SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR, NF-03/RFT, CAMP FOSTER
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
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Two years of recreation/leisure services experience which demonstrates the knowledge of principles, techniques, and methods of procedure used in organizing, planning, administering, and conducting recreational/outdoor activities and special events festivals. Work experience in organizing the outdoor events, festivals and activities including planning and execution of events, transporting equipment, setting up temporary stands, tents, dismantling and storing equipment to clear the area, using tools and materials. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The ability to work outdoors for extend hours.
A valid Government Owned Vehicle (GOV) operator¿s permit is required for the performance of duties for this position. Inability to obtain or maintain appropriate GOV licensing will result in termination for lack of qualifications. The incumbent is required to obtain required GOV licenses within 30 days of hire for both 10 ton Forklift and 4 ton Truck.
Must be able to perform work requiring prolonged standing, walking, reaching, lifting, and carrying objects up to 40 lbs (18 kg) independently and objects over 40 lbs (18 kg) with assistance. Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule to include night time, weekends, and holidays. Knowledge of technical areas of recreational activities such as outdoor safety and event planning.
Intermediate level ability and experience in Microsoft Programs such as Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio and PowerPoint. Excellent customer service, interpersonal skills, tact, and problem-solving abilities, a team player and actively looking for a way to help people. Skills to communicate with all levels of command and staff, and active duty.
Ability to communicate orally and in written in a clear and concise manner. 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.
Major Duties
NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Events Coordinator BUSINESS TITLE: Special Events Coordinator FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt JOB SERIES: 1101 PAY LEVEL: NF-03 INTRODUCTION: This is a mixed position to provide a broad range of coordination, supervision, as well as logistic support responsibilities and to work closely with commands, units, and all MCCS branches for a wide range of activities, tournaments, events, and special events. Working directly for the Assistant Entertainment/Special Events Program Manager, the position serves to increase patronage and improve customer satisfaction through enhancement of activities and image.
This position is required to work outdoors a majority of the time. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and supports a variety of commands and units events, e.g., Change of Command, Post and Relief, Retirements, Return Reunions, Deployment Readiness Coordinator (DRC)/ CSC sponsored unit family days, etc., recreational and cultural activities e.g., camp festivals, flea market, and other ceremonies, ensuring that maximum support is provided to conduct quality and successful events. Supports special events and activities planned by MCCS branches.
Plans and carries out these events in coordination with the facility¿s representatives. Provides expertise, assistance, and operational continuity ensuring successful events and activities. Operates a 4-ton truck and forklift to transport requested equipment throughout installations, over public road and expressway in all traffic conditions and unloads at assigned locations.
Independently or with assistance, sets up temporary prefabricated units, platform, tents, stages, food service facilities, play areas, etc. Dismantles and stores equipment, and clears the area after the events. Provides on-site logistic support and prepares layout to include lighting, sound, electricity, restroom facilities, necessary manpower, etc.
Coordinates logistical and administrative support for MCCS events and festivals, including scheduling of events at local sites, preparing facility requests, risk management (RM), activity training environment management plan (ATEMP) paper work, and coordinating PMO support, transportation request, marketing support request (MSR), and contract employees assigned to support all manner of activities, tournaments, events, and special events. Expands, revises, adapts, or otherwise changes plans, and modifies on-scene events/activities as developments require in a time sensitive manner/situation. Ensures that the events are conducted in accordance with the policy and procedures.
Completes an After-Action Report (AAR) for assigned special events to recount all important/key information and other suggestions and recommendations to facilitate and enhance future events. Recommends programs, events, and management plans for the special events program including budget proposals, staffing requirements, problem identification and resolution. Prepares financial statements as necessary.
Stimulates and motivates participation in events by working closely with Marketing to execute a world class, island-wide publicity program and by utilizing all available publicity and media sources which may include radio, television, magazines, public affairs releases, posters, flyers, banners, calendars, and newspapers. Assists in the preparation of data for appropriated and non-appropriated fund budgets and ensures budget requirements meet program demands. Assists the Assistant Entertainment/Special Events Program Manager with direct and daily coordination, interaction, and planning with the MCCS Community Service Coordinators/ Leaders/ Representatives for the southern camps (i.e.
Foster/Lester, Kinser, and MCAS Futenma). Also, provides alternate interface with the northern camp MCCS Directors/ Leaders/Representatives (i.e. Camps Courtney, Hansen, Schwab, and Fuji). Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy.
Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services.
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. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures.
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.
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
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. Required Documents: *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy 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.
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.
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THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA WITHIN 30 DAYS. 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 30 days before the military sponsor's reporting date 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.
Required Documents
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