MILITARY CLASSIFICATION TESTING OFFICER NF-03 RPT (LOCAL COMMUTING AREA)

MILITARY CLASSIFICATION TESTING OFFICER NF-03 RPT (LOCAL COMMUTING AREA)

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Iwakuni, Japan

Salary Range: $19 - $20 Per Hour

Job Summary: 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:

• INTRODUCTION: This position is located under the Education and Career Services Section, Personal and Professional Development Branch, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) Division, Marine Corps Base, Iwakuni, Japan. The purpose of this position is to assist in administering and maintaining Military Classification testing programs for Marine Corps personnel stationed at Iwakuni, as well as Education Technician duties and responsibilities. SUMMARY OF DUTIES: As the Military Classification Testing Officer, independently manages and administers the complete range of Military Classification Testing. Ensure that all tests are administered in strict accordance with current Marine Corps orders and directives and that prescribed testing standards are met. Conducts pre/post-test counseling of personnel. Ensures compliance with all policies and directives as well as inspection requirements. Administers the Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT), Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB), Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT), Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), etc. Responsible for the security and accountability of testing materials held by Marine Corps Base, Iwakuni. Conducts inventories of testing materials and submits written and electronic reports of these inventories to the higher echelons of command as required. Prepares test reports and maintains comprehensive and complete files of test records and correspondence. Prepares, logs, and forwards completed testing documentation and follows-up on results. Assists with preparing monthly and weekly testing schedules and correspondence. 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 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.

Qualifications: BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college recognized by the U.S. Department of Education OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above, OR three years of practical experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above in understanding basic education principles and processes. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must have the ability to comprehend and follow specific testing policies and directions and follow through without error. 2. Knowledge of DoD and Marine Corps policies and regulations as they pertain to the operation of Marine Corps Education and Testing Centers. 3. Must be familiar with general principles of administering standardized tests. 4. Must have the ability to independently manage a high volume testing office, make independent decisions and understand and follow through when the chain of command is required to be notified and involved. 5. Must have the ability to keep information confidential, maintain professionalism, and maintain excellent written and oral communication skills. 6. Working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. 7. Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends as mission requires. 8. Must agree to provide emergency contact information in all absences in case of a testing emergency. 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 Marine, Sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Must be able to obtain and maintain a low-risk, non-sensitive Tier-1 background investigation with favorable eligibility as required. 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.

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. 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: *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. *If prior/retiring military, DD214 Member Copy/Statement of Service *PCS Orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) OR Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) *If you have prior federal employment, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR), SF-50, SF3434, SF2545, or paperwork that is equivalent to the others listed. 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. ** NOTE - In accordance with MCO P12000.11A there is no limit to the number of times spousal preference may be applied to referral and selection for non-continuing positions (flexible). Spouses may be simultaneously referred for continuing and non-continuing positions. This preference may be exercised once for each permanent relocation of the military sponsor and eligibility of spousal preference terminates upon acceptance or declination of an offer for a Regular Full-Time or Part-Time position, even if the spouse elects any other categories on the initial application. (Applies to all positions NF03 and below level) LEGAL IMMIGRATION STATUS RESPONSIBILITY **NOTE (1) In regards to your current legal residence status in Japan, it is your responsibility to maintain legal residence status and take necessary steps to retain a current Visa up until you are employed with MCCS and issued SOFA status. **NOTE (2) For applicants with Japanese permanent residency status; in accordance with USFJI 36-2611, para. 4.2.2.1., the individual is not entitled to acquire double residency status in Japan. SOFA status will be granted once you take an action to relinquish Japanese permanent residency.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-22