Offers personalized support to clients in resume review and writing with an emphasis on highlighting key skills and volunteer work, application processes for both civilian and federal careers, effective interviewing techniques, presentation skills, negotiation skills, guidance in professionalism and confidence to help clients secure favorable employment terms.
Perform duties as the appointed Installation Volunteer Coordinator (IVC) and primary point of contact for the VMP. Provides Volunteer Management training and information to Marine Corps programs and community organizations on the acceptance of voluntary services from service members, family members, and civilian employees in support of their programs. Conducts informational briefs and presentations for internal and external customers and programs. Delivers high quality workshops to meet client needs, utilizing technology and varied media as appropriate.
May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours. May travel to complete work assignments and conduct or attend conferences and meetings.
This position requires the incumbent to have a valid, state-issued driver's license.
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

See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, Human Services, or a related field is required AND a minimum of three years of experience in, or related to, Human Resources, Education, advising, career planning, career coaching, or career services.
Master's Degree in Education, Counseling, Human Resources, or a related field is highly preferred.
Expert ability to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and in person with various levels of technical, professional, management and administrative personnel. Must also have skills to organize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Expert ability to work independently and follow through on assigned tasks. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships using tact, diplomacy, emotional intelligence, confidentiality, and overall professionalism.
Must be able to incorporate and rapidly adapt to changing facets, priorities, and procedures.
Comprehensive knowledge of the administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the administration of the programs to include knowledge of the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Marine Corps program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating program accomplishments for FMEAP and VMP.
Highly proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software suites. Knowledge of learning management systems, and automated information systems, and software applications.
Knowledge of personal and professional development requirements and program execution. Expert ability to ascertain employment and career needs from clients and provide appropriate guidance. Knowledge and experience of career coaching, career development and advising techniques to support reintegration, education, and workforce development of clients.
Ability to interpret self-assessment results and determine client compatibility and requirements for current and post-transition goals. Ability to understand workforce standards and labor market trends. Ability to collect, evaluate, and disseminate information and assess and measure the organizations' and other serviced populations' trends, concerns, and needs.
Thorough knowledge of employment matters and principles. Ability to screen and match clients based on skills, interests, and personal and professional development.
Knowledge of and expert ability to evaluate, plan, and deliver training in both classroom and online settings to a wide variety of audiences. Knowledge of and ability to use current education practices in career advisement.

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=77916&PostingSeq=1/

STEP 3 - College Transcript(s) REQUIRED

A Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Human Services, or a related field is required for this position (or US equivalency evaluation). Master's degree is preferred. 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=77916&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=77916&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.

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