This position is located at Fleet and Family Support Programs (FFSP), Joint Region Marianas (JRM), Guam. The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs.
***Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses/Incentives may be negotiable in accordance with agency policy.***
This position is located at Fleet and Family Support Programs (FFSP), Joint Region Marianas (JRM), Guam. The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs.
***Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses/Incentives may be negotiable in accordance with agency policy.***
PLUS COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE (COLA)/MAY OR MAY NOT BE ENTITLED TO NON-FOREIGN POST DIFFERENTIAL (NFPD)
Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below.
Serves as principal advisor to the Warfighter and Family Readiness Director (J9) on human service matters; develops and implements family and
service member programs related to readiness and retention in the area of responsibility (AOR). Ensures the appropriate implementation of Navy
policies and priorities to include the provisions and intent of new and emerging programs. Provides consultation and program/policy expertise to
commanding officers, region program managers, regional Navy FFSPs, Navy Personnel Command, and DoD family support program staff.
Coordinates all regional FFSP programs with regional installation agencies and maintains close and continuous contact with leaders of military
resource agencies. Intent of these contacts is to promote sound planning principles and develop a coordinated community services program. Ensures FFSP staff is prepared to meet crisis situations such as ship or plane accidents or other incidents resulting in death and injury by establishing a comprehensive plan, which includes coordinated services with available resources. Ensures Appropriated Funds are available to meet all contractual obligations and initiates contract modifications as required. Serves as focal point for groups addressing military family and service member's quality of life (QOL) issues; develops plans of action for approval or implements group decisions, as appropriate. Carries out research into issues that may result in precedent decisions and/or require proposals to change regulations. Serves as the Regional Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (RSARC). Ensures sexual assault case data is uploaded into appropriate Department of Defense (DoD) information systems and ensures victim care with appropriate referral agencies. Validates installation SARC programs with compliance with OPNAVINST 1752.1C, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
Develops regional Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) and maintains formal agreements and relationships with a variety of military and community
agencies. Establishes informal working relationships with regional agencies for the purpose of establishing, delivering and promoting programs.
Identifies family and single service member issues, trends, needs, and program priorities through methods consistent with continuous improvement
principles. Identifies problems that require solutions and determines appropriate problem-solving methods and resources needed. Uses formal and
informal needs assessment to ensure that long-term proactive/reactive programs and services are available regionally. Resolves problems of overlap, duplication or conflict. Researches and develops position papers and instructions related to the impact of FFSP programs and services in the region. Ensures the FFSP meets all accreditation standards; documents shortfalls and action plans for the FFSP to comply with standards. Manages regional budget including direct Base Operating Support (BOS) funding plus reimbursable funds provided by DoD and Department of Navy (DON) for specific programs and services. Determines goals and objectives, determines best solution for budget shortages and plans for long-range resource requirements. Through the media, correspondence, personal visits and telephone contacts, maintains liaison with professional, municipal, special districts, state and federal agency representatives predominantly involved in coordination of military social service program initiatives or partnerships. Initiates new regional policy or modifications to existing policy for varied FFSP programs. Reviews policy directives from higher authority and evaluates them for changes required for regional program management. Acts as the principal Navy representative and directly participates in national and regional QOL program policy development through DoD, DON, federal, and state agencies. Oversees the implementation of FAP related policies, procedures and programs. Identifies trends and incident rates of child and spouse abuse. Assumes and carries out a comprehensive, effective leadership role as the senior Navy official within the region who coordinates FFSP matters, marketing, and public affairs. Ensures consistent positions, agreements, and responses to federal, state, and local agencies within the region. Coordinates closely with state agencies, i.e., Child Protective Service, Department of Health and Human Services, regional command and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). May act as the spokesperson for the FFSP Programs in coordination with the Regional Public Affairs Officer. Represents the Navy and regional Navy commands in conferences involving local, state, federal agencies and tax supported private agencies having interface and cooperative interests in matters impacting the Navy.
A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.
In order to qualify for this position, 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. 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 (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/). Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. 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.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Any experience, education, or other qualification presented on your application and/or resume is subject to evaluation and verification. Submissions are reviewed to determine if applicants meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements and to determine the level of KSAs related to the job requirements. Best qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager in accordance with Military Spouse and Veteran Preference policies where applicable. If your application and/or resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible. The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews, which may also be subject to evaluation and verification.
A resume must be provided. It must include relevant work experience, start/end dates stated in month/year, # of hours worked per week, detailed description of duties, salary, applicable education (provide official transcripts), and your contact information. For current or previous Federal employees, it should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry. Your resume is the main resource used to assess your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to this position. You should be clear and specific when describing your work experience as it relates to this position.
For current or previous Federal employees, please attach a copy of your most recent personnel action or SF-50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location.
Please provide a copy of your official college transcript(s) which support those qualifications for which you wish to have considered.
Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education, personnel action or SF50, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission.
Military retirees, please submit your statement of service.
Documentation submitted for other/previous vacancies is not considered as part of this submission.
All resumes and documents required to prove eligibility MUST be submitted by the closing date on the announcement in order to be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure accuracy and completion of requirements upon submission. Failure to provide such documentation may prevent applicants from receiving full consideration for the position.
APPLICANTS CLAIMING HIRING PREFERENCE: Please ensure you complete and submit ALL required documents to claim preference at the time of resume submission. All forms to claim preference can be downloaded via our website at http://www.militarymwrguam.com/jobs.
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 Guam. 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:
-Complete and Submit MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) CLAIM FORM. Form may be downloaded from: Download MSP Form; AND
-Submit sponsor's PCS orders to Guam.
***If you are not indicated as a spouse on the PCS orders, you MUST submit proof of marriage prior to PCS to Guam.
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:
-Complete and Submit VETERAN'S PREFERENCE WORKSHEET. Form may be downloaded from: Download Vet Preference Form; AND
-Submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy)
To claim Gold Star Veteran's preference, you MUST:
-Complete and submit completed SF-15, APPLICATION FOR 10-POINT VETERAN PREFERENCE. Form may be downloaded from: Download SF-15 Form; AND
-Submit a legible copy of DD-1300; AND
-Submit any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.).
Failure to provide all of the required information and/or documentation as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating/preference or may affect the overall rating/preference.
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 06/20/2025 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/12744074
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
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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.
Applicants may be contacted for an interview within 2-8 weeks of the announcement closing date.
Times may vary during the 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.
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