Join Our Renowned Team at MCCS Bridgeport (MWTC) - Open to Civilians, Marines, and Military Spouses!
Candidates selected for this position will serve as a SCHOOL LIAISON NF4 for MCCS.
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! At the Mountain Warfare Training Center (MWTC) in Bridgeport, CA, you'll work with a close-knit community supporting Marines and their families, with year-round employment in one of California's most stunning locations. Whether you're local or relocating, civilian or military-affiliated, all are welcome to apply. We offer great benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan (with up to 5% employer match for regular part/full time employees).
Benefits Available to All Positions:
Stable, Year-Round Employment (no off season)
Tax-free shopping at our retail stores
401(k) Flex Savings Plan through Fidelity
Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills
Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development center, retail stores, fitness center, outdoor recreation and more!
Benefits Available to Regular Full Time/Part Time Positions Only:
Low-cost NAF Pension Plan, employee contribution only 1% (may be eligible to buy back up to 5 years of military service)
Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance
Affordable life insurance (up to 3X annual salary)
Flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
Short Term Disability Insurance (up to 60% of annual salary)
Immediate annual and sick leave accrual
Major Duties
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Serves as the School Liaison and installation representative to assist military families with school-aged children in preK-12 on educational matters relating to public, private, and home schools, and to understand the local public school community, alternative educational opportunities, and information necessary to succeed in an academic environment. Facilitates the interaction between the schools and the military community to preclude or resolve problems related to education and logistical support. Provides assistance and support 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).
Fosters partnerships between schools, families, military organizations, and the local community. Recommends systems, policy and procedural changes to school and installation personnel to improve the local school system and military connected children's education. Educates stakeholders and school staff on the social emotional and educational needs of military students and families. Assesses needs, coordinates with local school district administration, and serves as a focal point for gathering and disseminating information concerning the local schools.
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.
Provides assistance that addresses 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 command and appropriate installation personnel on school liaison issues.
Plans, organizes work, and manages internal procedures and resources to ensure maximum productivity and economies. Prepares internal office financial plans and related records and reports, and exercises authority on approved budget. Monitors programs on a regular basis and initiates corrective action to ensure support of operating programs of MCCS. Develops long range plans in conjunction with internal operating directives, and exercises internal personnel management authorities as delegated by the higher-level supervisor with regard to subordinate supervisors and employees in the office.
Major Duties
May be required to work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours.
May be required to travel to complete work assignments and conduct or attend conferences and meetings.
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Handles sensitive information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. Safeguards sensitive information and prevents unauthorized reading, printing, retaining, copying or dissemination of information, messages, or correspondence in accordance with rules and regulations such as those covered by the Privacy Act, 5 USC 552(a), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Public Law 104-91, and DoD Directive 6025.18.
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's 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 Child Care (CNACI) background check.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.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.
TO ALIGN WITH THE MERIT HIRING PLAN, FEDERAL AGENCIES WILL NOT ACCEPT RESUMES THAT EXCEED TWO PAGES. ACCORDINGLY, THE NAF HRO WILL ONLY CONSIDER RESUMES THAT ARE TWO PAGES OR FEWER. RESUMES EXCEEDING THIS LIMIT WILL NOT BE REFERRED AND WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Please include the below list of required documents with your application:
Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver.
Note: For positions that require a degree, certification, and/or specific education requirements (e.g., a minimum number of credit hours toward a degree), applicants must submit supporting documentation (e.g., transcripts, diplomas, certifications) at the time of application. Applications that do not include the required documentation may be determined ineligible, as minimum qualifications cannot be verified.
Be advised - the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) can help assist all Military affiliated family members and Veterans with their job search. The FMEAP offers a range of services, including job search assistance, resume support, mock interviews, and more. To access these resources, please call 760-830-4030 or email
[email protected].
Closing Statement
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.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
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.
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.
IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
