PROGRAM SPEC NF4 - TRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT READINESS
What you'd do
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.
Major duties
Provide one-on-one employment assistance and career coaching by advising clients on careers, volunteer and educational goals. Assist clients with job development by assessing their values, interests. abilities, skills, and qualifications for current employment opportunities relative to their chosen career field. Administer, review, and provide guidance on career/skills assessments. Research and identify employment trends, labor market information, portable career opportunities for military spouses. supplemental training programs and resources, and career development opportunities. Research and maintain current knowledge on DOD initiatives for transitioning service members and military spouse employment. Assist clients in the preparation of both private and federal resumes. Review completed resumes and federal application packages and provide client feedback. Provide guidance regarding the marketability of resumes and employment packages with solutions on design and improvement. Conduct mock interview practice sessions. Assist active-duty service members with development of an Individual Transition Plan (ITP). Direct clients to all available resource materials and library books. Network with employers in an effort to obtain current job opportunities and refer clients. Establish and maintain continuous relationships with corporate and private industry. federal agencies, small business agencies. local chambers of commerce, and state employment services in order to develop a database of employment resources for transitioning service members and military spouses. Assist military spouses with navigating online resources and career tools.
What you need to qualify
Bachelor's degree, in Counseling, Human Services or a related field appropriate to the work of the position and two years of experience in the occupation. or a related field or work area, OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above, OR appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above. Knowledge of the military lifestyle and military family support programs. Knowledge of theories, methods, and practices in education, training, counseling, advising, needs assessments. interviewing, career coaching, and reviewing and writing resumes federal and private sector. Ability to interpret and apply Department of Defense and Navy and Marine Corps Orders, regulations and policy instructions, DOL and VA benefits, employment services. and related legislation. An operating knowledge of /experience with the Internet, Microsoft Office programs, including SharePoint, job search and career guidance software. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, to include pa1ticipation at official briefings, professional conferences, and training workshops. Ability to work independently and follow-through on assigned tasks.
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