FAP Administrative Assistant Job in Kitsap County, WA

Vacancy No. 24-12390454 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $49,400.00 to $57,635.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 4/17/2024 Close Date 5/7/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Kitsap County, WA


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

This position is assigned to the Family Readiness Division; Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) Section; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Naval Base Kitsap. CNIC is an Echelon II activity directly reporting to the Chief of Navy Operations (CNO). The mission of the FFSP is to provide information and referral, education and training, primary prevention, counseling and advocacy to facilitate achieving operational readiness and personal and family self-sufficiency.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Internal Candidates within the local commuting area

Duties

  • Provides administrative support to the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), to include meeting preparation and administrative notification and documentation requirements.
  • Assists Family Advocacy Representative (FAR) and/or Clinical Supervisor with coordinating Incident Determination Committee (IDC) meetings; develops meeting agenda based on monthly cases presented, and ensures correct and accurate client information presented to the IDC.
  • Assists FAR and/or FAP Case Manager with the administrative components of the Clinical Case Staff Meeting (CCSM); prepares agenda, minutes and subsequent letters to command and clients associated with FAP recommendations.
  • Notifies law enforcement, medical, legal and command IDC members of meeting location, times, and agenda.
  • Prepares notification letters to clients and commands, the minutes tracking form, and the IDC determination letters in accordance with applicable guidelines and requirements.
  • Operates decision tree algorithm to assist with adherence to the DoD maltreatment criteria. Attends IDC meeting where sensitive, emotionally charged information will be shared.
  • Tracks required training certificates and appointment letters for primary and alternative members of the IDC.
  • Prepares and sends notifications of annual training requirements for IDC members, Commanders, and others as required by policy.
  • Develops and maintains contact list for command and collateral IDC members to assist FAP case managers with timely notification to required personnel related to allegations of domestic abuse or child abuse/neglect.
  • Schedules the Family Advocacy Committee (FAC) quarterly meetings and sends notification to FAC members, prepares agenda and meeting space.
  • Assists with maintaining and organizing records of FAP trainings, Counseling Desk Guidance, and FFSP Certification Standards, in accordance with Regional and local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Supports site outreach activities by maintaining resources and may accompany other FAP staff on outreach activities.
  • Incumbent prepares correspondence, reports, and other documents, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and appropriate format in work prepared by self and others.
  • Must exercise continuous attention to the coordination among internal or external work units.
  • The immediate Supervisor directs work through subordinate supervisors who have varying functions, relationships, and customer responsibilities, which place significant demands on the Administrative Assistant position.
  • Maintains tickler system. Screens and priorities correspondence, electronic mail, and material prior to distribution for suspense dates, established controls, and follows up on responses.
  • Schedules meetings, appointments, and conferences in accordance with instructions from supervisor.
  • Prepares and distributes agenda and takes notes when directed.
  • Receives visitors and phone calls. Accurately determines nature of request and refers callers or visitors to appropriate staff.
  • Uses a variety of office automation software in support of the organization and mission requirements including but not limited to: Complete back up of files and database systems.
  • Uses database or spreadsheet software to accurately enter, revise, sort or calculate, and retrieve data for standard reports
  • Uses graphics software to provide briefs, charts, and graphs for viewgraphs or paper presentations
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment to include passing all applicable records and background check.
  • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer

Qualifications

  • At least two years' experience providing effective customer service in a social service setting, to include demonstrated experience in handling a high volume of requests.
  • Knowledge of the operations, regulations, and guidelines of the FAP sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
  • Knowledge of military organization, missions, life-styles, and situations, which can contribute to family stress, problems, and crisis-situations.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws and procedures, which govern the reporting of domestic violence, suspected child abuse/neglect and child sexual abuse.
  • Knowledge of and skill in English grammar and usage.
  • Knowledge of the Navy and DOD information systems used to document and account for non-medical counseling requirements and services provided.
  • Knowledge of and skill in the use of web-based applications to facilitate completion of work assignments.
  • Skill in the use a personal computer and a variety of software programs to facilitate work assignments.
  • Skill in preparing reports, letters, and memoranda detailing findings and recommendations from the FAP.
  • Skill in oral and written communication in order to prepare administrative forms and letters related to the FAP/IDC/CCSM and information to Commanders.
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Point, Outlook).
  • Ability to enter data accurately.
  • Ability to perform concurrent tasks, set priorities, coordinate completion within required deadlines and formulate plans of action and milestones for task accomplishments.
  • Ability to adapt to changing work conditions, frequent interruptions, and pressures of short deadlines.

Education

Administrative experience required, education in the social sciences is desirable.

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 Region Mid-Atlantic 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.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
  • 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 Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

How to Apply

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 05/07/2024 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/12390454

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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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

NRNW NAF HRO

Address

NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US
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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


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.