School Liaison NF4 Regular Full-Time Job in Quantico, VA

Vacancy No. 71168 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/11/2024 Close Date 12/26/2024
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.

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Duties

  • Facilitates the interaction between the schools and the military community to preclude or resolve problems related to education and logistical support. 
  • Aids and supports to coordinate and advise military parents of school-aged children on the local school community and in solving education-related challenges.   
  • Plans, develops, and manages the installation School Liaison Program. Serves as the Installation Commander's representative for issues involving local schools and their relationship to the local military community, which may include representing the command at meetings or school boards. Works in conjunction with the military chain of command; Child and Youth Program Managers; the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Coordinator; other service School Liaisons; and other organizations, programs, and/or offices (such as Impact Aid and Marine & Family Programs).
  • Conducts research and uses research data to simulate and solve problems, develop programs, and create reports. Demonstrates understanding of laws and policies, (state or Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) education codes, DoD, and Marine Corps regulations), and applies them in support of installation policies regarding education matters.   
  • Aids that address the needs of transitioning children/youth, e.g. school in/out- processing protocol, local action plans to ease school transitions. Articulates School Liaison policies, procedures, and priorities; interprets implications for youth, parents, commanders, command staff, and school personnel; and outlines expected outcomes to measure success.   
  • Serves as the staff liaison to develop, coordinate, and integrate policies and programs to ensure educational needs support of military family members. Promotes improved community relations and provides oversight on educational needs support services for military families. Conducts and supports transition programming in partnership with local schools. 
  • Serves as intermediary between parents and school administrators. Assists parents in locating points of contact in the schools and makes appropriate referrals. Maintains resource materials to assist families in understanding policies and procedures of the local school systems and special needs support programs. Interprets guidance and policies as they pertain to family/family member education. Serves as subject matter expert to the chain of command on all matters relating to the education of school aged children. 
  • Provides information and/or establishes programs to improve various aspects of transition from one school system to another due to housing availability (on or off installation) or permanent change of station.   
  • Analyzes demographic statistics. Prepares reports, information papers, fact sheets and studies as required. Prepares and presents briefings to the chain of 

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college, in elementary, secondary or special education or administration. 
  • Knowledge and experience of educational theories, principles, practices and procedures of K-12 (primary and secondary) educational programs which may be obtained through graduate study or extended work experience in the field of education and four years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of education concepts, methods, practices, and higher level policies relating to education services and community support for schools supporting Marine Corps families OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above. 
  • Knowledge of public and defense school systems, programs, missions, and functions. Knowledge of the functions, processes, principles, and practices of educational programs and how their function relates to application of criteria and concepts for child and youth services programs, and public-school systems which vary from state-to- state and from school district to school district. Possess skill to coordinate with a variety of regulatory, enforcement and other agencies. 
  • Possess skill in providing recommendations to assist parents, school districts, and military leadership with developing policies and resolving issues.   
  • Pursuant with DoDI 1402.5. the incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a TIER-1 Childcare (CNACI) background check. 

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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.

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: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=71168&PostingSeq=1

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

QUANTICO MCCS
Address
QUANTICO MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: PERSONNEL OFFICER
QUANTICO, VA 221345001
USA
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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.


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