Blount Island Workforce

The decision to become a U.S. Marine is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to honor, courage, and commitment. Marines serve as part of the nation’s force in readiness—trained to respond rapidly, operate in any clime or place, and defend our nation’s interests worldwide.

Your first step is to speak directly with a Marine Corps recruiter. Recruiters provide accurate information about service opportunities, eligibility, training, and career paths. They also guide you through the application and screening process. Applicants must meet requirements in areas such as age, education, physical fitness, medical readiness and legal standards. Recruiters will explain these in detail and help determine your qualification.

If you are interested in becoming a United States Marine, visit Marines.com or call 1-800-MARINES (627-4637). You may also connect directly with Marine Corps Recruiting Station Jacksonville (904-999-1855) for local support in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Recruiters there can provide details about enlistment options, the Delayed Entry Program and career opportunities.

Those interested in earning a commission as a Marine officer can explore multiple pathways. For more information, visit the following official resources:

• Officer Programs Overview

• Officer Candidate School

• Marine Officer Programs Information

Working in Civil Service

As the largest employer in the United States, the federal government offers opportunities across a wide range of career fields to match diverse skills and interests. Civil service provides a chance to shape America’s future while supporting missions that matter, from national defense to public service innovation.

Job seekers can explore openings across the Marine Corps enterprise and Blount Island Command at USAJobs.gov. To find positions currently hiring, search for "Blount Island" or Marine Corps in Jacksonville, Florida. Keep in mind, federal agencies now accept résumés up to two pages in length. For official guidance on federal format and hiring requirements, visit the USAJobs FAQ.

Working in civil service is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to serve the nation, contribute to mission success and grow within a workforce built on excellence, integrity and accountability.

Blount Island Virtual Job Fair

Direct Hire Authority: DHA is a hiring authority the Office of Personnel Management and Congress grant to federal agencies to fill vacancies when critical hiring needs or severe candidate shortages exist. DHA enables hiring managers to hire qualified applicants quickly.

Qualifications: Applicants will be rated per Office of Personnel Management standards. Candidates must meet minimum experience training requirements and demonstrate knowledge skills necessary to perform the position's duties. Quality of experience is emphasized not length of time. Classification standards can be found at OPM.gov.

Eligibility: Applicants must present U.S. citizenship and pass a background check.

Evaluations: Applicants will be evaluated based on qualifications. Resumes will determine eligibility for potential interviews.

It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume is legible and accurate. Human resources representatives will not modify documents submitted by any applicant. Resumes sent after an announcement's closing date cannot be considered.

Submitting Your Resume

It is highly recommended to use the USAjobs.gov resume builder as a tool for writing your resume. Omit personally identifiable information from your resume (i.e. SSN, date of birth, age, race, etc.). Send a copy of your transcripts, if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Please send your resume and applicable supporting documents to BlountIslandHiring@usmc.mil, unless otherwise noted in announcement.

Experience

• Employer name

• Job title

• Start and end dates (month and year)

• Number of hours worked per week

• Series and grade for federal jobs

• Experience should show you can perform any tasks listed in the job announcement

  • "Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y], by doing [Z]."

Education, Certificates, Licensures

When the job announcement requires position-specific education, license or certification information, make sure you include them in your resume and provide any required documents like transcripts, certifications or licenses.

• Name of school/institution

• Completion date

• Degree type

• Grade point average (GPA)