Voluntary Education Specialist NF4

U.S. Marine Corps•Quantico, VA

About The Position

The Voluntary Education Specialist supports the Marine Corps-wide Voluntary Education Program and Leadership Scholar Program within the Education Services Branch at Headquarters Marine Corps. The role supports research, analysis, planning, development, coordination, implementation, administration, monitoring, and evaluation of education programs and services. It helps promote educational advancement, readiness, recruitment, and post-secondary education for Marines and their families, and assists with compliance and policy updates as directed. The position supports a broad range of voluntary off-duty and related education programs, including Tuition Assistance, USMAP, COOL, LSP, DANTES, MASP, GI Bill programs, Joint Services Transcript, federal and state financial aid, and high school completion and post-secondary programs. It assists with coordination among Marine Corps organizations, military and civilian education entities, government agencies, academic institutions, and professional associations. The Specialist also supports program evaluations, economic analyses, inspections, data collection, budget materials, resource reviews, reports, and recommendations. The position may require a fluctuating schedule outside typical work hours and work week, as well as travel. It is designated as a position of trust and requires eligibility for an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI/Tier 3) background investigation. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds may be required.

Requirements

Three years of experience in program evaluation and development of college-level programs; relevant education may substitute for experience.
Professional knowledge of the principles, practices, and operations of Marine Corps Education Centers on local military installations.
Practical knowledge and experience with the duties of command Unit Education Officers and installation Education Services Officers.
Knowledge and experience in fiscal operations related to budgeting, accounting, Program Objective Memorandum issue review, and reporting.
Experience in research and program management.
Knowledge of education-related programs such as the Montgomery GI Bill and military Tuition Assistance.
Experience analyzing and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of business practices and functional program operations to meet goals and objectives.
Skill in analyzing and evaluating procedures and systems to improve operations.
Skill in conducting surveys to determine compliance with established policies and procedures and to establish sound management practices.
Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing with a variety of stakeholders.
Skill in preparing presentations using related computer software and delivering presentations to groups of various sizes.
Ability to plan and conduct program-related inspections, meetings, liaison, conferences, and presentations.
Ability to travel to complete work assignments.
Must be eligible for an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI/Tier 3) background investigation; appointment and continued employment are subject to favorable adjudication.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Navy College Management Information System (NCMIS) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Support research and analysis, planning, development, coordination, implementation, administration, monitoring, and evaluation of the Voluntary Education and Leadership Scholar Programs.
Assist with program compliance, implementation, administration, evaluation, and policy updates as directed.
Support education programs and services that promote readiness, attract quality personnel, and further post-secondary education for Marines and their families.
Serve as a secondary contact for Marine Corps Education and Career Program issues between the Marine Corps and the American Council on Education and Department of War.
Assist with implementation of Congressionally mandated educational programs.
Conduct or assist with analytical studies and economic analyses to assess program and service needs.
Make formal and informal recommendations to installation staff on corrective actions and monitor follow-up inspections.
Work with the Voluntary Education Program Manager to plan, develop, and conduct analyses of current and projected programs.
Review reports and requests for accuracy and conformance with budget controls and guidance.
Assist in developing budget support materials, estimates, narrative justifications, and briefs.
Participate in program and resource allocation reviews, communicate resource requirements, and submit recommendations to higher authority through the Voluntary Education Program Manager.
Support leadership recommendations and identify alternative concepts to address operational deficiencies and support program goals.
Participate in reviews of the performance and capabilities of the MGIB, Post-9/11 GI Bill, and other education programs.
Help develop plans and administer collection of installation data on services, program activity, costs, staffing, facilities, utilization, patrons, demographics, and service requirements.
Support Marine Corps engagement on education issues with universities, colleges, civilian academic organizations, professional associations, the Inter-service Voluntary Education Board, DANTES, the Department of Education, and other government agencies.
Assist with USMAP coordination involving the Navy College Campus, Department of Labor, and Bureau of Labor Statistics requirements.
Assist with coordination of military classification and command education testing program oversight with the M&RA Studies and Analysis Test Control Section.
Travel to complete work assignments as required.