USA Jobs Workshop (in-person)

Effective May 7, 2025, all guests and visitors accessing Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego must

present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an approved alternate form of identification (i.e.

– U.S. passport) to enter the base, in accordance with MCO 5530.13 and the Department of

Homeland Security’s REAL ID Act.

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Visitors without a REAL ID-compliant license or ID must bring:

• A valid, unexpired state-issued photo ID, AND

• One of the following secondary forms of ID that matches the name on the primary ID:

• Original birth certificate with raised seal

• Social Security card

• If the name is different, an official court document or marriage certificate must be

presented to verify the name change.

This requirement applies to all guests attending:

• Family Day

• Graduation Ceremonies

• Special Events hosted aboard MCRD SD (Bay View, Community Center, Boathouse,

etc.)

• Interviews or onboarding events (e.g., job candidates)

2 Official REAL ID Resource

Use the following link for the official federal source for REAL ID information.

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

It provides:

• A clear explanation of what REAL ID is

• The compliance deadline (May 7, 2025)

• How to tell if your ID is REAL ID-compliant

• State-by-state application guidance

• FAQs about accepted documents for federal facility access, including military bases

This in-person workshop will provide information related to:

– Writing an effective federal resume

– Navigating USA Jobs

– Applying for General Schedule (GS) positions

– Veterans and Military Spouse preference

Open to all active duty and their family members, reservists, retirees, and DoD employees. This course is only offered in person.

Registration is encouraged. This workshop is only offered IN PERSON at MCRD San Diego, bldg 14.

For questions or more information, contact Ms. Connie Vasquez at (619) 524-8640 or via email at [email protected]