Commercial Sponsorship Coordinator Job

Vacancy No. 25-12589410 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/23/2024 Close Date 10/29/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DCMillington, TN


Summary

This position is assigned to the Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Marketing and Communications Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services, Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent is assigned to CNIC Headquarters (HQ) responsible for the total Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising Sales Program for CNIC's Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) organization.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Must be willing to relocate to be within a 50-mile radius of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South Millington, TN or Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC.

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:

  • Coordinates and manages the Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising Sales Program to include, but not limited to, develops strategy; sells print and digital marketing packages; matches target population and events with potential sponsors; determines opportunities for sponsors and advertisers; develops proposal packages; solicits sponsorships and oversees selection of sponsors, sponsorship agreements, advertising sales agreements; and promotes supports of the program. Maintains accounting/record keeping, evaluates events and initiates follow-up communication with sponsors.
  • Develops proposal packages, negotiates best terms for CNIC FFR, initiates contracts, ensures necessary legal reviews are completed, and obtains required signatures. Ensures the contractual "quid pro quo" is fulfilled through execution of considerations and completion of evaluation/follow-up reports.
  • Develops training and educational materials on event marketing and commercial sponsorship for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) departments. Serves as CNIC FFR's expert on sponsorship and advertising regulations, policies, procedures, and/or practices.
  • Provides visibility for CNIC FFR and disseminates information by making presentations to individuals or groups regarding CNIC FFR facilities, services, programs available for commercial sponsorships, and/or ability to prospect to build and maintain sales leads.
  • Establishes and maintains continuous liaison with regional commercial sponsorship managers, recreation program managers, key staff personnel, installations, and/or groups to gather information pertinent to FFR programs, services, and/or events in an effort to solicit sponsorship and participation.
  • Establishes and maintains liaison with existing and potential sponsors and advertising buyers, community businesses, corporate contacts, community service clubs, and/or military support groups to gather information pertinent to soliciting sponsorship and participation.
  • Serves as branch representative on special event planning committees. Conducts special meetings with staff members to ensure deadlines, sponsorship and advertising fulfillment, equipment, materials, and/or departmental commitments are being met for each event.
  • Develops and implements event promotional plans including initiation of graphic work orders, advertising placement, and management of in-kind advertising, development of news releases, and distribution of publicity materials.
  • Prepares Purchase Order and Contract requests in compliance with accounting standards for required purchases.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must be willing to relocate to be within a 50-mile radius of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South, Millington, TN or Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC.

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 must possess at least one of the following:
  • A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relative field of study.
  • Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D in a relative field of study.
  • Three years of specialized experience implementing sponsorship and advertising regulations, policies, procedures or practices.
  • A combination of education and specialized experience.
A qualified candidate also possess at least one of the following:
  • Knowledge of CNIC (or similar) organizational structure and mission(s).
  • Knowledge of the fundamental principles and techniques involved in the operational management of a program.
  • Knowledge of and skill in working with a Commercial Sponsorship program.
  • Knowledge of digital platforms.
  • Knowledge of military programs.
  • Skill in organizing and planning events.
  • Skill with digital sales.
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Ability to understand, adhere to, and/or explain complex regulations, instructions and directives as related to Commercial Sponsorship/Advertising and CNIC FFR program management.
  • Ability to develop customized presentations, deliver to, and address groups.
  • Ability to evaluate the adequacy of programs and to make recommendations for improvement or correction.
  • Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports.
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to solicit commercial sponsorship, negotiate agreements, and prepare after-action reports.

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.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training: if applicable, 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 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 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 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 10/29/2024 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/12589410

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 usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-usastaffing@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNIC NAF HRO
Address
CNIC HQ
5720 Integrity Drive, Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
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.