SUPERVISORY PERFORMANCE EDUCATION SPECIALIST, NF-04/RFT, CAMP FOSTER Job in Camp Foster, Japan

Vacancy No. 75759 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $25.01 to $27.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/27/2026 Close Date 2/10/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Camp Foster, 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

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

Duties

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:        PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR
BUSINESS TITLE:    SUPERVISORY PERFORMANCE EDUCATION SPECIALIST 
                                                                                                        FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
JOB SERIES:    0601                              PAY LEVEL:    NF-04


SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Serves as the Supervisory Performance Education Specialist for the Warrior Athlete Readiness and Resilience (WARR)/Semper Fit to improve readiness, lethality, and resilience of total force in all domains of fitness - physical, mental, spiritual, and social, the foundational building blocks of Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF). Adheres to established policies and guidance when overseeing and providing performance education coordination and prepares specific content for primary prevention-based resources, programs, and efforts related to sleep science, optimizing recovery and adaptation, and general health and wellness education. Collaborates and works in alignment with all prevention, WARR, and other programs across the installation. Plans, supervises, implements, and administers a health education, recovery and reconditioning with a focus on sleep, tobacco-free living, drug and alcohol use, healthy eating, active living, healthy personal relationships, reproductive and sexual health, and mental and emotional well-being. Ensures the implementation of and teaches a standardized health education curriculum that covers behavior changes in areas such as sleep, health, wellness, performance, nutrition, recovery, and other components of health education from the standpoint of resource allocation, unanticipated developments, and program efficiency. Develops specialized programs and is responsible for developing and executing a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) budget and provide requirements for an annual Appropriated Fund (APF) budget to include the expenditures required to conduct a Performance Education program. This includes evaluating and providing education to targeted populations such as Pregnant and Postpartum (P3T) and disease management for Marine and families and other authorized users groups by creating digital media-based content, formal and informal classes, conducting individual or group evaluations, and creating partnerships with Navy Medicine and other stakeholders Maintains supervisory control over assigned volunteers and regular full-time/flexible-time employees. Provides guidance and instruction to subordinates and resolves minor grievances. Oversees and conducts performance testing, maximal oxygen uptake (VO2 max), body fat analysis, resting metabolic rate (RMR), and other measures of performance testing using various technological resources. Ensures and maximizes the use of interactive training methods providing performance education through social media applications such as Instagram, Facebook, X, and other Marine Corps approved outlets. Reviews, approves, develops and designs promotional and campaign materials for the installation and target populations as needed. Establishes and collects performance-based metrics and is responsible for reporting data in support of measures of performance and measures of effectiveness to the installation WARR/Semper Fit Director, Headquarters WARR/Semper Fit the Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense. Assists with program evaluations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
A bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in exercise science, physiology, sports, physical education, human performance with a focus on health behaviors and theory of behavior change is required AND at least one year supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to manage staff and budget to achieve established goals and objectives AND at least three years¿ experience working with athletes in a performance setting, or military environment.

Must possess and maintain certifications related to health behaviors, clinical exercise, exercise physiology or strength and conditioning from an accredited organization such as American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). 
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) certification through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) is preferred.

Must have the ability to obtain the HQMC, M&RA, MF, WARR-SF Sleep Coach Certification within 90 days of hire.

Must possess and maintain a nationally recognized CPR/First Aid certification.

Employees hired into this position are required to complete the Blood and Body Fluids (BBF) medical certification within 60 days of their start date. This post-hire certification ensures compliance with Occupational Health guidelines and supports safe operational readiness for duties involving potential exposure risks.

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.

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.

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.

Social Security Card is required to be presented during the application process.

THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA WITHIN 30 DAYS.

Agency contact information

CAMP BUTLER MCCS
Phone
011816117453052
Email
jobs@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org
Address
CAMP BUTLER MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: NAF PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 963735023
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.