This position is assigned to Work and Family Life Branch (N911); Family Readiness Division (N91). Commander, Navy Command (CNIC) region CNREURAFCENT, Naval Station Rota. Incumbent serves as an Installation Work and Family Life (WFL) Specialist providing education, training, and consultation designed to improve individual and family functioning, build life skills, and foster resiliency. The position plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates education and outreach for WFL Programs.
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
United States Citizens Worldwide, including US Citizens in the local commuting area that are current, permanent NAF/APF employees, family members of active-duty military members, or family members of DoD civilians. You must provide ALL required documents to be eligible. Please see "Required Documents" section.
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:
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 possesses the following:
A qualified candidate possesses the following: * Knowledge of the Navy organization, mission, lifestyle, language, customs, and culture and skill in applying analytical methods and techniques to evaluate the customer base and identify WFL needs, trends and performance measures and to evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for process improvements. * Knowledge of Family Readiness and its mission and programs and practical knowledge of education and training delivery methods, practices, processes, and techniques to collaborate with staff on implementing QOL and WFL trainings and workshops. * 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. * Knowledge of and skill in applying professional verbal and written communication methods and techniques to network and collaborate with diverse groups, organizations, military services, and civilian agencies; deliver WFL evidence-based training/education to various audiences; compose clear, concise, and effective reports and documents; and establish and maintain professional relationships with management, staff, and personnel at multiple echelons. * Skill in conducting client interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns and issues, to assist with the development of client goals and plans, and to determine appropriate referral services and options to meet client needs. * Skill in using various computer software databases, spreadsheet, and word processing programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to maintain automated files, references, and instructions; distribute information and develop marketing materials.
If qualifying all of in part based on education, proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application in order to be considered.
Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree; or three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a degree appropriate to the position.
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Three (3) years of progressively responsible specialized experience in planning, managing, coordinating and/or implementing outreach for Personal and Family Life Readiness or Quality of Life Programs, such as Life Skills Education, Deployment Support, Personal Financial Management, Relocation Assistance, Transition Assistance, Employment Assistance, Family Emergency Response, Ombudsman Program, and Exceptional Family Member Program
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A combination of education and progressively responsible specialized experience that provided knowledge equivalent to a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.
This position is located at Naval Station Rota (Spain). If selected, relocation to the local commuting area (50 miles) is required.
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.
Applicants recruited from the United States are entitled to a tax-free Post Allowance (PA) and Living Quarters Allowance (LQA). In addition, incumbents are authorized use of the Navy Exchange, Defense Commissary and MWR programs. Additional information will be provided upon selection.
This position may be required to travel worldwide, requiring the incumbent to obtain applicable vaccinations per DoW requirements.
This position requires the incumbent to successfully complete a Command Financial Specialist Train-the-Trainer course or equivalent training through a CNIC approved entity within 12 months of assignment unless already current in accordance with OPNAVINST, United States Navy Personal Financial Management Program.
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.
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.
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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.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
Note:
Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
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). Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
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 09/23/2026 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/13054778
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 [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.
CNRE NAF HRO Phone 081-568-2838 Email usn.naples.cnr-eurafcentnpl-it.mbx.n9-naf-human-resources@us.navy.mil Address NAVSTA Rota
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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.
Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Rota, Spain No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses IAW agency policies and procedures. Salary $63,795 - $82,938 per year Plus Non-Taxable Post Allowance \& Living Quarters Allowance (if eligible).
Pay scale \& grade NF 4 Promotion potential None Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series * 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Secret Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number 26-13054778 Control number 885045500
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