Personal Financial Readiness Specialist Job in Atsugi Naval Air Facility, Japan

Vacancy No. FFR24-0995 A Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $63,163.00 to $82,108.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/3/2025 Close Date 2/16/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Atsugi Naval Air Facility, Japan


Summary

This position serves as the Personal Financial Readiness Specialist for the Fleet and Family Support Center, Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo, Japan, and provides a broad range of financial services, including financial education and training, financial counseling, and information and referral services to help the Navy community meet their financial goals.

***ACCESS TO MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE IN JAPAN IS EXTREMELY LIMITED. Please see Additional Information section below.***

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Who May Apply: Applicants Worldwide

Duties

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Services (50%)

  • Support all Fleet and Family Support Programs by serving as the primary resource and subject matter expert for financial-related education and materials and support local commands and area command financial specialists by serving as the primary resource and subject matter expert in tailoring personal financial management information, materials, and education programs to the local area.
  • Develop and implement a program of direct counseling assistance to the total military family, providing financial literacy and education and training to individuals and groups on credit management, savings and investments, consumer affairs, debt liquidation, financial counseling, budget counseling, and other financial-related topics.
  • Handle and resolve complex client problems, utilizing outside agencies and contacts to assist clients with resolutions.
  • Utilize Personal Financial Readiness (PFR) course curricula to conduct training and prepare accompanying resource materials in accordance with the personal and professional training points across the military lifecycle, ensuring only CNIC approved financial educational content and material are used in training and counseling activities.
  • Provide nonbiased-financial counseling to military members, and upon request, to entitled military family members and other individuals.
  • Handle privacy and confidentiality of all personal identifiable information (PII) provided by the client or encountered during a counseling session in accordance with USN policy.
  • Offer military members, civilians, and their family members referrals to approved external or on-installation agencies for cases that exceed the scope of the PFM program, to ensure clients receive specialized assistance and support, as needed.
  • Conduct Command Financial Specialist (CFS) training.
  • Hold area-wide personal financial management awareness forums to address current command issues, training on new developments, initiatives, or specific topics of interest, and answer questions CFSs may have.
  • Conduct informational seminars for area command leaders to provide an introduction and overview of PFM Program services, assistance, and initiatives.
  • Support return and reunion (R&R) efforts underway and active Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) events, when necessary
Liaison (30%)
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for financial education and counseling services, connecting clients with appropriate resources within the Navy and in the broader community.
  • Liaison with financial institutions located on the installation to promote military and family member awareness and use of their personal financial management counseling and information services.
  • Assist military members with developing the financial portions of their family care plan and appropriate duty screenings.
  • Develop local networks to enhance program delivery.
  • Work with Staff Judge Advocate Legal Assistance in managing complex cases involving foreclosures, evictions, garnishment, and repossessions.
  • Coordinate and refer clients to authorized local agencies, DON counterparts, and client creditors.
  • Collaborate with and provide advice to command leadership and program personnel to leverage insights and coordinate financial readiness programs and services based on policy requirements and unique local area needs.
Program Administration & Evaluation (20%)
  • Conduct financial training and transition financial plan reviews for the Transition Assistance Program.
  • Maintain and update records, e.g., training attendees, training evaluations, etc., utilizing the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS) and applicable databases, in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Establish and maintain a library or resource center of current financial information and resources (e.g., bankruptcy laws and options, consumer protection laws, money management, etc.) and provide authorized physical or digital materials to service members.
  • Maintain local PFM Program certification standards IAW with CNIC FFSP certification standards. Attend DOD, DON, and CNIC financial training conferences, meetings, planning sessions, etc.
  • Disseminate pertinent financial management information within the local area via newsletters, emails, and/or social media to inform the local military community of programs and services.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and service delivery, based on local area needs, to ensure adherence to established policy, confidentiality, and quality assurance guidelines.
  • Participate in strategic planning, plan for short- and long-term projects (e.g., initiatives, community training, etc.), and utilize CNIC approved self-assessments, feedback from required quarterly personal financial awareness forums, and various measurement tools to identify trends and utilize resources required to meet organizational needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • The incumbent must obtain an Accredited Financial Counselor or other Nationally Accredited Financial Certification, within two years of assignment.
  • Must maintain Accredited Financial Counselor education requirement for the duration of employment.
  • Possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or a combination of education and experience that equips them to serve as a personal financial management counselor.
  • Submit an initial Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, and annually thereafter.
  • Complete a Command Financial Specialist Train the- Trainer course or equivalent training through a CNIC approved entity within 1 year of assignment unless already current in accordance with OPNAVINST, US Navy Personal Financial Management Program.
  • Required to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance of access for the duration of employment which includes a background investigation and credit check.
  • This position requires incumbents to obtain and maintain an official passport.
  • May require TDY or deployment to other sites to provide services during crisis and disasters as an extension of the FFSC mass care and crisis response program.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work overtime, including weekends or evenings, to meet work requirements.

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.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices covering personal
    financial management and planning, i.e., financial counseling, budget techniques, credit management, insurance, savings, investment, taxes, relocation, retirement planning, and consumer education, issues, advocacy, and complaint resolution to research, identify, analyze, and solve intense and complex financial problems and train individuals and groups on mandatory financial-related topics.
  • Skill in utilizing computer-based training platforms, technological tools, and software applications to deliver training materials, and conduct training and counseling sessions.
  • Skill in developing, planning, organizing, conducting, and facilitating formal educational instruction (e.g., workshops, briefings, trainings, etc.) to large groups on a wide range of financial and consumer awareness topics.
  • Skill in interviewing individuals to establish the nature of extreme financial concerns and issues, assisting in developing their financial goals and plans and determining appropriate referral services and options.
  • Knowledge of management practices and procedures for program development, analysis, planning, and
    evaluation to support military readiness, retention, and mission accomplishment for personal financial readiness.
  • Skill in using verbal and written communication methods and techniques and various computer software,
    spreadsheets, word processing, and network programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FFSC databases) to develop, analyze, evaluate, plan, organize, and clearly, concisely, and logically present facts; coordinate with various authorized civilian and military contacts to assist military members and civilian employees with resolving personal financial issues; and collaborate and network with military services and authorized civilian financial agencies on and off the installation.
  • Skill in collecting, evaluating, and disseminating information and assessing strengths, weaknesses, and needs of serviced population to establish program goals, objectives, and procedures.

Education

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university or other accredited institution of higher learning in a field such as personal finance; financial planning; financial counseling; consumer science; business administration/business management/business in finance with coursework in personal finance, financial planning, financial counseling, or equivalent; or in a major directly related to the position.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide professional personal financial management services. Education must include courses in a field described above, or related field.

**Must provide a copy of your College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.**

Additional information

  • Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses.
  • Return rights for current employees must be negotiated with the losing command. Candidates not associated with the Department of Defense are ineligible for return rights.
  • Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).
  • Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
  • Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
  • Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement will be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a housing allowance is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.
  • Compensation includes base pay, a Post Allowance which is a non-taxable (federal) allowance based on the Japanese yen exchange rate, and a Living Quarters Allowance sufficient to pay for a housing unit within close proximity of the Naval base. These and other benefits are available to those personnel hired on an overseas transportation agreement.
  • The Department of the Navy (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 ffr_nafrecruitment@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Applicants with minimum qualifications will have:

  • Three years' specialized experience in providing professional personal financial management services AND
  • One of the following
    • A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university or accredited institution of higher learning in a field such as personal finance; financial planning; financial counseling; consumer science; business administration/business management/business in finance with coursework in personal finance, financial planning financial counseling, or equivalent; or in a major directly related to the position OR
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide professional personal financial management services. Education must include courses in a field described above, or related field.

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC)
  • Experience with developing or implementing a program of direct counseling assistance to military members or their families, such as financial literacy, credit management, savings and investments, consumer affairs, debt liquidation, financial counseling, budget counseling, and financial related topics
  • Experience with assisting military members or their families with personal financial management counseling and information services
  • Experience with conducting financial training and financial plan reviews

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 degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • If applicable, proof of certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC)
  • 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 or Family Member Preference and/or Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian).
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 copy) 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 02/16/2025 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/12683404

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 MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.


Agency contact information

CNRJ NAF Human Resources
Address
Naval Air Facility Atsugi
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US

Next steps

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