NAVY FAMILY READINESS COORDINATOR NF-04 RFT (JAPAN-WIDE) Job in Iwakuni, Japan

Vacancy No. 72502 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $25.01 to $28.35 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 4/10/2025 Close Date 4/24/2025
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.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

INTRODUCTION:

Incumbent serves as the Navy Family Liaison and Information & Referral Specialist for Family Readiness Program, Personal and Professional Development (P&PD), Marine and Family Programs, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), 

Iwakuni Japan. 

The position reports directly to the

Family Readiness Program Manager

.  The Navy Family Liaison Specialist works closely with Navy commands and Ombudsmen to coordinate and promote awareness of the installation-wide support that is available to all servicemembers and families aboard Marine Corps Air Station, Iwakuni Japan.  Serves as Subject Matter Expert for the Navy Family Ombudsman Program and supports its mission to aid Sailors and their family members in their responsibility to attain and maintain personal and family readiness by providing command outreach and assistance.  Support to families shall encompass Sailors, spouses, children, and designated parents/extended family members of Sailors.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: 

Acts as Navy Family Liaison in collaboration with Marine and Family Programs, providing active outreach to Navy Sailors and their dependents to enhance awareness of MCCS family programs, services and resources available to USN personnel aboard MCAS Iwakuni.

Establishes, develops, implements, monitors and coordinates work and family life services and activities, to include Information, Referral & Relocation (IRR) services.  Utilizes HQMC approved needs assessments to ensure local services are adjusted to accommodate the trends and concerns of Sailors and their families.  Follows current Ombudsman Coordinator Desk Guide and applicable OPNAV instructions and directives.

Establishes and maintains relationship with installation Ombudsmen, Navy unit commanders, and other resources that support Marine & Family Programs and MCCS.  Provides routine updates to Navy unit commanders regarding the Ombudsman program and MCCS program resources. 

Serves as a training resource to Command Support Teams, Ombudsmen Assembly, Sailors, families, and Ombudsmen.  Maintains an effective communications network among MCCS, chaplains, commands, and community support organizations, to facilitate best utilization of education resources.  Facilitates the marketing of course offering to achieve maximum attendance/participation.

Assists Navy tenant commands in coordinating, planning, and executing training in support of the entire spectrum of pre-deployment, deployment, and post-deployment phases. Leveraging suitable MCCS training and instructors to the maximum extent practical, ensures that training is available to suit Navy tenant commands' needs.  Reference Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Deployment Support Handbook and Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) training resources to identify and provide any additional training that is not readily available from MCCS.  May be requested to provide occasional training onboard US Navy Vessels in support of reintegration from deployment, involving long hours and austere living conditions.  Additionally, may be requested to work flexible hours on rare occasions in support of evening or weekend trainings.  Coordinates and/or conducts Ombudsman Basic Training (OBT) and Ombudsman Advanced Training in support of the Navy Family Ombudsman Program.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field appropriate to the work of the position AND two years of experience as a Navy Ombudsman OR 
an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skills 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.

2. Demonstrated skill to independently train, review, and analyze effectiveness of training. 

3. Must be able to train curriculum which do not require professional licensure but may require specialized education and/or experience including teaching, facilitating educationally based groups or programs, administrative functions, or providing generally available information to groups or individuals. 

4. This position requires a competent public speaker with strong interpersonal skills.  Must be able to effectively communicate with large and small audiences, both orally and in writing.

5. Ability to develop quality training.

6. Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with all levels of employees and command, both inside and outside the organization.

7. Knowledge of military structure and protocol.

8. Ability to exercise initiative in resolving problems, rendering decisions, and carrying out revisions to plans.

9. Ability to work effectively and respectfully with others, to facilitate and conduct meetings and to take charge and direct an event when necessary.

10. Knowledge of community resources for Marines, Sailors and their families.

11. Ability to analyze data and present logical conclusions and recommendations.

12. Skills in operating computer programs and applications to proficiently perform the duties of the position (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.). 

13. Must be able to travel in support of

P&PD 

functions.

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

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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

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