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Pacific Air Forces
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About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the 8 FSS Marketing Department on Kaden Air Base Okinawa, Japan.
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Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the 8 FSS Marketing Department on Kaden Air Base Okinawa, Japan.
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Overview
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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/29/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 29, 2026
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $17 - $18 per hour Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
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Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 26-8TFSK334612 Control number 876549100
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
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Serves as a marketing account executive and assists in developing and implementing marketing programs for the Force Support Squadron. Under the direction of the Marketing Director, assists in developing communication strategies and marketing campaigns to enhance participation and increase financial income to FSS activities by determining the most effective and efficient media mix to reach the target audiences. Determines best media mix necessary including print and digital ad design concepts for facilities advertisements, photo shoots, video promotions, radio commercials, social media and website. Works with assigned FSS facilities to obtain information about upcoming FSS events and programs. Maintain frequent contact with activity managers to understand and anticipate needs that best support the customer service and/or sales goals of the FSS facility. Coordinates photographic support with marketing department photographer and facilities. Makes recommendations to activity managers on the design of effective advertising and appropriate media mix. Attends major FSS events and provides constructive marketing feedback to activity managers. Using standard industry practices, computer software and/or instruments specifically developed for use with FSS, adapts or modifies research techniques for local purposes. Develops and administers surveys and focus groups to collect data, tabulates responses, and assists in analyzing results. Assists in conducting media relations with on and off-base agencies. Prepares and presents briefings to base functions such as Newcomers Orientation and Commanders Calls. Prepares drafts of, but not limited to, program overviews for publication in magazines, brochures, advertisements and promotional campaigns. Prepares and presents information on weekly radio and video shows as applicable. Arranges for advertising support of FSS programs and services from Wing Public Affairs and Armed Forces Network, Okinawa. Driving to the facilities is a regular, weekly requirement for the position. The purposes is meetings and regular reviews of marketing materials. Assists graphic designers by providing design inspiration, sample layouts and selection of photos for marketing projects. Assists commercial sponsorship and advertising coordinator as required and permitted by governing directives. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13007397
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Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA sponsorship only. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/29/2026
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country.Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.
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 work experience that provides the general knowledge in marketing/advertising principles and practices andlatest advertising and marketing trends, sales and negotiating principles. Specialized knowledge of FSS operations and programs highly desired. Ability to select appropriate material, arrange, and composite conceptual ad layouts and maintain well-organized files is required. Knowledge of datacollection methods (e.g., focus groups, surveys, etc.) and market research analysis experience required. Knowledge of MS Office, project management principles, and graphic design as well as being enthusiastic and passionate about the field of work is a plus. Must be able to read, write,and speak in English. Must be willing to work nights or weekends as needed by the position. Must possess or be able to obtain a USFJ or Japanese Drivers license. Must be able to obtain a favorable Tier 1 Background Investigation. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug test.
Education
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.
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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.
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How you will be evaluated
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.
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Required Documents
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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:
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 persons 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.
How to Apply
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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 07/29/2026 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 .
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date of your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena NAF HR
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
Next steps
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.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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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:
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 persons 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.
How to Apply
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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 07/29/2026 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 .
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date of your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
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Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena NAF HR
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
Next steps
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.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Pacific Air Forces
Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Kadena Air Base is the hub of airpower in the Pacific, and home to the 18th Wing and a variety of associate units. Together they form ("Team Kadena") -- a world-class combat team ready to fight and win from the Keystone of the Pacific. Nearly 18,000 Americans and more than 4,000 Japanese employees and contractors make up Team Kadena. The bases estimated economic impact upon Okinawas economy is more than $700 million annually.
Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena NAF HR
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
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Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the 8 FSS Marketing Department on Kaden Air Base Okinawa, Japan.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/29/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 29, 2026
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $17 - $18 per hour Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 26-8TFSK334612 Control number 876549100
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