Regional Training Specialist Job in Naples, Italy

Vacancy No. EUR25-189 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 8/8/2025 Close Date 8/22/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Naples, Italy


Summary

This position is assigned to the Support Services Division (N94); Fleet and Family Readiness Programs (N9); Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (CNREURAFCENT); Naples, Italy. Incumbent serves as Training Specialist and responsible for a region-wide N9 training program for Family Readiness, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR), Child and Youth Programs (CYP), Galley, Housing, and Support Services.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Worldwide, including local U.S. Citizens that are 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or 2) Spouses of active duty military members; or 3) Family members of active duty military member; or 4) Family members of DoD civilians.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Works with other staff and/or subject matter experts to identify, acquire, and/or create, revise, design, and develop course content for face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid delivery methods including all instructional materials required to conduct, implement, and evaluate a course
  • Evaluates training, instruction, and learning. Plans approach, collects data, and analyzes results to evaluate the effectiveness of training products, training delivery, training administration, and Learning Management (LMS) operations.
  • Serves as a producer/host and/or facilitator for all types of virtual events and classes. Participates in recruiting, training, coaching, providing guidance, and certifying virtual producers and facilitators throughout CNIC. Produces and delivers/facilitates virtual instructor led trainings (vILT), webinars, and other online and hybridized delivery events including certification and train-the-trainer courses.
  • Serves as administrator for Learning Platforms such as Adobe Connect. Establishes users in the system, trains users, manages all associated user information, works with vendors, and provides data and reporting on the Learning Platform and its use/administration.
  • Serves as administrator for LMS. Updates LMS with current and relevant information including courses, registration, and management of users; assists users, provides technical assistance, and provides data and reporting on the LMS and its use/administration.
General duties include but are not limited to:
  • Provides administrative and training implementation support to staff members throughout the region as well as other customers.
  • Provides customer service support/assistance to internal and external customers.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Occasional travel of less than 20% may be required.
  • Position may be ad-hoc telework eligible.

Qualifications

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NF-04/GS-9 grade level. Specialized experience includes teaching or instructing in an adult education program, supervising or administering a training program, development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results, or work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis OR
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in education or a subject area related to the position or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR
A combination of graduate-level education and specialized experience, described above,to qualify at the NF-04/GS-11 level.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook; Knowledge of Navy Fleet and Family Readiness programs, issues, policies, procedures, regulations, and support functions
Skill in project management including analyzing, planning, organizing, and coordinating complex work assignments
Skill in working within a LMS environment and virtual learning platforms such as Adobe Connect and Microsoft Teams.
Ability to design and rapidly develop high-quality interactive e-learning, virtual instructor led training, classroom training, job aids, and/or other performance improvement solutions for adult students.
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

If qualifying based on education, a transcript MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration.

Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).

Additional information

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement may be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a Living Quarter Allowance (LQA), is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.

The Department of Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should call 011-39-081-568-5612 or e-mail their request to usn.naples.cnr-eurafcentnpl-it.mbx.n9-naf-human-resources@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

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

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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.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement.

Resumes will be rated based on the information provided 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.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume that includes relevant work experience with start/end dates stated in month/year, description of duties and salary, as well as any applicable education and contact information.
  • For current or previous Federal employees, the resume should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry.
  • Attach proof of education: transcripts, certifications, degree, etc.
  • If you are a current or previous Federal employees, attach a copy of your most recent SF-50 or agency notification of personnel action form that provides current position, grade level, and duty location.
  • If you are a veteran claiming Veterans Priority Consideration, attach your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, receipt of medals and campaign badges, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). The member 4 copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," is preferable.
If currently residing in local area, you must provide:
  • Claiming Family Member Preference? Attached a legible copy of sponsor's PCS orders.
  • Claiming Military Spouse Preference? Attach and legible copy of sponsor's orders.
  • Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number, expiration date.

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

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 08/22/2025 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/12777943It 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 NAFPERSONNEL@EU.NAVY.MIL to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRE NAF HRO
Address
Region NAF HRO / NSA Naples
PSC 817 Box 108
FPO, AE 09622-0108
US

Next steps

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