What are the responsibilities and job description for the SCHOOL LIAISON position at Marine Corps Community Services?
This position is located with the Marine & Family Program Division at School Liaison Office.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections and opportunities for you to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career, and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide our Marines, Sailors, and their families with every day services and support. We believe in serving those who serve. Joining our world renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits:
401(k) Flex Savings Plan through Fidelity.
Tax-free shopping.
Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
Major Duties
What to Expect
Serves as the School Liaison and installation representative to assist military families with school-aged children in preK-12 on educational matters relating to public, private, and home schools, and to understand the local public school community, alternative educational opportunities, and information necessary to succeed in an academic environment.
Facilitates the interaction between the schools and the military community to preclude or resolve problems related to education and logistical support. Provides assistance and support to coordinate and advise military parents of school-aged children on the local school community and in solving education-related challenges.
Plans, develops, and manages the installation School Liaison Program. Serves as the Installation Commander's representative for issues involving local schools and their relationship to the local military community, which may include representing the command at meetings or school boards.
Works in conjunction with the military chain of command; Child and Youth Program Managers; the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Coordinator; other service School Liaisons; and other organizations, programs, and/or offices (such as Impact Aid and Marine & Family Programs).
Fosters partnerships between schools, families, military organizations, and the local community. Recommends systems, policy and procedural changes to school and installation personnel to improve the local school system and military connected children’s education. Educates stakeholders and school staff on the social emotional and educational needs of military students and families. Assesses needs, coordinates with local school district administration, and serves as a focal point for gathering and disseminating information concerning the local schools.
Serves as intermediary between parents and school administrators. Serves as subject matter expert to the chain of command on all matters relating to the education of school aged children. Analyzes demographic statistics. Prepares reports, information papers, fact sheets and studies as required. Prepares and presents briefings to the chain of command and appropriate installation personnel on school liaison issues.
May be required to travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend conferences and meetings. May be required to travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend conferences and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What are we looking for?
A Bachelor¿s Degree from an accredited college, in elementary, secondary or special education or administration. Knowledge and experience of educational theories, principles, practices and procedures of K-12 (primary and secondary) educational programs which may be obtained through graduate study or extended work experience in the field of education and four years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of education concepts, methods, practices, and higher level policies relating to education services and community support for schools supporting Marine Corps families.
OR
An appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
OR
An appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above
Knowledge of public and defense school systems, programs, missions and functions.
Knowledge of the functions, processes, principles and practices of educational programs and how their function relates to application of criteria and concepts for child and youth services programs, and public school systems which vary from state-to- state and from school district to school district.
Possess skill to coordinate with a variety of regulatory, enforcement and other agencies. Possess skill in providing recommendations to assist parents, school districts, and military leadership with developing policies and resolving issues.
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).
Education may be used to qualify, Step 3 must also be completed.
STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/
STEP 3 - College Transcript(s)
A degree in elementary, secondary or special education or administration from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/ to be considered. Applications received without college transcripts (if using education) will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 4 - 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/.
STEP 5- 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.
Closing Statement
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 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.
CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections and opportunities for you to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career, and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide our Marines, Sailors, and their families with every day services and support. We believe in serving those who serve. Joining our world renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits:
401(k) Flex Savings Plan through Fidelity.
Tax-free shopping.
Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
Major Duties
What to Expect
Serves as the School Liaison and installation representative to assist military families with school-aged children in preK-12 on educational matters relating to public, private, and home schools, and to understand the local public school community, alternative educational opportunities, and information necessary to succeed in an academic environment.
Facilitates the interaction between the schools and the military community to preclude or resolve problems related to education and logistical support. Provides assistance and support to coordinate and advise military parents of school-aged children on the local school community and in solving education-related challenges.
Plans, develops, and manages the installation School Liaison Program. Serves as the Installation Commander's representative for issues involving local schools and their relationship to the local military community, which may include representing the command at meetings or school boards.
Works in conjunction with the military chain of command; Child and Youth Program Managers; the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Coordinator; other service School Liaisons; and other organizations, programs, and/or offices (such as Impact Aid and Marine & Family Programs).
Fosters partnerships between schools, families, military organizations, and the local community. Recommends systems, policy and procedural changes to school and installation personnel to improve the local school system and military connected children’s education. Educates stakeholders and school staff on the social emotional and educational needs of military students and families. Assesses needs, coordinates with local school district administration, and serves as a focal point for gathering and disseminating information concerning the local schools.
Serves as intermediary between parents and school administrators. Serves as subject matter expert to the chain of command on all matters relating to the education of school aged children. Analyzes demographic statistics. Prepares reports, information papers, fact sheets and studies as required. Prepares and presents briefings to the chain of command and appropriate installation personnel on school liaison issues.
May be required to travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend conferences and meetings. May be required to travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend conferences and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What are we looking for?
A Bachelor¿s Degree from an accredited college, in elementary, secondary or special education or administration. Knowledge and experience of educational theories, principles, practices and procedures of K-12 (primary and secondary) educational programs which may be obtained through graduate study or extended work experience in the field of education and four years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of education concepts, methods, practices, and higher level policies relating to education services and community support for schools supporting Marine Corps families.
OR
An appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
OR
An appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above
Knowledge of public and defense school systems, programs, missions and functions.
Knowledge of the functions, processes, principles and practices of educational programs and how their function relates to application of criteria and concepts for child and youth services programs, and public school systems which vary from state-to- state and from school district to school district.
Possess skill to coordinate with a variety of regulatory, enforcement and other agencies. Possess skill in providing recommendations to assist parents, school districts, and military leadership with developing policies and resolving issues.
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).
Education may be used to qualify, Step 3 must also be completed.
STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/
STEP 3 - College Transcript(s)
A degree in elementary, secondary or special education or administration from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/ to be considered. Applications received without college transcripts (if using education) will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 4 - 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/.
STEP 5- 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.
Closing Statement
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 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.
CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.
