International Military Student Support Assistant

Bureau of Naval Personnel • Newport, RI

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About The Position

You will serve as an International Military Student Support Assistant in the International Programs Department of the Naval War College. You will be the primary point of contact for international military students and their families, supporting their administrative needs throughout their participation in student programs.

The position administers student pay, allowances, and travel entitlements; coordinates housing and lodging support; and processes student arrivals and departures, including travel arrangements and required documentation. It also maintains student records, databases, and administrative files; prepares reports, correspondence, travel orders, and other administrative documents; and coordinates with embassies, government agencies, and travel providers. The role provides administrative support for international programs and maintains standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs generally must meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final Secret security clearance before entering on duty.
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Specialized experience must include providing administrative support for military, educational, international, or training programs.
• Specialized experience must include coordinating travel, lodging, pay, allowances, or entitlement-related actions.
• Specialized experience must include maintaining databases, records, or official files.
• Specialized experience must include assisting customers by resolving administrative issues and/or coordinating services with multiple organizations, agencies, or stakeholders.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• The specialized experience must be supported in the applicant’s resume.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for international military students and their families.
• Administer student pay, allowances, and travel entitlements.
• Coordinate student housing and provide lodging support.
• Process student arrivals and departures, including travel arrangements and required documentation.
• Maintain student records, databases, and administrative files.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, travel orders, and other administrative documents.
• Coordinate with embassies, government agencies, and travel providers to support student programs.
• Provide administrative support for international programs.
• Maintain standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed