EDUCATION & CAREER SUPERVISOR NF-04 RFT WWH

About the role

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.

What you will do

• Plans, implements and administers the Education and Career Program, and counsels units, military members, family members, retirees and Department of Defense (DoD) civilian members on issues including but not limited to: career and transition assistance, education and financial planning to support development and successful execution of individual roadmaps for military career planning, reintegration to civilian society and successful career development.
• Provides educational, vocational and financial counseling to individuals and organizations to promote academic, career, personal and social development of authorized patrons.
• Assists Marines and families in identifying and evaluating abilities, interests, talents and personalities to develop realistic academic and career goals that are supported by appropriate financial plans to achieve success.
• Evaluates and interprets data to identify and clarify issues and concerns, and appropriate course of action to positively affect work/life relationships, mission readiness and recruitment and retention.
• Conducts individual interviews, counseling sessions and interest and aptitude assessment tests to evaluate and advise students.
• Operates career information centers and provides expertise and assistance in career and education programs.
• Assists Marines and families in addressing problems and concerns with academics and special needs.
• Advises Marines and families on subjects such as: college majors, college admission requirements, entrance exams, financial aid, trade or technical school opportunities and apprenticeship programs.
• Assists Marines and their families in developing job search skills such as resume writing and interviewing techniques.
• Assists Veteran Marines and active duty/reserve members in developing college career plans and acquiring good job-hunting techniques to pursue successful careers.
• Using an outreach approach links Marines, eligible family members and patrons to a variety of support services and resources at the command when work/life problems interfere with a positive environment for self-reliance and successful career development.
• Conducts classes and presents self-help or informational sessions on subjects related to education, career planning, and financial aid.
• Attends professional meetings, education conferences and training workshops as required to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Assesses needs for assistance in rehabilitation, financial aid or additional/remedial training.
• Compiles and studies occupational, education and economic information to support quality service delivery.
• Reviews transcripts and ensures students meet graduation or college entrance requirements.
• Writes letters of recommendation.
• Identifies barriers to employment.
• Establishes and supervises peer counseling and peer tutoring programs.
• Refers qualified counselees to employers or employment services for job placement.
• Sponsors extracurricular activities such as networking fairs and events or job fairs.
• Determines tuition assistance eligibility, advises on veterans affairs education programs and other grants, loans and scholarships.
• Clarifies Tuition Assistance (TA) policy for military students.
• Assists Marine Corps personnel with the processing of TA forms and course registration forms required by the institutions.
• Provide assistance to those requesting Veterans Administration educational benefits, and provides information to interested students regarding grants and loans available for educational purposes.
• Provides information about educational financial assistance to all military personnel and family members.

How you will be evaluated

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.

Documents you must provide

• Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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

What to expect next

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at *** will be able to view their application status online.

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: *** 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.