Employee Experience Specialist Job in Kitsap County, WA

Vacancy No. 25-12790736 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $50,000.00 to $70,000.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/28/2025 Close Date 9/8/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Kitsap County, WA


Summary

This position is located in the Fleet and Family Readiness Program in Kitsap County, WA. The position is designed to create and manage a new employee experience program for the Navy Region NW. This role involves overseeing all aspects of employee integration, from initial onboarding to ongoing engagement, with a focus on enhancing employee satisfaction and retention. Position is pivotal in establishing an effective employee experience program within the Fleet & Family Readiness (FFR) framework.

Duties

  • Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees, coordinating installation tours, meeting key personnel and introductions to systems, facilities and resources.
  • Periodically follows up with employees during their first year of employment to ensure a smooth transition into their role and promote a consistent employee experience.
  • Integrate multiple offices, functions and teams within the organization contributing to the development of employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Conduct surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one conversations to gather feedback and insights from employees, and use data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Establish effective communication channels to keep employees informed about company updates, policies, and events. Encourage open and transparent feedback mechanisms.
  • Identify areas for improvement and propose solutions to enhance the employee experience and overall offer/onboarding process.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth by ensuring successful participation in professional development programs that align with the career goals of employees.
  • Prepares correspondence, briefing slides and/or presentation.
  • Develop and present subject-area specific training to both internal and external customers.
  • Prepare and analyze functional area specific reports.
  • Analyze trends throughout the onboarding process and use information to improve the overall employee experience and identify potential areas for organizational improvement.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
  • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • 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.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of effective onboarding elements, strategies and practices.
  • Knowledge of employee engagement principles and strategies.
  • Knowledge of customer service and customer support principles and methods to participate in the planning and delivery of a full range of customer support services.
  • Knowledge of CNIC's organizational structure, functions, and mission.
  • Knowledge of FFR mission, functions, policies and procedures, mission requirements, program goals and objectives.
  • Knowledge of business, military and government protocol; safety and security with regard to written and verbal correspondence.
  • Skill in facilitating the onboarding process sufficient to integrate new employees, and introduce CNIC/FFR/Installation culture and operations.
  • Skill in applying fact-finding techniques.
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Skill in providing customer service, responding timely to customer needs, and demonstrating attentiveness and courtesy.
  • Skill in prioritizing, organizing, and multitasking.
  • Ability to coordinate schedules, tours, and meetings with multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to analyze data and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Ability to recognize when to escalate issues to supervisor.
  • Ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to 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 communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional information

Incumbent reports to the supervisor designated by the Region N9 with additional guidance provided by CNIC FFR N92. Direct supervision is limited to broad assignment and brief instructions. Guidance from CNIC FFR N92 is provided to standardize processes across FFR. Incumbent is expected to complete assigned duties independently although the supervisor or CNIC FFR N92 is available to give advice and guidance.

Incumbent must creatively adapt standard instructional systems and performance improvement models, integrate widely varying procedures and methods, and generate new techniques to solve specific and changing instructional or performance problems within the human and financial resources of FFR.

Work is primarily sedentary although some physical exertion is involved, such as bending, stooping, lifting and periods of standing or setting up for and conducting training courses and visiting facilities to monitor progress. Work may occasionally include moving heavy boxes of training materials, up to 45 lbs.The incumbent will be expected to travel to meet with employees at all installations within Naval Base Kitsap.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

This vacancy may be used to fill future vacancies for up to 3 months following the closure of the announcement.


Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Résumé
  • Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • 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

Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRNW Installations. This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive:

  • Vendors

  • Dependents aged 18 and older

  • Service Providers

  • Veterans with service-connected disabilities

  • Contractors

  • Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder)

  • Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share)

  • Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters

  • Au Pairs, Child Care Providers

What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access? If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following:

  • U.S. passport or passport card

  • Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card)

  • Permanent resident card (Green Card)

  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

  • Enhanced Driver's License (EDL)

  • Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security

How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license? To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents:

  • Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport)

  • Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card)

  • Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)

NOTE: The specific requirements for Washington State are provided at the following website: https://realidwa.com/ .

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 09/08/2025 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/11663648 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=ApplicantTo 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

NRNW NAF HRO
Address
NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
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.

f 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


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