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.
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Performs a variety of duties to support the Station Library under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Librarian:
Assists the Supervisory Librarian in the overall operation of the library and assumes all duties and responsibilities in the absence of the Supervisory Librarian.
Leads library staff in providing engaging library events that accomplish the goals of boosting the morale, welfare, and readiness of the community; improving literacy and access to educational and enriching activities; and connecting patrons to library resources and to the library itself. Ensures that all events are age-appropriate and well researched to meet both the educational needs of participants and the professional standards of MCCS libraries. Ensures that library events that do not accomplish these goals are adjusted or removed. Understands scope of authority in making independent decisions and establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and effective working relationships.
Plans, coordinates, and conducts special events such as the annual Summer Reading Program. Assigns work activities, projects, and programs related to special events to library staff and monitors work flow. Complete Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheets (DRAWs), marketing requests, transportation requests, contracting paperwork, and other documents required for events. Complete After-Action Reports (AAR) for assigned special events to recount all important/key information and other suggestions and recommendations to facilitate and enhance future events. Supports library staff in their programming efforts. Maintains a functional understanding of all library programs including program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives. Provides training to all employees regarding library programs and ensures they have knowledge of and access to the resources available to them. Presents library programs in the absence of regular program presenters.
Attends and promotes library services at local community events. Provides outreach to encourage library use at places other than the library, including events at schools, info fairs, newcomers' briefs, job fairs, etc. Identifies and anticipates changing community needs or library best practices and develops plans, services, and programs to address these changes. Conducts tours and offers programs to visiting groups.
Prepares, arranges and maintains content to promote library programs and services. Prepares and distributes official information via the web, social media, and other media venues such as AFN. Delivers library briefs and presentations as needed. Acts as liaison between patrons and the library on social media. Maintains a calendar of events and effectively communicates the upcoming events to both the staff and the community. Maintain contacts with key figures in the community to effectively market library activities and be aware of outreach opportunities.
Acts as a NAF Purchase Cardholder to purchase all items related to the event supplies needed for the library. This requires the incumbent to perform extensive market research, in-person shopping, and transportation of goods. Ensures that purchases do not exceed the assigned budget. Inventories equipment and supplies relating to events and programs on a recurring basis and purchases items to replenish damaged, missing or depleted supplies.
Oversees volunteers at the library and works with the Volunteer Coordinator to promote volunteer opportunities. Maintains necessary volunteer information for processing Letters of Appreciation and reporting volunteer data.
Requires continuous cross-training to fill staff shortages and perform basic circulation and program duties such as: registering new users, explaining circulation and library use policies, reserve materials, present programs, and clear rotating personnel.
Requires continuous learning in the use of makerspace equipment. Assists customers as needed with training and use of the equipment. Assists staff in developing programs featuring this equipment.
Provides limited reference and reader's advisory by using basic reference resources and online databases. Assists patrons with the online catalog and database, Microsoft Office applications, and internet navigation. Shelves returned and new materials.
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 to library materials. May train and provide technical guidance to other library employees. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
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EVALUATIONS:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. Successful completion of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Must have at least one year experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic and wellestablished
library procedures related to developing/presenting library programs.
3. Experience developing, organizing and conducting events for all ages within the
community.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule to include weekends, holidays and
evenings.
2. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
3. Basic office skills in typing, filing, good customer service skills, and knowledge of
Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience working on various
social media platforms.
4. Flexibility to adapt to a changing environment as required by mission.
5. Knowledge and experience in providing training and education to customers and staff.
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.
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.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
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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.
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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:
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (REGULAR PT/FT NF3 & Below)
All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor's orders during the application process. If a copy of the orders are not submitted during the application process, the spouse will NOT be considered as part of the military spousal preference population when being routed to the hiring manager for consideration.
LEGAL IMMIGRATION STATUS RESPONSIBILITY
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IWAKUNI MCCS
Phone
01181827793030
ombiwakuni.hiringexperience@usmc-mccs.org
Address
IWAKUNI MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 96310-9001
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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.
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