TRANSITION READINESS PROGRAM ASSISTANT, NF-03/RFT, CAMP FOSTER

📍 Camp Foster, Japan · 🏛 U.S. Marine Corps · 💰 $17 per hour · 🎓 NF 03 · 🧭 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant (0303) · ⏳ Closes Nov 27, 2026 · 13 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 13, 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

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: ADMIN SPEC JOB CODE: 030221 BUSINESS TITLE: Transition Readiness Program Assistant FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT JOB SERIES: 0303 PAY LEVEL: NF-3 SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Serves as the Transition Readiness Program (TRP) Assistant, Personal and Professional Development (P&PD) Branch; Marine and Family Programs Division; Marine Corps Community Services. The purpose of this position is to support and assist the TRP by performing a variety of administrative and clerical duties requiring judgment, tact, and attention to detail. The TRP Assistant is a member of the TRP office which conducts and executes the installation¿s TRP duties to assist military members, and their families, as they transition to civilian life and complete all congressionally mandated requirements per Congressional Public laws, Department of Defense Instructions (DoDI), Marine Corps Orders and other directives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as the initial point of contact for the program; greets and receives clients and assists in identifying the immediacy of need, screens calls, and provides warm handoffs to appropriate service providers. Assists clients with scheduling transition assistance activities, counseling, and classes and provides reminder/follow-up communication to clients. Arranges and maintains appointment calendars for the TRP office as directed. Ensures clients¿ service needs are met by making scheduling adjustments to support attendance and by providing follow up support to ensure communication is provided in a timely manner through approved or preferred communication channels. Accommodates clients based on needs. Assists military members transition into the civilian sector by determining the type of support and/or assistance needed or requested, assessing if more intensive service is needed, and making appropriate referrals as needed. Drafts and proofreads complex correspondence per applicable guidelines and Naval correspondence manuals. Produces spreadsheets, graphs, charts, and reports; and collects data and compiles administrative reports. Supports all administrative-related duties associated with conducting unit-level inspections through the Commanding General¿s Inspection Program (CGIP) and Marine Corps Family Program (MCFP) Certification; participates in MCFP certification interviews and observations as requested. Maintains program literature, materials, social media, and all other marketing materials and resources. Coordinates marketing requests with the TRP leadership and the marketing department as needed. Participates in program outreach events as directed. Attends professional meetings, education conferences, training workshops, HQMC conference calls, and annual trainings as required, to maintain and improve professional competence. Assists in the scheduling and coordination of all seminars, workshops, courses, and events such as career/job fairs, Pre-Separation Counseling Briefs, Unit Transition Coordinator (UTC)/Commander/Designee training, Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) courses, and all other as directed. Maintains classroom schedules and takes attendance. Follows up with clients and reschedules appointments to ensure mandated hours of instruction are met. Ensures the necessary audio-visual equipment is available and operational. Assists in classroom setups to include seating, training aids, flip charts, whiteboards, and podiums to maximize training effectiveness. Arranges and coordinates meetings and conferences and takes and prepares meeting notes. Arranges and assists with the preparation of travel and transportation requests and documents as directed. Maintains adequate supplies to support TRP¿s NF-0303-03, TRP Assistant MFS1726 programs and events. Coordinates maintenance requests, and installation visit requests for visiting guests and facilitators. Maintains continuous communication throughout the installation, other TRP offices, HQMC, external agencies, schools and nonprofits to successfully market the program, provide outreach to eligible service members, communicate local career and education fair opportunities, TRP events and provide updates to literature as needed. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists clients and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the 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. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years¿ experience that demonstrates a broad knowledge of administrative practices and principles in the performance of clerical duties such as typing, filing, record keeping, multi-line phone coverage, etc. Must be able to operate a personal computer, printer, etc., and have current knowledge of various office computer programs and software applications. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software suites. Skill to prepare documentation and presentations in proper format in accordance with naval correspondence rules of grammar and punctuation. Relevant education may be substituted for experience. In-depth knowledge and understanding of benefits for service members. Ability to ascertain the needs of clients and provide appropriate guidance. Must be able to incorporate and rapidly adapt to changing facets, priorities, and procedures. Basic knowledge of administrative policies, principles, concepts, and procedures, and the ability to apply such knowledge in performing work within established procedures and systems, including the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Ability to collect, evaluate, and disseminate information. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a multitude of tasks, often under strict timelines, while continuing to provide support to a variety of personnel. Skills to organize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience that reflects the ability to communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships using tact, diplomacy, emotional intelligence, and overall professionalism. Knowledge of customer service practices and principles. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

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. 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.

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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. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this TRANSITION READINESS PROGRAM ASSISTANT, NF-03/RFT, CAMP FOSTER job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $17 per hour (NF 03).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 27, 2026 — 13 days from today.

Where is this job located?

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

How do I apply?

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