TRANSITION SPECIALIST, NF-04/RFT, CAMP HANSEN Job in Camp Foster, Japan

Vacancy No. 71285 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $24.60 to $25.75 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/23/2024 Close Date 1/6/2025
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.

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Duties

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Marine and Family Program Specialist
BUSINESS TITLE: Transition Specialist
FLSA: Exempt
JOB SERIES: 0301                       PAY LEVEL:      NF-04

INTRODUCTION:
This position is located with the Transition Readiness Program (TRP) , Personal and Professional Development (P&PD) Branch, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) Division, Marine Corps Installations Pacific-MCB Camp Butler (MCIPAC-MCBB), Okinawa, Japan.  Marine Corps Order 1700.31 references the TRP and Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP).  All references to TRP and FMEAP align under the TRP.  This position requires travel to all camps on Okinawa.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, implement, and administer TRP/FMEAP services for patrons on Okinawa.  Patrons are separating/retiring Service Members; their dependent family members over the age of 16; military retirees; Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees; and members of the general public who may be eligible for TRP/FMEAP services.  Direct patron services include Individual Transition Counseling, long-range career goals development; identifying portable skills and opportunities for enhancing employability; providing career coaching services for an effective job search; resume/employment applications; and delivering transitioning services briefs.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facilitates TRP/FMEAP services at an independent location.  Provides in-depth transition and career coaching assistance to Service Members and their dependents within 2 years of retirement eligibility or within 1 year of military separation.  Provides career coaching services for other patrons of DoD activities.  Conducts detailed program evaluations, makes recommendations to management, and implements approved changes regarding TRP/FMEAP methods, approaches, or procedures.  

Conducts pre-separation counseling to establish required pathways after considering the results of assessments, transition plans, and post-separation goals.  Serves as the primary point of contact for each assigned command Unit Transition Coordinator.  Facilitates congressionally mandated transition programs, including Pre-Retirement/Transition Readiness Seminar, and arranges for appropriate subject matter expert speakers.            

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

  1. A bachelor's degree is required in the areas of business, education, counseling, psychology, human resource management, or behavioral sciences, OR an appropriate combination of education and 3 years of experience that demonstrates the skills to provide instruction and guidance in transition, career or educational counseling, interviews, salary negotiations, and resume writing. (A minimum of a bachelor's degree in the above subject areas is preferred.)
  2. Must be able to commute to various camps.  Travel is required to attend meetings, conferences, training seminars, and to facilitate workshops.
  3. Knowledge of private and public sector hiring procedures, employment services, and employment displacement of transitioning military and family members.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Demonstrated skills and/or experience in providing one-on-one career/academic counseling, interviewing, resume writing, and job coaching, assisting clients with a wide variety of backgrounds to develop long-range career goals, ability to recognize their portable skills, identify opportunities for enhancing their employability, and providing assistance for an effective job search.
  2. At least 1 year of public speaking experience and one-on-one counseling experience
  3. Demonstrated skill in workshop/seminar facilitation, and the ability to conduct research, develop lesson materials, evaluate the effectiveness of a training course and implement changes to meet participants needs.
  4. Ability to implement and evaluate the TRP/FMEAP independently, including collecting and compiling statistical information, following regulations and policies, marketing programs to the local community, and providing TRP/FMEAP services to clients.
  5. 5. Must be able to maintain a Tier 3 (Secret Clearance) in order to complete assigned duties that require access to classified information.

This position has been designated as a position of trust.  The incumbent must be eligible for a Tier 3 (Secret Clearance) background investigation to satisfy IT Level II designation.  Appointment and continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of the security investigation.

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, 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=71285&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.

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
Address
CAMP BUTLER MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: NAF PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 963735023
JPN
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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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