LIBRARY EVENTS AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR NF-03 RFT (JAPAN WIDE) Job in Iwakuni, Japan

Vacancy No. 74072 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $20.00 to $22.65 Grade 03 to 03
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/10/2025 Close Date 8/24/2025
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

INTRODUCTION:
This is a supervisory position located within the MCAS Iwakuni Library within the Personal and Professional Development Branch of the Marine and Family Programs Division. The primary mission of the Library Events and Outreach Coordinator is to provide enriching community events to enhance the quality of life for Marines, Sailors, Civilians, and Family members.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs a variety of duties to support the Station Library under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Librarian:


Assists the Supervisory Librarian in the overall operation of the library and assumes all duties and responsibilities in the absence of the Supervisory Librarian.


Supervisory duties include supervising library technicians, volunteers, and summer hires. The incumbent is responsible for the following personnel related duties, but not limited to: assigning, distributing, evaluating work; coaching, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave, recommending and completing personnel actions, recommending and completing performance reviews, recommending and administering discipline, recommending and administering incentive awards, signing timecards, training employees, keeping abreast of and actively supporting the principles of the EEO program, and prevention of workplace harassments, alcohol/drug abuse and take appropriate action.


Leads library staff in providing engaging library events that accomplish the goals of boosting the morale, welfare, and readiness of the community; improving literacy and access to educational and enriching activities; and connecting patrons to library resources and to the library itself. Ensures that all events are age-appropriate and well researched to meet both the educational needs of participants and the professional standards of MCCS libraries. Ensures that library events that do not accomplish these goals are adjusted or removed. Understands scope of authority in making independent decisions and establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and effective working relationships.


Plans, coordinates, and conducts special events such as the annual Summer Reading Program. Assigns work activities, projects, and programs related to special events to library staff and monitors work flow. Complete Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheets (DRAWs), marketing requests, transportation requests, contracting paperwork, and other documents required for events. Complete After-Action Reports (AAR) for assigned special events to recount all important/key information and other suggestions and recommendations to facilitate and enhance future events. Supports library staff in their programming efforts. Maintains a functional understanding of all library programs including program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives. Provides training to all employees regarding library programs and ensures they have knowledge of and access to the resources available to them. Presents library programs in the absence of regular program presenters.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. Successful completion of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Experience developing, organizing and conducting events for children and adults within the community.


QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule to include weekends, holidays and evenings.
2. Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
3. Basic office skills in typing, filing, good customer service skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience working on various social media platforms.
4. Flexibility to adapt to a changing environment as required by mission.
5. Knowledge and experience in providing training and education to customers and staff.
 

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.
 

This position is designated as a Position of Trust, and the incumbent must be eligible for a background check. Appointment and continued employment is subject to a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) Background Security Investigation.

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.

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.

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

Next steps

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