MFP TRAINER NF4* Job in Arlington, VA

Vacancy No. 74111 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $63,000.00 to $68,000.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/8/2025 Close Date 8/22/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Arlington, VA


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

  • Serve as the designated trainer for all MCFTB curricula RDS, L.I.N.K.S., LifeSkills, and UPFRP as directed by the MCFTB Director.
  • Plan, schedule, and deliver installation-wide and unit-specific training for Marines, Sailors, families, Family Readiness Command Teams, DRCs, URCs, and UPFRP volunteers.
  • Develop and conduct LifeSkills training on everyday challenges, the mobile military lifestyle, and deployment tempo using HQMC/MF/M&RA templates; equip participants with protective-factor awareness and practical skills.
  • Coordinate and present L.I.N.K.S. per HQMC/MCFTB templates, covering Marine Corps history, pay, community involvement, relocations, and other key topics.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor volunteer L.I.N.K.S. mentors; document training/service hours; coordinate meetings and professional development; recognize volunteers per CMC (MF) guidelines.
  • Provide standardized UPFRP instruction to command teams, DRCs, URCs, and volunteers; deliver systems training on approved communication tools; add local resource info; offer information and referral support.
  • Coordinate and deliver RDS modules pre-deployment, mid-deployment, return & reunion, and post-deployment using HQMC/MCFTB templates; develop local-resource supplements; assist with family-readiness referrals.
  • Maintain professional knowledge of adult-learning and curriculum development; recommend content changes to HQMC/MCFTB for unit/area needs.
  • Lead marketing and promotion of trainings; maintain communication with MCCS, Marine & Family Programs, Chaplains, commanders, DRCs, URCs, volunteers, and community partners to maximize participation.
  • Implement evaluation measures (demographics, attendance, satisfaction, performance metrics); compile and submit reports/analyses to HQMC/MCFTB.
  • Analyze program challenges by identifying factors, gathering information, and proposing solutions/best practices; communicate findings and recommendations to MCFTB leadership.
  • Attend Welcome Aboard briefs, all-hands functions, and public events to promote programs, recruit participants/volunteers, and strengthen partnerships.
  • In designated locations, oversee the Volunteer Management Program: set mission/vision/goals/objectives; manage recruitment, screening, placement, training, evaluation, tracking, and recognition; coordinate with installation volunteer coordinators, ambassadors, community agencies, and PAO for awareness campaigns and ceremonies.
  • Maintain accurate program records (session length, participant demographics, evaluation results) and submit required documentation to HQMC/MCFTB.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BACHELORS DEGREE from an accredited college or university in a related field appropriate to the work of position AND THREE YEARS of experience in the occupation, or a related field or work area, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above, OR appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above.

Demonstrated skill to independently train, review, and analyze effectiveness of training. Must be able to train curricula which do not require professional licensure, but may require specialized education and or experience.  Such functions include teaching, facilitating educationally-based groups or programs (where no clinical interpretation of behavioral health is made), administrative functions, or providing generally available information to groups or individuals.  Must be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; ability to develop quality training; ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with all levels of employees and command, both inside and outside the organization; knowledge of military structure and protocol; ability to exercise initiative in resolving problems, rendering decisions, and carrying out revisions to plans; ability to work effectively with others, to supervise, to facilitate, to run meetings, and to take charge and direct an event when necessary; knowledge of community resources for Marines and their families; ability to analyze data and present logical conclusions and recommendations; ability to utilize all Microsoft applications.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under the age of 18.
 

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.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
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.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
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.

Agency contact information

HENDERSON HALL MCCS
Address
HENDERSON HALL MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
PO BOX 4009
ARLINGTON, VA 222040009
USA

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.