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

This position's pay level is NF-3/4. At the NF-3 level, the incumbent serves in the Financial Readiness Associate capacity performing duties under close supervision. Advancement to the target grade level requires completion of Accredited Financial Counselor certification within one year of assuming position and must be recommended by the supervisor.

INTRODUCTION:
This position is located within the Marine & Family Programs Division, Personal and Professional Development Branch. The Personal and Professional Development Program Advisor reports to the Education and Career Program Manager. The incumbent is an integral part of P&PD, applying professional knowledge of education and counseling principles to administer, conduct, and evaluate individualized career-related or self-development plans emphasizing personal financial responsibility and accountability by providing basic principles and practices of sound money management, consumer education programs, financial counseling, and information and referral services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent serves in a trust and confidence position, possesses and maintains competencies in the areas of personal financial management, employment, education and vocational/technical disciplines, with an emphasis on providing personal financial management education and counseling. Helps clients assess values, interests, abilities and skills and relate these to opportunities for employment, education, training and life skills. Liaises with unit commanders to promote the use of advisement services. Administers and interprets psychometric tests and personality inventories. Provides initial assessment of the client's career and personal readiness circumstances and provides basic advice in order to aid the process of supporting their individual development plan. Refers clients to other resources or programs as appropriate.

Plans, organizes and implements a comprehensive personal financial management education, training and counseling program, in compliance with federal law and current military policy, which emphasizes individual financial responsibility and accountability, along with increasing financial literacy of customer base.

Facilitates Personal and Professional Development's workshops, activities, and events. Areas of instruction include employment, education, vocational/technical, and personal financial management disciplines. Provides input to HQMC P&PD subject matter experts to identify competencies, establish prioritized goals and objectives, develop instructional materials, and collaborate with other instructors and industry representatives to ensure relevance in programming.

Adapts instructional strategies to meet student needs and utilizes technology and varied media as appropriate. Supports ongoing student assessment and works with other programs to ensure student achievement and effectiveness of instruction and advising. Uses assessment data to improve course and advising delivery. Assists in the scheduling of classes to meet the learning needs of students and instructional demands of the program.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: NF-03 (Financial Readiness Associate) ($19.00 - $20.00 PER HOUR)

1. Bachelor's Degree in Personal Finance, Accounting, Finance, Adult Education, Counseling or related field.
2. Knowledge of military culture and military pay and benefits.
3. A minimum of two years of experience providing readiness services to military members and their families.
4. Ability to communicate effectively (writing, listening, speaking).
5. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.

Minimum Qualifications: NF-04 (Personal Financial Manager) ($27.08 - $29.37 PER HOUR)

1. Ability to obtain Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) certification within 2 years of hire.
2. Bachelor's Degree in Personal Finance, Accounting, Finance, Adult Education, Counseling or related field.
3. Knowledge of military culture and military pay and benefits.
4. A minimum of three years of experience in, or related to, career planning, employment services, personal financial management, direct advisement of students, curriculum design, and/or instructing.
5. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests, learning and motivation.
6. Ability to communicate effectively (writing, listening, speaking).
7. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in education, career and personal financial management development strategies for diverse higher education populations.
Ability to plan, organize, instruct and facilitate educational courses of quality.
Experience in resume writing.
Ability to organize activities and coordinate groups of people.
Experience in program analysis and evaluation.

Please include MONTH/YEAR and HOURS per week for all previous work experience listed on the resume. If there is no indication of time in position, we will credit the minimum.

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.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

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 National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). 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.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

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

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

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.

Required Documents:

*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior/retiring military, DD214 Member Copy/Statement of Service

*PCS Orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) OR Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian)

*If you have prior federal employment, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR), SF-50, SF3434, SF2545, or paperwork that is equivalent to the others listed.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (REGULAR PT/FT NF3 & Below)

All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor's orders during the application process. If a copy of the orders are not submitted during the application process, the spouse will NOT be considered as part of the military spousal preference population when being routed to the hiring manager for consideration.

** NOTE - In accordance with MCO P12000.11A there is no limit to the number of times spousal preference may be applied to referral and selection for non-continuing positions (flexible). Spouses may be simultaneously referred for continuing and non-continuing positions. This preference may be exercised once for each permanent relocation of the military sponsor and eligibility of spousal preference terminates upon acceptance or declination of an offer for a Regular Full-Time or Part-Time position, even if the spouse elects any other categories on the initial application. (Applies to all positions NF03 and below level)

LEGAL IMMIGRATION STATUS RESPONSIBILITY

**NOTE (1) In regards to your current legal residence status in Japan, it is your responsibility to maintain legal residence status and take necessary steps to retain a current Visa up until you are employed with MCCS and issued SOFA status.

**NOTE (2) For applicants with Japanese permanent residency status; in accordance with USFJI 36-2611, para. 4.2.2.1., the individual is not entitled to acquire double residency status in Japan. SOFA status will be granted once you take an action to relinquish Japanese permanent residency.

Agency contact information

IWAKUNI MCCS

Phone: 01181827793030
Email: ombiwakuni.hiringexperience@usmc-mccs.org

Address: IWAKUNI MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 96310-9001
JPN

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.

FINANCIAL READINESS ASSOCIATE NF-03/ PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGER NF-04 RFT (JAPAN-WIDE) Job in Iwakuni, Japan