EDUCATION TECHNICIAN, NF-1702-03

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. Duties What to Expect Provides primary sources of educational information to military personnel, spouses, dependents, DOD civilians and all others seeking information at the Lifelong Learning Center. Advises students on the educational opportunities at the colleges/ universities aboard Marine Corps Bases and in the surrounding area and available through distance learning programs. Responds to all inquiries on availability of funding, scholarships, loans, grants, enrollment procedures, prerequisites, room locations, schedules, costs and non-traditional education instruments including Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES). Assists in maintaining a centrally managed educational accounting system, Navy Campus Management Information System (NCMIS). Serves as designee to sign Tuition Assistance (TA) Authorization documents. Documents actions and progress in counseling notes in NCMIS for each student for whom service is provided. Reviews and complies with Marine Corps Orders and regulations governing TA funding policies. Assists military personnel with enrollment and completion of TA applications, registration, course drop/add and withdrawal forms required by the institutions. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications What are we looking for? Minimum three (3) years experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge, skills and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above. Knowledge of Voluntary Off-Duty Education, military structure, procedures and terminology preferred. Effective communication and computer skills are required, as well as a demonstrated ability to meet and deal effectively with all military grades and people from diverse backgrounds with a variety of educational goals. Knowledge of office administration management and understanding of tuition assistance and other financial aid available for military personnel and family members. Requirements See Duties and Qualifications