ANIMAL CARETAKER NA-02/03 FLEX (SOFA STATUS AND LOCAL COMMUTING AREA ONLY)

📍 Iwakuni, Japan · 🏛 U.S. Marine Corps · 💰 $18–$19 per hour · 🎓 NA 03 · 🧭 Animal Caretaking (5048) · ⏳ Closes Nov 26, 2026 · 12 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 12, 2026
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About this job

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.

Duties

Provides basic needs for the animals (standard feeds and liquids). Feedings will be done according to owner's schedule. Cleans and sanitizes kennels and cages, feeding and watering areas, cleans with disinfectant. Washes bowls and litter boxes. Discusses with each owner the animal's individual feeding habits, date of last rabies immunization, distemper, etc. Bathes dogs as part of its pet care services. Receives customers, furnishes information concerning facility operation and maintain record of reservations. Calculates and posts charges to customers' accounts. Receives payment on accounts. May help with emergencies. This is a developmental position; incumbent can be non-competitively promoted to NA-03 Animal Caretaker upon satisfactory completion of training and management approval after 12 months of employment in position. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. 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. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Knowledge: Must have some experience working with cats and dogs within a boarding or animal clinic background preferred. Must have knowledge of and interest in animal's characteristics, needs and behavior. Skill in observing, handling, and controlling animals without injury to animal or self. Knowledge of animal's normal appearance and activities to recognize obvious changes. Knowledge of normal feed and liquidneeds of animals. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Responsibility: Performs assigned tasks independently. Physical Effort: Frequently lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Required to use of brushes, hoses, pooper scoops, squeegees, and other cleaning implements. Walk/stand for extended periods and work may be performed in a bent position. Physical effort may be required to handle docile and sometimes recalcitrant animals. Working Conditions: Exposed to unpleasant odors, animal waste, potential animal bites, and scratches. May be required to wear protective equipment. Please include MONTH/YEAR and HOURS per week for all previous work experience listed on the resume. If there is no indication of time in position, we will credit the minimum.

Requirements

EVALUATIONS:

Evaluations

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.

How to apply

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. Required Documents: *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 *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. *Proof of foreign education is not necessary for applicants unless it is listed as a requirement, as specified in the PD or qualification standards. If a foreign institution's education is used to fulfill those requirements, then a credential evaluation verifying U.S. equivalency will be necessary. *If prior/retiring military, DD214 Member Copy/Statement of Service *PCS Orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) OR Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) *If you have prior federal employment, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR), SF-50, SF3434, SF2545, or paperwork that is equivalent to the others listed.

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What to expect next

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.

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

Other 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. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this ANIMAL CARETAKER NA-02/03 FLEX (SOFA STATUS AND LOCAL COMMUTING AREA ONLY) job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $18–$19 per hour (NA 03).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 26, 2026 — 12 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Iwakuni, Japan with the U.S. Marine Corps.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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ANIMAL CARETAKER NA-02/03 FLEX (SOFA STATUS AND LOCAL COMMUTING AREA ONLY)
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