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Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Clarification from the agency

Current CNIC employees only

Duties

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Provides administrative and/or technical supervision (including hiring, discipline, evaluation, and training) for NAF HR Retirement Section.
Conducts and administers CNIC NAF Retirement Program and provides policy guidance to CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff on matters related to CNIC NAF Defined Benefit/Retirement and Defined Contribution/401(k) Plans and portability of benefits to employees transferring between DOD appropriated fund (APF) and NAF employment systems.
Works with employees on complex retirement program situations, such as combining federal service that has been credited under various and dissimilar programs.
Counsels employees who have qualified for retirement benefits under two or more programs, such as military retirement and Social Security and federal civilian programs.
Responds to complex retirement questions by researching entitlements, interpreting and explaining laws, rules, and regulations.
Counsels' employees to help them obtain the maximum level of benefits (e.g., credit for military and prior government service, making service credit payment, etc.)
Prepares estimates on routine and complex cases (e.g., hard to prove medical cases, etc.) for voluntary, disability, and discontinue service retirement; and employee deposits and re-deposits.
Ensures HQ Retirement Specialists are provided with sufficient advice and guidance to allow performance of all required duties related to retirement program administration.
Evaluates overall effectiveness of the CNIC NAF Retirement Program, including the NAF retirement database, to recommend improvements, correct deficiencies, and make necessary changes.
Oversees reconciliation of retirement contributions, enrollment information, and third-party payment of the retirement benefit.
Evaluates the effectiveness and accuracy of the retirement calculator and evaluates, maintains, and implements internal control procedures for retirement calculator inputs (e.g., service time, payroll data, contribution history, enrollment information).
Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF HR policies. Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF HR staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics.
Develops and presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers.
Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

Four or more years of specialized HR experience in applying a wide range of federal HR theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments in the areas of defined benefits plan, defined contribution and portability as it relates to retirement.
Comprehensive knowledge of benefits administration to provide expert advisory services and/or authoritative policy interpretations on complex, controversial or precedent-setting retirement issues.
Extensive knowledge of HR laws; and Office of Personnel Management (OPM), DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), CNIC, and various federal government HR policies, regulations, and procedures related to retirement.
Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations.
Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
Mastery of and skill in applying advance CNIC HQ HR's principles concepts, practices, laws and regulations in retirement and entitlements.
Skill and ability to gather, analyze, evaluate and interpret information to arrive at an option or decision.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
Ability to design and conduct comprehensive HR studies/evaluations that are extremely broad and difficult to identify/propose solutions to retirement related concerns and issues that are enterprise-wide in breadth, importance, and severity and previous studies/evaluations are frequently inadequate.
Ability and skill in consensus building, negotiation, coalition building, consensus building advocacy, and other non-adversarial problem solving approaches sufficient to resolve problems and advise management or to interact appropriately in highly charged emotional situations.
Ability to collaborate with and/or lead management in employing change process concepts and techniques by assessing program effectiveness and readiness for change, marketing program benefits awareness, and leading change initiatives.
Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to perform the full-range of supervisory duties.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. 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.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

How you will be evaluated

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, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume 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. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

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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 12/13/2023 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/12237613

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

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to 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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNIC NAF HRO

Email: mill_mwr_recruit.fct@navy.mil

Address: CNIC HQ
5720 Integrity Drive, Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Required Documents

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The following documents are required at the time of application:

Resume
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
If claiming Education for consideration: provide a copy of your college transcript(s)

Note: All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date (if applicable), and the field of study (major). Altered transcripts will not be accepted.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

How to Apply

Help

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 12/13/2023 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/12237613

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

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to 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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNIC NAF HRO

Email: mill_mwr_recruit.fct@navy.mil

Address: CNIC HQ
5720 Integrity Drive, Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.