Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary The incumbent of this position serves as the Fleet and Family Support Center Personal Financial Manager for NAS Whiting Field. The primary purpose of this position is to provide financial education, counseling and information & referral services to assist clients with personal financial readiness, money management, debt liquidation, and consumer affairs. Responsibilities Responsible for planning, organizing and developing new PFM Curriculum. Responsible for personal financial one-on-one consultation, information and referral, classroom training, workshops and seminars in support of the education and training component of the Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) programs and services. Responsible for assisting clients with personal financial readiness, money management, debt liquidations, and consumer affairs. Refers as necessary to Legal, Navy & Marine Corps Relief Society and other helping agencies. Provides individualized counseling services to military beneficiaries and their families which includes advice and assistance in such areas as clarifying needs in order of their priority, identifying immediate and long range measures to increase income, reduce household expenditures, avoid additional financial burdens; developing improved financial record-keeping, a personal budget and a financial plan to achieve solvency and stability; and fostering a recognition of the legal implications of indebtedness and recommending legal assistance if warranted. Assists military (E-6 and above) Command Financial Specialist's in counseling involving complex cases. Incumbent reviews policy directives, instructions, and plans issued by higher management, establishing broad guidelines and/or recommended functional coverage of marketing programs. Plans and coordinates the details of recurring and non­recurring activities, special events, and joint community undertakings so as to make maximum use of resources, consistent with the mission and with the principles of resource development, improvement, and management. Plans, develops, and provides program publicity through organized methods of newsletters, bulletins, and newspaper articles designed to reach and attract all eligible beneficiaries. Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing financial management programs from the standpoint of participant response, resources, unforeseen developments, and program objectives. Adapts and varies program activities accordingly. Attends conferences, meetings, and planning sessions with other activity or department representatives to obtain and exchange information. Provides advisory services to the Director and program managers on matters relating to the above discussions. Maintains records and ensures privacy and confidentiality of all records and information regarding PFM counseling is maintained. Collects, updates, and disseminates up-to-date consumer information. Supports Command, military and family members with contingency planning assistance to include crisis intervention in the event of a large-scale incident or disaster and information on community emergency support agencies such as the Red Cross. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Must have at least 3 years specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in business, education or related field OR a combination of education and experience which included at minimum 2 years of experience as a Personal Financial Management Counselor. National Certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor OR ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment. (Will be removed from position if certification is not obtained) Must fulfill security/criminal history background check requirements. Must have the ability to make favorable personal contacts with all levels of personnel of policy making commands with a large number of high-ranking officer and enlisted personnel. Knowledge of the formulation and execution of needs assessment tools Knowledge of the military and the challenges of the military lifestyle Skilled in one-on-one consultation and training Skilled in providing group facilitation and knowledge of group dynamics. Knowledge of the tenets of adult education and the develop­ment of training curricula based on the adult learning model. Knowledge encompassing a wide range of financial areas, specifically those affecting the military and their families. Ability to work productively with Command Financial Specialist Knowledge of the personal financial management issues facing service members and their families and the ability to support them with individual assistance or through training in seminars or workshops or through appropriated referral. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to use verbal and written communication skills Effectively. Ability to conduct program evaluations and use that evaluation to improve program effectiveness. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and demonstrated ability to use software to prepare management reports and provide management reports and provide information. Ability to travel, visit other activities, appraise different program elements, and to evaluate similarities and differences according to their respective missions as they relate to the PFM program. Ability to present initial ideas, plans, and programs for command approval. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to render decisions and react responsibly to various problems and/or situations that may occur, based on extensive knowledge of current and past policies and precedents relating to Fleet & Family Support programs. Ability as a positive leader to influence the action of others in obtaining participation and fulfillment of the financial needs of a very large body of many categories of personnel. Knowledge of the Department's functional operation and procedures You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. 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. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job. Education Bachelor's Degree in education or a combination of education and experience to serve as a personal financial management counselor. Must include transcripts in order to be given educational credit. National Certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor Preferred - Must have or obtain within one (1) year of hire Receives continuing education on personal financial management on an annual basis and maintain professional certification, once acquired Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to: Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.). Stability of Federal Civilian Service People with passion for doing work that matters Quality of Work Life Balance Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- 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. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of 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. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to MILLCNICNAF_EEO@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.