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SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR, NF-03/RFT, CAMP FOSTER

U.S. Marine Corps

Department of the Navy

Fresh

Location

Location not specified

Salary

$17 - $19

per hour

Closes

February 3, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves planning, setting up, and running special events like festivals, military ceremonies, and community activities for Marines and their families on a military base.

You'll handle logistics such as transporting gear with trucks and forklifts, working outdoors in all weather, and ensuring everything runs smoothly to boost community satisfaction.

It's a great fit for someone energetic and organized who enjoys teamwork, customer service, and hands-on outdoor work with flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Key Requirements

  • Two years of experience in recreation or leisure services, focusing on organizing and executing outdoor events and festivals
  • Ability to obtain and maintain licenses for operating a 10-ton forklift and 4-ton truck within 30 days of hire
  • Physical capability to stand, walk, lift, and carry up to 40 lbs independently (and heavier with help) for extended periods outdoors
  • Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint)
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with clear oral and written communication
  • Knowledge of outdoor safety and event planning principles

Full Job Description

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.

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.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/20/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 75855