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This position is established as a Work and Family Life (WFL) Specialist. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, implement, administer and counsel eligible personnel on various WFL issues and provide information and referral services at the designated installation. Programs and services are delivered, promoted and often coordinated with/through FFSC staff members and various stakeholders throughout the chain of command, military and civilian community.
Learn more about this agency09/23/2024 to 09/30/2024
$51,332 - $66,731 per year
NF 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
None
No
No
EUR24-139R
810787500
Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
Local U.S. Citizens that are 1) Family members of DoD civilians and Family members of Active Duty Members. (Military Spouse Pref not eligible for NF-4 or higher positions, you will need to select the OS Fam Mbr Pref)
Serves as a consultant and instructor on a variety of WFL topics and issues (see programs below). Provides informative and tangible advice, assistance, and instruction to address customer concerns, needs and requirements associated with Navy-life (deployment/separation; frequent relocation, transitioning from military to civilian life, etc.).
Gathers data, compiles statistics, reports progress and makes recommendations to the supervisor on program planning, agency coordination and follow-up procedures for use at installation, regional and DoD levels. Evaluates, interprets and acts upon data received through customer interviews, general research provided by other agencies/academia, and community based resources. Implements, monitors, documents and tracks service provisions to evaluate and ensure client satisfaction and effectiveness. Disseminates and collects customer evaluation feedback in accordance with the FFSC Quality Assurance Plan. Provides timely inputting of FFSMIS (or equivalent data collection program), and other required workload data for all services provided. Ensures appropriate referrals and follow-up for services requested and documents contacts and results.Works independently and/or with other FFSC staff to provide guidance and training to deliver course curricula and prepare accompanying resource materials. Plans, coordinates, and schedules FFSC workshops, programs, and GMTs. Regularly reviews all new and existing programming IAW with Region and CNIC policies and recommends changes to supervisor. Organizes and implements initiatives such as job fairs and executive career study groups that invite prospective employers to the installation. Provides backup support to all other WFL Specialists, and is cross-trained to provide support in other WFL program areas not specifically assigned to this incumbent.
Responsible for marketing program workshops, events, and activities verbally and in writing via AFN, base newspaper, social media IAW the center's outreach and marketing plan in partnership with the center's administrator responsible for center marketing. Works with N9 functional areas by facilitating joint program events and presentations in N9 recreation, lodging, housing, barracks and other facilities. Collaborates with civilian and military professional resources to gather information and stay abreast of current issues and events. Responsible for the coordination and completion of special project activities including but not limited to CNIC monthly themed events and activities. Serves on various committees and councils to optimize viewpoints related to military life. May serve as command representative for the command representative program and makes contacts with commands in accordance with guidelines established by the FFSC Director.Facilitates and conducts program components related to the separating of military members and/or family members following a full or partial military
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career. This includes coordinating presence of Department of Labor, Department of Veterans Affairs, Small Business Administration who conduct a variety of training in support of the Veterans Opportunity to Work Act and other legislation, Transition Assistance programs and various other Navy-related initiatives designed to prepare Service Members for success in civilian life. Provides and coordinates access to an array of workshops, programs, services, and support to meet the identified needs of separating service members and their families when applicable on various topics to include but not limited to relocation assistance; personal financial management; education counseling and guidance to include choosing a degree program, college intuition, funding options as well as higher education admissions assistance; employment opportunities and support, including career coaching and planning, resume writing, interview preparedness, and job search strategies; identifying transition benefits for which they may be eligible; military and civilian social service resources; and non-medical individual and family counseling.
Relocation Services: Establishes, develops, implements, monitors and coordinates WFL services and activities to include information and referral (I&R) services. Refers customers, as appropriate, for specialized assistance. Compiles and updates for inclusion in the welcome packet, information on community characteristics and services, spouse employment opportunities, special education, housing, medical facilities, utilities, taxes, local laws, and other unique information related to the particular location. Develops newcomer orientation providing extensive information on installations and civilian community resources and services. Refers customers who encounter stress of cultural adaptation and disruption of social and family ties. Identifies and addresses the individual adjustment needs providing counseling referrals when appropriate.
Bachelor's degree or higher: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position (such as a business-related field).
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Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
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Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
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Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
The Department of Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should call 011-39-081-568-5612 or e-mail their request to NAFPersonnel@eu.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews
The following documents are required at the time of application:
NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and 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 09/30/2024 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12552414It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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