PROGRAM SPECIALIST NF4 Job in Quantico, VA

Vacancy No. 74197 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $80,000.00 to $87,000.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/14/2025 Close Date 9/4/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Quantico, 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.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

Serves as the Career Services Support Specialist responsible for independently supporting the following functional programs (Transition Readiness, Career Technical, Family Member Employment Assistance, Volunteer Management) and providing recommendations for program plans and materials.  The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing and developing proposals or provisions in terms of impact on program resources requirements; developing new and revised operating procedures and standards to incorporate provisions that affect operating activities and requirements; conducting review of the administration and operation of the program, and providing advice. 

Works independently or in conjunction with the Section Head, program managers, program specialists and analysts, and branch support staff to complete program and project studies.  Carries out reviews of program operations to develop and revise guideline materials such as statements of policy and model operating procedures for use by agency officials or other organizations as guides to revise policies and procedures, or to develop program plans and proposals to meet federal requirements.

Obtains factual information to, explain regulatory and legal requirements.  Negotiates agreements with respective programs or organizations to correct inadequacies revealed in the evaluation process.  May develop minimum standards governing programming, policy, procedures, and personnel.

Discusses matters and seeks clarification with leadership involving difficult technical problems, application of new techniques and methods, and areas of negotiation.  Explains regulatory and legal requirements relevant to problem situations covered by guidelines. 

Reviews and identifies proposed changes to program plans and project proposals to ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met and proposed changes are not contrary to law.  Where inconsistencies are found, recommends remedial corrections to leadership. 

Supports the section and branch support staff in the development and review of information, training, and awareness materials used throughout the programs such as print materials, website postings, social media posts, and other program communication channels.  Assists in the development of methods to support standardization of program messaging across the enterprise.  Provides branch-level support for collaboration between all sections and programs.

Develops and analyzes data to be used in preparing analytical and interpretative reports and guides for program operation, select pertinent techniques for data collection to identify aspects of successful program operations, select successful methods and techniques used by other local officials (federal, state, local), and adapt and extend methods and techniques into new patterns to solve problems. Utilizes a variety of fact finding techniques such as interviews, cases analysis and observation, to elicit appropriate data, identify areas of operation, and oversee and participate in fact finding, development of recommendations and preparation of reports of findings. 

Conducts presentations using a variety of techniques and methods.  Represents the Marine Corps when making presentations, briefings and conference calls on career technical and credentialing programs to DoD, OSD, inter-service and major professional associations.  May be required to work a fluctuating work schedule or telework to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours.  Must travel to complete work assignments.

Provides technical support in creating and/or reviewing contracts, annual reports, and required information for the fulfillment of financial prerequisites and compliance with standard policies or regulations.  

May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours. Must travel to complete work assignments and conduct or attend conferences and meetings.  Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BACHELOR¿S 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. 

Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person-to-person contacts in order to communicate with various levels of technical, professional, management and administrative personnel. Must also have skills to organize and coordinate multiple high visibility projects simultaneously. 

Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software suites. Understanding of Inspector General of the Marine Corps functional area checklist process and execution; Knowledge of Share Point functions and applications, Marine On Line (MOL), and Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (DoDTAP) systems. Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain an IT Level II or higher designation for access to PII within Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (DoDTAP) systems and Marine Corps systems that support operation of the transition program.

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

Review our benefits

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

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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. Resumé with photos will not be accepted for this job 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

BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
Address
BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
DIVISION
3044 CATLIN AVE
QUANTICO, VA 22134-5003
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.


© 2006-2025, exclusive of U. S. government job opportunity announcements