Family Advocacy Program Assistant Job in Kitsap County, WA

Vacancy No. 26-12977944 Department Commander, Navy Installations Command
Salary $69,373.00 to $80,938.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/4/2026 Close Date 6/30/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Kitsap County, WA


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 N91. 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

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive administrative support for the Family Advocacy Program. This includes providing administrative support to assist with the overall case management of domestic abuse and child abuse/neglect allegations at the installation.

Incident Determination Committee Meeting Duties and Responsibilities:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Assists FAP Case Manager with uploading required IDC documents to the client record in accordance with applicable policies and certification standards. Ensures accuracy in non-native documents uploaded into record system to protect client privacy.
  • 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.
Clinical Case Staff Meeting Duties and Responsibilities:
  • 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. General Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides administrative support to the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), to include meeting preparation and administrative notification and documentation requirements.
  • Conducts standardized record keeping and performs quality assurance in accordance with established accreditation standards for specific administrative requirements.
  • Performs data entry for various program services database.
  • Records comprehensive meeting minutes.
  • Schedules the Family Advocacy Committee (FAC) quarterly meetings and sends notification to FAC members, prepares agenda and meeting space, at the direction of FAR or Clinical Supervisor.
  • Reserves meeting space for FAP program responsibilities to include IDC, CCSM, FAC, and treatment group or class 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).
  • Prepares resource binders, maintaining logs, minutes, appointment letters, and agendas as required, per Navy Certification Standards.
  • Revamps forms, updates templates as appropriate/requested, and assists with creating tracking systems for data purposes for the FAP. As authorized, assists FAR with preparing monthly reports for quality assurance reviews and in response to regional and headquarters level taskers.
  • Supports site outreach activities by maintaining resources and may accompany other FAP staff on outreach activities as appropriate. Supports FAP staff with awareness month activities, as directed.
  • Maintains running log of office supplies and resources needed to support the FAP, in coordination with the FAR.
  • Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards.

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
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 security clearance.
  • Hours of duty may vary depending on mission needs and may require some evenings and weekends.

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.

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.

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:

  • Résumé
  • 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 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

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. When building or uploading your resume, please note there is a two-page limit. The system will restrict any attempts to submit a longer document.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/30/2026 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/12977944It 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
Email
cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil
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.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.

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Fleet and Family Service Center recognizes being in the military presents unique challenges and opportunities for service members and their families.

The Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) promotes self-reliance and resiliency to strengthen the military and its family members, support mission readiness, assists commanders in planning for and responding to family readiness needs, and outreach partnerships. FFSP aims to deliver the best services at the right time and in the right place. Our programs promote self-reliance and family resilience for active duty, activated reservists, retirees, and family members.

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO
Email
cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil
Address
NAVBASE Kitsap Bremerton
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US

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