Summary

Navy Wounded Warrior - Safe Harbor (NWW-SH) is the Navy's sole organization for coordinating the non-medical care of seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors, Coast Guardsmen, their family members and caregivers. Through proactive leadership, we provide a lifetime of individually tailored assistance designed to optimize the success of our Shipmates' recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration activities. This position is assigned to Navy Region Southeast, on NAS Jacksonville.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Support

• Conducts program planning meetings with staff from the installations to consolidate, integrate, and coordinate efforts to enhance the service delivery to customers and to resolve problems of overlap, duplication or conflict.
• Selects and defines significant issues within overall workload, setting priorities and focusing attention on achieving results on subjects of most importance to the organization, commands and the government enterprise
• Analyzes type and scope of information and metrics required to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of program implementation.
• Interprets data and prepares narrative presentations, fact sheets, information papers, graphs and charts to provide basis for management decisions and program justification for Department of Navy (DON), Department of Defense (DoD) and Congressional testimony and inquiries.
• Coordinates all wounded warrior regional case management and ensures non-medical care managers recovery care and transition coordinators are adhering to the NWW-SH program instruction 1740.1 and higher directives and guidance. (Regional Program Director will validate and manage required bed-side travel throughout the entire geographical area of responsibility.)
• Monitors team productivity, identifies issues, root causes and develops any required resolution plans.
• Prepares all required Office of the Secretary of Defense, Warrior Care Policy regional metrics and program monthly reports for submission to both the regional N9 and the N95 Headquarters element.
• Serves on installation and community committees, boards and councils as a subject matter expert in the area of quality of life for military personnel and their families; represents FFSC at professional conferences or higher headquarters working groups.

Supervision

• Serves as direct supervisor of appropriated fund (APF), non-appropriated fund (NAF), and military employees.
• Provides oversight and quality assurance for the Functional Representative as Technical Advisor (TA) for contract personnel assigned.
• Motivates, guides and coordinates the work of professional staff and executes the full range of human resources responsibilities within established timelines and in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment to ensure compliance with fire, safety, health, sanitation and security regulations, and promptly addresses allegations of noncompliance.
• Ensures Equal Employment Opportunity principles are adhered to throughout the area of responsibility.
• Ensures continuing application of, and compliance with, applicable laws, regulations and policies governing prohibited personnel practices; promptly addresses allegations of prohibited discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
• Identifies employee training and development needs and provides or arranges training priorities to ensure staff has adequate training to accomplish mission.
• Applies sound position management principles to ensure efficient operation with adequate staffing and minimal gaps in coverage

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Work is primarily sedentary in nature, although fieldwork may be required.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

Three (3) years of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Three (3) years of experience and understanding of requirements and operations of DoD and/or DON Wounded Warrior initiatives, implementing congressionally and DoD mandated warrior and transition care requirements for military personnel and family members.
• Knowledge of advanced management and organizational principles and practices as well as a comprehensive knowledge of short and long range planning, programming, and budgeting regulations, guidelines and processes.
• Skill in utilizing qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness and the improvement of complex management processes and systems, which impact Navy or NWW-SH goals and objectives.
• Ability to utilize diverse methods requiring special planning, coordinating, analytical and administrative skills for delivering an array of human services intended to enhance the stability, resiliency and self-sufficiency of individuals and families.
• Ability to manage several major projects concurrently, each of which require multiple tasks across many different levels of the Navy (i.e., local commands, regions, and headquarters) and other government agencies.
• Knowledge of Federal, DoD, Secretary of the Navy, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations and CNIC goals, principles, functions, policies, procedures, laws and regulations governing Navy Fleet and Family Support Programs, including accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of DoD and Navy organizational structures, mission and family lifestyles.
• Knowledge of Navy social/human services delivery systems and concepts, principles and theories relating to one or more of the social or behavioral science fields.
• Knowledge of Navy contract Technical Assistant responsibilities.
• Ability to utilize exceptional communication and presentation skills, both oral and written, demonstrating proven ability to clearly and concisely prepare, present, discuss and defend issues, findings and recommendations.
• Knowledge of individual and group dynamics and motivation techniques.
• Skill in managing a diverse group to accomplish high profile Navy missions and programs.
• Ability to select and define significant issues within overall workload, setting priorities, and focusing attention on achieving results on subjects of most importance to the organization, the command, and the government.
• Ability to work effectively on a team displaying strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment on time sensitive issues.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to:

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.).
• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• People with passion for doing work that matters
• Quality of Work Life Balance

Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date.

The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILL_CNIC_NAF_EEO@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

• Benefits
  
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  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

A referral status does not guarantee an interview will be scheduled. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews based on resumes received. All candidates will be notified accordingly within 6 weeks of closing date.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  The following documents may or may not be required. Required documents will show a red asterisk during documentation upload.
  
  -Resume
  
  -Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume
  
  -Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
  
  -Proof of certification, if applicable to position requirements.
  
  -If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
  
  -If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.
  
  APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure your status is indicated in your USAJOBS account and ALL required documents to claim preference are submitted at the time of resume submission.
  
  WHAT ARE PREFERENCES? Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences:
  
  1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.
  
  To claim this preference, you MUST:
  
  -Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.
  
  2. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to the installation listed above. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions.
  
  To claim this preference, you MUST:
  
  -Submit sponsor's PCS orders to installation you are applying for; AND
  
  -If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS.
  
  3. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.
  
  To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST:
  
  -Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND
  
  -Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND
  
  -Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc)
  
  To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:
  
  -Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND
  
  -Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND
  
  -Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc).
  
  ***Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  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.
• How to Apply
  
  To begin the process, click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USA JOBS account.
  
  Application process is submitted through your USA JOBS account. Resumes/ Applications received other than by USA JOBS will be destroyed and will not be considered.
  
  It is the applicant's responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume.
  
  Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department.
  
  Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed.
  
  Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documentation or you will not be considered for the position. Failure to submit all the required documentation may result in not be considered for the position.
  
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/10/2024 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/12459823
  
  It 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.
  
  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. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Amanda Urmanic
  
  Email
  
  amanda.n.urmanic.naf@us.navy.mil
  
  Address
  
  NRSE Region NAF HR Office
  
  Bldg 919 Langley Ave
  
  Jacksonville, FL 32212
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted by email for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 4-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that communication is performed via email if you do not read your email, provide an inaccurate email address and/ or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
• 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

The following documents may or may not be required. Required documents will show a red asterisk during documentation upload.

-Resume

-Include name and contact information for at least three (3) professional references in your resume

-Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.

-Proof of certification, if applicable to position requirements.

-If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.

-If you are a current federal employee, submit your last three evaluations.

APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure your status is indicated in your USAJOBS account and ALL required documents to claim preference are submitted at the time of resume submission.

WHAT ARE PREFERENCES? Preferences are advantages in the candidate selection process. Individuals can claim the following preferences:

1. Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Qualifying separated employees shall have priority placement in the NAF activity from which they were separated as a result of a Business Based Action (BBA), when the position has substantially the same duties as the position from which they were separated and it is not a higher grade or employment category, provided the position is not being filled by an internal candidate.

To claim this preference, you MUST:

-Submit a copy of your BBA Separation Notification indicating eligibility for RPL.

2. Military Spouse Preference (MSP): Qualifying spouses eligible for MSP are spouses of an active duty military member of the U.S. Armed Forces, including members of the National Guard or Reserves on active duty. The marriage must have occurred before the military member received official permanent change of station (PCS) orders to the installation listed above. MSP is applicable only when applying for NAF positions at the NF-03 and below and equivalent craft and trade (CT) positions.

To claim this preference, you MUST:

-Submit sponsor's PCS orders to installation you are applying for; AND

-If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS.

3. Veteran's Preference/Gold Star Veteran's Preference: Qualifying military veterans, and spouses/parents of deceased veterans shall be given employment preference over non-preference applicants if they are equally qualified. Preference applicable for positions open to external candidates.

To claim Veteran's preference, you MUST:

-Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy); AND

-Submit completed SF15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND

-Submit any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc)

To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:

-Submit completed SF-15 from the Veterans Administration (VA); AND

-Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND

-Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc).

***Qualifying applicants with preferences are considered in the order listed above. Then all other qualifying applicants are considered.


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

To begin the process, click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USA JOBS account.

Application process is submitted through your USA JOBS account. Resumes/ Applications received other than by USA JOBS will be destroyed and will not be considered.

It is the applicant's responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume.

Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department.

Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed.

Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documentation or you will not be considered for the position. Failure to submit all the required documentation may result in not be considered for the position.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/10/2024 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/12459823

It 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.

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. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Agency contact information

Amanda Urmanic

Email

amanda.n.urmanic.naf@us.navy.mil

Address

NRSE Region NAF HR Office

Bldg 919 Langley Ave

Jacksonville, FL 32212

US

Next steps

All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted by email for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 4-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that communication is performed via email if you do not read your email, provide an inaccurate email address and/ or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Fair & 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