Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
Personal Financial Readiness Specialist
Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Summary
This position is assigned to Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), Fleet and Family Readiness Department (N9), Family Readiness Division (N91), Work and Family Life Branch (N911). Incumbent serves as the primary resource or as part of the team for the local installation Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Personal Financial Management (PFM) Program for Naval Base San Diego. Duties
Applicants should provide sufficient experience and education to perform the duties. Resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge and abilities. Support all FFSC 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 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. Utilize 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 all 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 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, at least quarterly, an area-wide personal financial management awareness forum or meeting to address current command issues, training on new developments, initiatives, or specific topics of interest, and answer questions CFSs may have. Conduct, at least semi-annually, an informational seminar 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. 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. 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. 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
This position requires incumbents to obtain and maintain an official passport. Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance. Must pass all applicable records and background check. Valid, state‑issued driver’s license is required. Qualifications
A qualified candidate possesses the following: Must have at least one (1) year specialized experience in providing professional personal financial management services. Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement. 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 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. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) by 2x. Get notified about new Financial Professional jobs in
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Personal Financial Readiness Specialist
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Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Summary
This position is assigned to Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), Fleet and Family Readiness Department (N9), Family Readiness Division (N91), Work and Family Life Branch (N911). Incumbent serves as the primary resource or as part of the team for the local installation Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Personal Financial Management (PFM) Program for Naval Base San Diego. Duties
Applicants should provide sufficient experience and education to perform the duties. Resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge and abilities. Support all FFSC 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 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. Utilize 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 all 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 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, at least quarterly, an area-wide personal financial management awareness forum or meeting to address current command issues, training on new developments, initiatives, or specific topics of interest, and answer questions CFSs may have. Conduct, at least semi-annually, an informational seminar 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. 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. 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. 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
This position requires incumbents to obtain and maintain an official passport. Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance. Must pass all applicable records and background check. Valid, state‑issued driver’s license is required. Qualifications
A qualified candidate possesses the following: Must have at least one (1) year specialized experience in providing professional personal financial management services. Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement. 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 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. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) by 2x. Get notified about new Financial Professional jobs in
San Diego, CA . Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Sales
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