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.
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.
Provides operational guidance to ensure consistent implementation of CYP standards across Marine Corps installations. Develops and updates procedures related to personnel management, child supervision and accountability, staff observations, training, and family engagement.
Maintains regular communication with assigned installations worldwide to resolve operational issues, support program implementation, and advise on facility use, staffing, and service delivery. Identifies trends, forecasts program needs, and builds partnerships with academic institutions, DoW components, nonprofit organizations, and professional development entities to strengthen program quality. Supports enterprise initiatives that promote standardized behavior support practices and coordinates with HQMC Family Advocacy to develop and implement standardized training on child abuse identification and reporting.
COMPLIANCE:
Travels to Marine Corps installations to conduct higher headquarters unannounced inspections of CYP operations, provide site assist visits, and support installation training and OSW hosted events. Evaluates programs for DoW certification and provides expert recommendations to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Reviews staff records, including pay, qualifications, training, and background checks to verify compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Conducts inspections, internal reviews, and spot checks to analyze data and assess program performance.
Supports installations throughout the corrective action process, approving or recommending corrective measures as appropriate, while also assessing audit readiness and verifying the accuracy of information within CYP authoritative systems. Prepares and delivers briefings to senior staff and installation leadership and develops supporting documentation such as reports, proposals, correspondence, action documents, routing sheets, point papers, and presentations. Identifies discrepancies, collaborates with staff to evaluate alternatives, and recommends corrective actions to the Commander.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
Writes, coordinates, and revises CYP policy, operational plans, and program guidance to support enterprise¿wide implementation. Develop operational materials and tools, including guidebooks, handbooks, and training resources, and communicate strategic program information through information papers, letters of instruction, and presentations. Reviews proposed changes to program plans and policy to ensure alignment with DoW and Marine Corps requirements and provide guidance to installations on policy interpretation, program improvements, and meeting DoW certification standards. Offers technical assistance to field staff, identifies emerging issues, forecasts program requirements, and contributes to the development of higher¿level initiatives. Provides courteous and effective customer service, resolving issues promptly and elevating concerns when necessary.
BUDGETING AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:
Develops annual CYP budget initiatives and provides supporting documentation outlining the details and justification for the budget request. Analyzes data to support resource allocation, program planning, and leadership decision¿making. Identifies cost¿effective operational methods and best practices to improve program efficiency and effectiveness. Serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for contracts supporting CYP and ensures contractor performance meets program requirements.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyzes inspection and operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Supports the development and implementation of HQMC and higher¿level initiatives related to curriculum, training, and program improvement. Prepares reports, briefings, and documentation to support leadership decisions and uses advanced oral and written communication skills to deliver recommendations and presentations in fast¿paced, multitasking environments. Completes special projects as assigned
Bachelor¿s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Youth Recreation, Secondary Education, or a closely related field appropriate to the position, AND a minimum of five years of specialized experience working with children and/or youth in DoW Child and Youth Programs or equivalent in the private sector. Experience must include work in a CYP management or training role that demonstrates the expertise required to serve as a recognized authority supporting day¿to¿day program operations.
OR
A combination of education (at least 24 semester hours) and experience that provides knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above and a minimum of five years of specialized experience working with children and/or youth in DoW Child and Youth Programs. or equivalent in the private sector. Experience must include work in a CYP management or training role that demonstrates the expertise required to serve as a recognized authority supporting day¿to¿day program operations.
Incumbents must have experience in budgeting, program evaluation, and policy development to support the effective oversight of Child and Youth Programs. This includes the ability to develop and manage initiative budgets, analyze financial data, and ensure compliance with applicable fiscal regulations; evaluate program performance and recommend improvements; and develop, interpret, and implement policies and guidance that align with requirements.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
