HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR NF-05 RFT WWH Job in Iwakuni, Japan

Vacancy No. 74418 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $105,000.00 to $115,000.00 Grade 05 to 05
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/2/2025 Close Date 9/16/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Iwakuni, Japan


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

MAJOR DUTIES:  Responsible for managing a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources Program and providing leadership, operational direction and subject matter expertise for a full service HR department, including: employee/labor relations, recruitment and placement, personnel security/suitability, employee development, position management, classification, compensation analysis, benefits administration, incentive award programs, employee engagement, organizational design, change management, as well as manage HR due diligence to ensure regulatory compliance. 

Serves as the senior HR advisor working with senior level executives to solve complex organizational challenges through people-related solutions. Partners with the organization¿s leaders and managers, develops a strong knowledge of business operations and people practices to promote the organization¿s strategic priorities, culture, mission and values. This individual collaborates with others across business functions to assess situations, analyze data, challenge conventional wisdom, and create new practices to ensure MCCS hires, on-board, develops, motivates, retains and engages a cadre of highly talented people. As the senior subject matter expert in HR and the direct advisor to senior leaders, the incumbent will coach, develop and challenge leaders at all levels of the organization, to ensure a culture of accountability in leadership, as it relates to the company¿s human capital. Will partner with management in the initiation, design, and execution of strategic workforce planning. In close collaboration with management, develops initiatives for enhancing workforce leadership and team effectiveness while coaching people management responsibilities. 

Plans, organizes, and manages internal procedures and resources to ensure maximum productivity, efficiency, and economy. Prepares financial plans and related records and reports. Exercises unilateral authority on approved budgets. Monitors programs on a regular basis and initiates corrective action to ensure program objectives are being satisfied. Obtains input from functional area directors to facilitate the process of developing strategic human resource plans. Develops long range plans in conjunction with internal operating directives and exercises internal personnel management authorities as delegated by the MCCS Director. Directly or indirectly through subordinate supervisors, will lead, guide, counsel and train assigned employees, as well as appraise their overall work performance. Approves or disapproves leave, and personnel actions. Must be alert to substance abuse and take appropriate action. 

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

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. A minimum of 5 years¿ HR experience at the senior management level that clearly demonstrates an ability to plan, strategize, organize, and direct a comprehensive human resources operation.
  2. Direct experience in the development and deployment of effective change management practices during times of significant restructure, both departmentally and organizationally.  
  3. Must have effective writing and oral presentation skills and the unquestionable ability to communicate with audiences at all levels. 
  4. Must have a working knowledge of Human Resource Management Systems, (Oracle - PeopleSoft® preferred), to include the advanced application of statistical reporting that is available through those systems.
  5. Must have experience in formulating and administering a large operating budget. 
  6. Must possess the ability to translate operational business strategies and then align HR programs & practices to support them.
  7. Must have the ability to ensure consistency in the application of organizational HR policies, procedures and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies. 

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier-3 with secret clearance and/or non-critical sensitive clearance as required. 

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.

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.

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

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.

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
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.


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