Outreach Assistant - Camp Shelby/Hattiesburg MS

00100 LEIDOS, INC.; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Job summary

Leidos seeks Outreach Assistants to support Military OneSource events and outreach on military installations within 40 miles of base locations. The role focuses on educating service members, families, and leaders about available resources, coordinating with Field Consultants, and expanding community partnerships.

This on-call, sporadic position requires strong communication skills, knowledge of military culture, and the ability to work independently while maintaining compliance with program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years in customer service, outreach, or community engagement.
• Knowledge of military culture and family dynamics is preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain background checks and access to installations.

Responsibilities

• Represent the program at military installation and community outreach events when the Field Consultant is unavailable.
• Educate Service members, families, leaders, and providers about Military OneSource resources.
• Develop and deliver informational briefings and presentations to diverse audiences.
• Coordinate installation-level outreach with government and community partners.
• Document outreach activities and report gaps in service for program improvements.

Skills

Customer service

Outreach coordination

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Leidos Military OneSource program is seeking Outreach Assistants to work on an as needed, sporadic basis. Candidates MUST: Be US Citizens with military base access AND Be located within 40 miles of the base location. AND Be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance. The Outreach Assistant supports the Field Consultant role by providing coverage for events and outreach to educate Service members, their families, military leadership, and service providers about community and Military OneSource resources and services.

This role supports military-specific events when the Field Consultant is not able to attend to promote, provides direct support at military installation events with a focus on increasing program outreach and coordinate the promotion of services. This position provides support for Government-directed and approved events at their installation, in coordination with the State Field Consultant and the Regional Outreach OA Coordinator. They provide outreach opportunities with third‑party programs and services to connect Federal, state, local, and nonprofit resources to Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve families.

Primary Responsibilities

The Outreach Assistant is someone with a current military affiliation and installation access. They demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, maintains a welcoming and professional presence, and possesses a thorough understanding of military culture, lifestyles, and command structures.

Through proactive outreach and engagement, the position helps connect military communities with critical resources that enhance readiness, resilience, and overall well‑being.

Represents the Military OneSource Program at military installation and community outreach events, when the Field Consultant is not able to attend, serving as a professional and knowledgeable ambassador for program services and resources.

Serve as an installation subject matter expert educating Service members, families, military leadership, and service providers on resources and services.

Conduct installation level community capacity‑building activities by educating military and civilian service providers about program resources and services.

Identify Government‑approved family programs and community resources for inclusion in the community resource finder, subject to Government review and approval.

Document and report outreach efforts, services provided, and identified gaps in service availability to inform program improvements and strategic outreach.

Maintain compliance with program reporting requirements and documentation standards.

Sets up, maintains, and manages informational displays, promotional materials, and outreach booths in accordance with event requirements and organizational standards.

Engages military service members, families, and community partners in meaningful conversations to increase awareness of Military OneSource programs, benefits, and support services.

Provides exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and connecting individuals with appropriate resources to meet their needs.

Delivers accurate and consistent information regarding Military OneSource services, military family support programs, and available community resources.

Basic Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
• Current military affiliation (Active Duty, National Guard, Reserve, military spouse, military retiree, or DoD civilian) required and must possess and maintain authorized access to military installations.
• Minimum two years of experience providing customer service, outreach, community engagement, or related support services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of military culture, military family lifestyles, and military command structures.
• Excellent presentation skills and strong verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with military service members, families, leadership, and community partners.
• Ability to professionally represent the Military OneSource Program at outreach events, briefings, and community engagements.
• Experience speaking to individuals and small groups, providing presentations, or conducting informational briefings preferred.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain professionalism in a public‑facing environment.
• Ability to lift and transport outreach materials, displays, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must successfully complete all required program training and maintain knowledge of Military OneSource services, resources, and program updates.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required background checks, credentials, and access requirements necessary to perform duties on military installations.

Pay Rate

$40/hr militaryonesource

Pay Range

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Securing Your Data

Leidos will never ask you to provide payment‑related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [e-mail].

Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Original Posting: October 29, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.