Federal
HOUSEKEEPER, NA-3566-03, (NOT TO EXCEED 09/30/2026)
U.S. Marine Corps ยท Department of the Navy
About This Position
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.
Qualifications
What are we looking for? Must be able to work independently. Ability to handle all aspects of rooms assigned, including but not limited to: Inventory and restocking of supplies and amenities. Knowledge of proper usage of common cleaning tools, cleaning agents and industrial type vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners and buffers, preferred. Must be able to identify and call in for repair all maintenance problems; alert management when problems concerning guest treatment of quarters occurs; makes independent decisions regarding property and supplies in rooms such as stained furniture, carpets, damaged linen and supplies. Must be able to read signs, follow written and oral instructions. Must have a valid driver's license to operate company vehicles to be transported from one work place to another.
Major Duties
What to Expect: Performs a wide range of cleaning tasks using industrial type equipment in an assigned block of occupant quarters and common areas and provides numerous types of customer service. These will include but not be limited to the following: In quarters, cleaning will include making beds and changing linen, cleaning bathrooms including toilets, floor showers and tubs; wash basins, mirrors and walls, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, emptying trash cans, and other related duties as assigned. Required to wax and polish hardwood furniture; clean lacquer furniture; and clean furniture in rooms and common areas. Kitchen area, cleaning includes; cleaning the refrigerator, to include defrosting, cleaning stoves, microwaves, washing dishes (pots, pans, glasses, etc.), range hood, wiping down cabinets, stocking amenities, separate trash (example: following the state law on proper disposal of aluminum cans/paper), and empty irons. Common area duties will include cleaning public toilets, public bathhouses, public laundry rooms, and public conference rooms; sweeping, mopping, waxing and buffing, or vacuuming all hallways, lounges, lobbies, stairways, and common kitchen. Responsible for supporting laundry services to include sorting, cleaning, drying, folding, restocking, and inventorying laundered items. Incumbent also takes inventory of the furnishings daily, replaces light bulbs as needed in table/floor lamps, and reports all maintenance discrepancies to supervisor. Will maintain the stock level of consumable janitorial supplies by ordering needed replacements at the proper time from the central supply office, or supervisor. Responsible for inspecting assigned guestrooms for completeness upon checkout of guests. Responsible for reporting all missing, damaged or destroyed property immediately to supervisor. Work is normally performed indoors under normal conditions, some duties required may be outside and will expose incumbent to heat, cold, and varying types of weather. Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance. Performs other related duties as assigned. MISSION ESSENTIAL STATUS: This position is designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (nature or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
Conditions of Employment
EVALUATIONS:
How You Will Be Evaluated
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.
Additional 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 Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. 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. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee. Individuals selected for a Not to Exceed (NTE) position may be converted to permanent noncompetitive. CONTACT US: For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to [email protected] or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.
How to Apply
STEP 1 - Qualify with Application and/or Resume. You must meet the experience requirements described above under Qualifications. Your application and/or resume must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience to qualify. You must include employer, position title, position start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), pay grade (as applicable) for each position listed. Internship and volunteer positions listed must also include the start date month and year (mm/yyyy) and end date month and year (mm/yyyy). STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=76173&PostingSeq=1/ STEP 3 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 Copy as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=76173&PostingSeq=1/. STEP 4 - Employment Preferences, may be requested for positions graded NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, & NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. If you are using an employment preference, please use this chart below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. PREFERENCE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Military Spouses 1. Furnish a copy of the PCS order identifying a dependents-authorized move and the sponsor's reporting date to the new duty location. 2. Submit a current application or resume. 3. For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility. Veterans Copy of DD214 citing general or honorable discharge. Person with Disabilities Proof of Disability Documentation from: doctor, licensed medical professional, licensed rehabilitation professional, or any federal, state, District of Columbia, or US territory agency that issues or provides disability benefits. Spouses of relocating active-duty military members applying through Military Spouse Preference Program must upload all documents listed above. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until declination or acceptance of a regular Full-Time or Part-Time position. Spousal Preference may only be utilized once for each permanent relocation. As applicable, upload all required documents above to your profile under "My Job Applications" in the MCCS Careers application portal https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=76173&PostingSeq=1/ STEP 5 - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with "TA" stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=76173&PostingSeq=1/. Transition Assistance Program: (May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 5. STEP 6 - Before you press "Submit Application", be sure all requested documents have been attached or uploaded. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or add missing attachments. To return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
Required Documents
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the HOUSEKEEPER, NA-3566-03, (NOT TO EXCEED 09/30/2026) position at U.S. Marine Corps?
The salary range for this position is $19 - $19/hr. This is a NA-03 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the HOUSEKEEPER, NA-3566-03, (NOT TO EXCEED 09/30/2026) job located?
This position is located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
What are we looking for? Must be able to work independently. Ability to handle all aspects of rooms assigned, including but not limited to: Inventory and restocking of supplies and amenities. Knowledge of proper usage of common cleaning tools, cleaning agents and industrial type vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners and buffers, preferred. Must be ab...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Feb 23, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does NA-03 mean?
NA-03 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.