This position is located at NSA-Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department. The purpose of the position is to assist the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director with the oversight of financial management, contract administration, budget and internal controls, maintenance of accounting records, preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial statement, budget formulation, analysis and management controls.
This position is located at NSA-Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department. The purpose of the position is to assist the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Director with the oversight of financial management, contract administration, budget and internal controls, maintenance of accounting records, preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial statement, budget formulation, analysis and management controls.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Advises and assists in planning, organizing and interpreting financial results for the integrated financial management. Responsible for ensuring that the appropriate fund reimbursable to MWR non-appropriated funds is in accordance with policies and higher authority instructions i.e. Uniform Funding Management (UFM) practices. Performs a variety of technical work involved in the study, analysis, evaluation, development or improvement of financial and managerial policies, practices, methods and procedures. Responsible for coordination and preparation of annual budget submissions, special projects requests, OPN and OMN equipment call items, unfunded justification requests, grants, etc., for the continued operation of the MWR program.
Provides related management advice and guidance on MWR administration, purchasing, contracting, accounting and financial stability to the MWR Director as well as activity and program managers. Conducts detailed financial forecast reviews and other related studies designed to improve the effectiveness of management support functions. Presents briefs on plans, goals and achievements.
Evaluates a wide variety of financial, clerical, technical and professional programs and operations which require new or substantially modified work methods, procedures, systems, structures, etc., due to mission and function changes, regulatory directives, resource guidance, technological advances, efficiency proposals, and similar changes. Develops and presents resulting proposals to improve productivity, efficiency, costs, and effectiveness, which represent significant departures from established work practices, methods, processes or procedures. Prepares and briefs analytical findings, recommendations and program management as necessary.
Participates in or conducts management and position surveys which typically encompass major segments of MWR operations. Applies various management analysis techniques such as financial analysis, organizational analysis, work methods, standards evaluation, record management, procedural and statistical analysis when conducting studies or reviews of staffing standards, space distribution, and position structures to develop work management criteria, evaluate the validity and practicability of work methods and standards, evaluate impact of higher headquarters requirements on program operations and/or structures and to develop data to support the most efficient organization. Prepares preliminary reports recommending more economical and efficient alternatives, briefs program analyst of results, and finalizes reports.
Routinely examines the use of petty cash funds with the goal of minimizing them wherever possible without adversely effecting customer service. Review checks for payment of services and goods in accordance with standard accounting procedures, as well as ensuring compliance with guidelines established by higher authority. Prepares monthly and quarterly reports, as required by law or regulation (i.e. month-end inventory documents, Credit Card processing).
Supervises two full-time Administrative Assistants, NF-03 and one full-time Cashier, NF-02. Plans work, sets, priorities and schedules work as necessary to assure effective and expeditious accomplishment of priority work without adverse affect on regular and recurring work. Assigns work to subordinates based on employee's capabilities, priorities and difficulty. Develops performance standards and evaluates employee performance. Provides technical and administrative oversight, advice and instruction. Interview candidates and recommends hiring, promotion, etc. Hears and resolves employee complaints, referring series complaints lacking resolution to higher level supervision. Takes disciplinary measures such as counseling and reprimands and recommends more serious disciplinary measure to higher supervision. Identifies and arranges for employee developmental and training requirements.
Incumbent has a continuing responsibility to actively support and promote all aspects of the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Affirmative Action Plan as directed by applicable laws and regulations and to communicate this support to employees. All employees will be assured of receiving equal consideration in determining qualifications, selections, promotion, training, details, discipline and awards of employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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 must possess:
Knowledge of the APF and NAF budgetary policies, procedures, goals, objectives, regulations and guidelines, to formulate, justify, and monitor the execution of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) budget.
Knowledge of authorized services of funding, i.e., appropriated funds and non-appropriated funds is required to provide advice and guidance on the use of funds and budgetary alternatives affecting the organization's revenue and cost objectives.
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of the MWR operating programs and their interrelationships with one another. Broad knowledge of government and commercial accounting rules and regulations.
Extensive knowledge of business management principles, practices and techniques required to provide financial, operational, and managerial assistance to MWR business activities.
Ability to develop, analyze, interpret, and adjust short and long-range financial plans and policies to accomplish budgeted initiatives. Involves budget projections and preparation, cost-benefit analysis, cash flow analysis, financial statement, and budget to actual analysis.
Skill in developing and implementing written and oral strategies for presentation of budget in a clear, convincing, and concise manner.
Ability to apply a high level of sound, independent judgment in the resolution of resource problems and in the administration of a financial management program.
Skill to review and analyze technical complex budgetary guidance, policy or regulations and develop and communicate local policy, plans, and objectives.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, not only with subordinate staff, but with all levels of key management officials, requiring the exercise of tact, ingenuity, and resourcefulness.
Knowledge of basic supervisory/management principles, practices, procedures and regulations.
Ability to lead, supervise, motivate and counsel employees.
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
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.
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.
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.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
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 July 12, 2025 to receive consideration.
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To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12757172
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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.
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.
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