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.
BUSINESS TITLE: Graphic Artist FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
JOB SERIES: 1020 PAY LEVEL: NF-03
This position is located within the Marketing Branch, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), Camp S.D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan. The Graphic Artist reports directly to the Art Director and supports MCCS Marketing by producing high quality visual content across digital, social media, web, email, and print platforms.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Produces camera ready graphic design materials for MCCS marketing campaigns using industry standard digital tools. Designs and executes layouts for the monthly Okinawa Living magazine, the annual Okinawa Guide, and other promotional materials including digital ads, brochures, posters, menus, T shirt designs, logos, flyers, and facility specific collateral. Creates visually compelling assets that align with MCCS brand standards and support omnichannel marketing strategies.
Prepares print ready and digital ready files following established production workflows, including preflight checks, bleed and margin specifications, and PDF/X output requirements. Coordinates with the Art Director and Graphic Arts team to package assets for cross platform distribution.
Works closely with the Art Director, graphic designers, photographers, writers, and marketing teams to meet project deadlines and maintain consistent visual quality across all channels. Communicates effectively with internal customers to clarify requirements, gather assets, and ensure final deliverables meet campaign objectives. Tracks assigned tasks and provides timely status updates to support the department¿s production schedule.
Provides World Class Customer Service through courteous, professional communication. Assists customers and staff with routine design related inquiries and supports administrative tasks as needed.
Adheres to safety regulations and promptly reports hazards or incidents. Actively supports Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and the prevention of sexual harassment. Ensures responsible use of government furnished equipment and compliance with DoD creative tool policies.
Other Duties Performs other related duties as assigned. Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Two or more years of experience in the actual type of work in the fields of illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, visual communication, graphics advertising art, or a related field.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Proficiency with industry standard design software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); familiarity with Canva Pro or Figma is desirable.
Knowledge of layout design, typography, color theory, and publication design principles for both digital and print formats.
Ability to produce high quality graphic assets from verbal or written concepts, including advertisements, multi page layouts, logos, posters, menus, brochures, and digital media graphics.
Understanding of digital production workflows, including preflight checks, print specifications, and preparing press ready files.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines while maintaining consistent visual quality.
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, 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.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx
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
*Resume that does not exceed 2 pages
**IMPORTANT: 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.
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.
Please Note: Due to character limitations in USAJOBS, the full Position Description may not display. Please refer to MCCS Careers for the complete Major Duties and additional details.
Social Security Card is required to be presented during the application process.
THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA.
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) - IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 315.
Applies to positions in grades NF-3 and below, and equivalent Craft & Trades and Child and Youth positions.
May be exercised once per permanent relocation (PCS), when appointed to a regular full or part time position.
Per DoDI 1400.25, volume 315, Enclosure 3, para 2.h.1, MSP eligibility terminates upon acceptance or refusal of an offer of a continuing position (part-time or full-time) in the federal service for which the spouse has registered for employment, whether or not preference was applied.
Applicants hired into flexible positions (0-40 hours per week) or regular position with a time-limited appointment will not lose their spouse preference eligibility until movement or hired into a regular full or part time position.
The time period for MSP eligibility begins when new PCS orders are issued to the new duty station, if accompanied, or at any time thereafter during the tour.
All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor¿s orders during the application process.
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.
Please Note: Due to character limitations in USAJOBS, the full Position Description may not display. Please refer to MCCS Careers for the complete Major Duties and additional details.
Social Security Card is required to be presented during the application process.
THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA.
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) - IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 315.
Applies to positions in grades NF-3 and below, and equivalent Craft & Trades and Child and Youth positions.
May be exercised once per permanent relocation (PCS), when appointed to a regular full or part time position.
Per DoDI 1400.25, volume 315, Enclosure 3, para 2.h.1, MSP eligibility terminates upon acceptance or refusal of an offer of a continuing position (part-time or full-time) in the federal service for which the spouse has registered for employment, whether or not preference was applied.
Applicants hired into flexible positions (0-40 hours per week) or regular position with a time-limited appointment will not lose their spouse preference eligibility until movement or hired into a regular full or part time position.
The time period for MSP eligibility begins when new PCS orders are issued to the new duty station, if accompanied, or at any time thereafter during the tour.
All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor¿s orders during the application process.
