About the position:
This position is located at the Marketing and Publicity Office of the 35th Force Support Squadron, Misawa AB, Japan.
This is a Regular full time category position; guaranteed 40 hours per week.
Military Spouse Preference is lost if selected for this position.
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
- Collects and disseminates information about FSS activities and events.
- Assists the Graphic Designers using Adobe Creative Suite programs (InDesign, Lightroom and Photoshop) to develop, design, edit and update a variety of media including but not limited to flyers, posters, brochures, Facebook slides, TV slides, Instagram posts, email campaigns and digital signs.
- Edits and writes copy for publication in Force Support Squadron magazine, website, digital, print, radio broadcasts and social media platforms.
- Works directly with other base communication offices including Public Affairs and American Forces Network (AFN) to disseminate information.
- Provides first line customer service by answering telephones and receiving and reviewing work order requests from FSS facilities.
- Coordinates, organizes and disseminates materials for cross marketing and delivery of the Force Support Squadron magazine to subscribers and base kiosks.
- Assists with promotions, marketing research projects and special events as assigned.
- Assists Digital Media Specialist using digital camera(s) to capture photos of events, promotions, retail items and more.
- Assists Operations Clerk with print shop customers, taking and printing passport photos and using the cash register and credit card machine.
- May be required to work an irregular tour of duty.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May operate government vehicles in execution of job duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- *This is a drug test designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.*
If interested in this position, please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12973414
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- **Non-U.S. Citizens must have resided physically in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for at least 3 years.**
- Incumbent may work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid passport.
- This position has physical lifting requirement 50 lbs which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
- Incumbent must possess a valid Driver's License. The incumbent must provide a copy of their driving record.
- This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/30/2026
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in/around Misawa AB, Japan. All applicants must possess a social security number and valid passport. All applicants MUST be eligible to meet local immigration requirements.
- Business Based Action
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Family Member Preference
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Military Spouse Preference
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Outside Applicant Veteran
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Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
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Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
- Must have education or experience in marketing, communications, graphic design or related field in which the applicant demonstrated the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of the position.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, proofreading skills, organizational and time-management skills.
- Must be familiar with using professional design and photo editing software and applications to execute basic edits.
- Must have strong computer proficiency to support administrative tasks and familiarity with social media platforms and digital content tools.
- Experience writing and editing marketing copy is highly desired.
- Knowledge of content marketing, advertising and promotional strategy is highly desired.
- Working knowledge of the Force Support Squadron facilities, services, programs and policies is highly desired.
Condition(s) of Employment:
- Successful completion and favorable adjudication of background investigation (Tier I Level) is required.
- Must possess a Valid 4EJ and Stateside Driver's License or Japanese Driver's License.
- Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug test.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment physical.
- To perform the duties of this position a CAC is required.
- May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
- Probationary period may be required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- LQA is not authorized.
- Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and
must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
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DD-214/ Statement of Service
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Diploma/ GED
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Disability Letter (VA)
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License
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Other (1)
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Other (2)
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PCS Orders
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Professional Certification
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Proof of Marriage Status
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Resume
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Separation Notice (RIF)
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SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
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Transcript
As described above, your
complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2026 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.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.
It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
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 .
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Misawa NAF HR Office
Misawa NAF HR
35 FSS/FSCN
Unit 5019
APO AP, AP 96319-5019
US
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Accepting applications
Posted 05/31/26 · Apply by 09/30/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2026
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