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Marketing Assistant

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Milton, Florida

Salary Range: $18 - $22 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Marketing Department aboard Naval Air Station Milton, Florida. The purpose of this position is to support the Marketing/Sponsorship Program by designing and implementing diversified media packages that enhances and promote facility and recreational programs to support the quality of life and mission readiness of active duty military members and their families.

Major Duties:

• Identifies, establishes and maintains communication needs and develops informational material that inform appropriate agencies of the policies, services, and activities of the MWR Department. Assists supervisor with commercial sponsorship/advertising proposals, solicitation of potential sponsors, sponsorship agreements and after-action reports in ensuring that all stay within Navy policy and instructions. Responsible for designing, implementing and maintain social interactive applications sites, websites and smartphone app for MWR/CYP programs that push the MWR missions and markets NAS Jax MWR as a "customer driven" organization. Creates innovative marketing campaigns from inception to completion and is responsible for the production of graphic art services to MWR facilities. Plans and designs visual information material including but not limited to printed publications, photography, logs, flyers, posters, signs, banners, certificates and in some cases video promotional vehicles which will be used to promote the department and highlight or enhance program or events. Will evaluate the effectiveness of promotional documents/flyers and implements changes to positively improve the program quality, service and patronage. Maintains communication with the MWR Department Managers and Program Managers for input for all publications pertaining to individual facility activities/events. Executes the timely development, layout, writing proofing, printing and distribution of all MWR publications and advertisements while ensuring that the content is current, accurate, audience friendly and of high quality. Promotes the wide range of MWR activities for authorized patrons and guests through multiple media channels including but not limited to social media, digital displays, printed advertisement, electronic newsletter, website and smartphone app. Responsible for the implementation, design, content, scheduling and timely management of the electronic newsletter. Coordinates with the Marketing Director and program managers to plan, coordinate and conduct market research to include but may not be limited to utilizing demographic research, surveys, and/or focus groups. Researches and executes promotional ideas and items, marketing strategies and distribution plans. Presents MWR services and programs in pre-deployments briefs and Ombudsman meeting with the coordination for the overall design of an ongoing Indoctrination including conducting on-site briefing to military personnel reporting to the component and tenant commands supported by the NAS Jacksonville composite recreation fund. Responsible for ensuring that all bulletin boards and digital displays within tenant commands and MWR facilities are properly updated with MWR program, event, and promotional advertisements. Manages current response system for web-generated email, phone calls and regular mail, ensuring that responses are timely and that they reflect well on the Department. Prepares packages for sponsorship requests, meets with potential sponsors to promote opportunities, and facilitates support for sponsor during programs. Serves on command committees to ascertain needs, solicits feedback and introduce ideas. Stays current with the latest graphic design programs, user interface and web technology trends and passes this information on to immediate supervisor. Ensures integrity of communications by keeping informed on legislation and DOD policies that affect Internet and website content. Completes other related duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Qualifications: In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Al least one year of general experience in the marketing field which demonstrates knowledge of all phases of marketing. including knowledge of its principles, methods, practices, and techniques. Skill in analyzing and developing marketing recommendations from divergent information and integrating them into marketing plans. Must have skill in gathering and organizing information. Should possess solid organizational skills and be detail oriented. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to understand, adhere to and explain complex regulations and instructions. and directives related to program management. Must have problem solving and creative negotiation skills. Skill in developing interpersonal relationships to facilitate the establishment of good customer service. Ability to work effectively as a team member with flexibility. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to edit and accurately proofread publications, messages, and documents. Ability to develop customized presentations and address groups. Ability to develop a visual concept from verbal and/or written communication. Knowledge of and ability to use proper grammar, spelling, and standard graphics style. Must possess skill in layout and design for publicity materials. Knowledge in use of personal computers, digital scanner, and printers. Ability to create graphic designs and layouts on computers utilizing products that include, but not limited to Adobe Creative Cloud programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat et al. Knowledge of Microsoft office software, including Word, Outlook, Excel and Publisher. Must be able to handle multiple projects to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Knowledge of methods and procedures for operating professional digital camera and utilizing photo editing software. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. As of May 7, 2025, The REAL ID act requires visitors to have a REAL ID or passport to access to Government Facilities. This will be a requirement for employment. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

How to Apply: To begin the process, click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USA JOBS account. Application process is submitted through your USA JOBS account. Resumes/ Applications received other than by USA JOBS will be destroyed and will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume. Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department. Please note this announcement will be open until all positions are filled and not every qualified candidate may be referred if positions are filled before the final closing dates. Candidates that apply between the time frames listed below will be referred in order of applications received Applicants that apply between Tuesday, July 7th, 2025 (opening dates) and Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, by 11:59 EST will be given first consideration. Those who are scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. Applicants that apply between Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 00:01 am EST and Wednesday August 06, 2025, 11:59pm EST will be given second consideration. Those are scored highly qualified will be sent to the hiring official for consideration. Applicants that apply after August 07, 2025, will be reviewed every two weeks. Those qualified candidates will be referred according to staffing needs. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documentation or you will not be considered for the position. Failure to submit all the required documentation may result in not be considered for the position. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/08/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12759110 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2025-09-08