MARKETING COORDINATOR NF-03 RFT (JAPAN WIDE) Job in Iwakuni, Japan

Vacancy No. 73056 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $19.00 to $20.00 Grade 03 to 03
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/26/2025 Close Date 6/9/2025
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

Responsible for marketing project management from conception through launch.  Coordinates professional marketing campaigns comprised of print, social media, mass media and e-marketing channels to enhance the MCCS brand.  

Provides professional support, expertise, recommendations and assistance to MCCS program managers, branch directors, and division chiefs in the areas of programs offered, pricing strategy, positioning through advertising/promotion and launch timing.  Provides recommendations on media buys and overall advertising budgets.  Presents professional oral and written presentations and information.

Ensures tasks are scheduled, allocated and completed in accordance with project schedules and quality requirements. Examples include, but are not limited to: website updates, promotional campaigns, strategic campaigns, and database marketing plans (email and direct mail campaigns).

Implements project management best practices to ensure the integrity and quality of project deliverable material and is responsible for ensuring an effective project change review process. Anticipates potential scope issues and proactively addresses internally and with MCCS program managers, branch directors, and division chiefs.

Coordinates with the Community Relations Manager, Graphic Design Manager, and Digital Media Manager to assign project roles, responsibilities, and develop project briefs. Collaborates with internal Marketing departments to identify problem areas, raise process concerns, and identify resource allocation issues or conflicts.

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.

Adheres to safety regulations and standards.  Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures.  Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.
 

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communication, Digital Media, Journalism, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Business, Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field appropriate to the work OR 2 years of appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Recent experience in Marketing, Business Administration, or Communications or a related field that shows the ability to perform the above duties as required.
Demonstrated experience in Project Management, CRM, email, social media campaigns.
Demonstrated experience in advertising development, production, and delivery, and familiarity with the related technologies, methodologies, and concepts.
Demonstrated experience with Content Management Systems (CMS).
Demonstrated ability working with metrics, analysis, and reporting tools, with the ability to analyze this data and make decisions related to marketing and communication efforts. Experience with visual communication principles.
Familiarity with design principles.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Must successfully complete all applicable background investigations for Federal suitability for employment.
The position requires attention to detail, adaptability, collaborative skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines while projecting confidence and courtesy.

WORK CONDITIONS:  

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Occasional travel may be required.
Primary place of duty is in an office setting.
Mixed/variable hours as required. 

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.

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 

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. 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

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.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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