TAP & Employment Readiness Specialist

Commander, Navy Installations Command•New Orleans, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is assigned to Commander Navy Installation Command (CNIC), Fleet and Family Readiness Department (N9), Family Readiness Division (N91), Work and Family Life Branch (N911). The incumbent facilitates Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and employment-supportive programs, supports installation and regional TAP and employment initiatives, and promotes family readiness. The position is located at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, and relocation to within the local commuting area (50-mile radius) is required if selected. The specialist provides TAP and employment support to transitioning military members, family members, retirees, reservists, and Department of Defense civilian members. The role coordinates with government and community partners to deliver training and services, advises clients on transition and career goals, and oversees volunteer programs and partnerships. The specialist maintains program records, statistics, certifications, reports, outreach materials, and inventories, and participates in relevant working groups and seminars.

Requirements

Must pass applicable records and background checks and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification; discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Must be willing to relocate to within the 50-mile local commuting area of Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans.
Must meet one of the following qualification paths: a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in an appropriate subject-matter field; at least three years of specialized experience with DoD employment policies and transition assistance programs; or an equivalent combination of education and specialized experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of Navy and DoD TAP and employment policies, the Vow to Hire Heroes Act of 2011, NDAA, DoD SkillBridge Program, Military Spouse Employment Partnership, Spouse Education and Career Opportunities, Military Spouse Career Advancement Account, and related spouse education and career opportunities.
Comprehensive knowledge of veterans’ benefits, including applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies concerning medical, educational, employment, and financial benefits.
Comprehensive knowledge of TAP processes and requirements and Career Readiness Standards.
Comprehensive knowledge of medical, dental, mental health, financial, employment, and other resources available to separating service members and their families.
Skill in facilitating standardized-curriculum training and explaining course materials and their relevance to service members and families.
Skill in developing, planning, organizing, conducting, and facilitating formal instruction for large groups on TAP, FERP, and transition- and employment-related topics.
Skill in coordinating with TAP interagency partners and vetted nonfederal entities on events, seminars, and webinars and helping military members and civilian employees resolve issues.
Strong verbal communication skills to present facts and recommendations clearly and logically, advise service members and families, and collaborate with organizations.
Written communication skills and proficiency with computer software, databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and network programs, including Internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and FFSC databases.
If qualifying all or in part based on education, must submit official transcripts at application; degree must be from an accredited college recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Facilitate and provide operational management and oversight of TAP services for transitioning military members, family members, retirees, reservists, and DoD civilian members.
Coordinate training events with DoD, DOL, VA, SBA, and other counterparts to prepare service members and their families for civilian life.
Coordinate access to workshops, programs, services, and support addressing relocation, personal financial management, career coaching, resume writing, interview preparation, hiring fairs, job-search strategies, social services, and non-medical counseling.
Help clients create and maintain Individual Transition Plans and identify personal and vocational needs and milestones.
Work individually and in groups with separating service members and family members on career, occupational, volunteer, and educational goals, including job-search skills, resume development, and interview techniques.
Provide individualized guidance on resumes, interviews, salary negotiation, military spouse employment, and licensure reimbursement.
Facilitate classes on applying analytical and negotiation skills to identify job opportunities and develop an automated inventory of opportunities.
Develop and administer a volunteer recognition system and provide staff training on volunteer recruitment, placement, motivation, recognition, accommodations, and inclusive opportunities.
Brief organizations on the FFSC Volunteer Program and encourage staff to promote volunteerism.
Monitor and network with installation and community organizations seeking volunteers; launch and support volunteer programs and manage group volunteer events and major projects.
Collect and process volunteer data and disseminate quarterly statistical reports.
Manage MOUs and contracts with partner organizations, including colleges and universities, and represent the organization in communications with corporate, educational, and faith-based partners.
Maintain and update TAP and FERP records and statistics, complete reports accurately and on time, and use FFSMIS, DMDC, and applicable databases.
Maintain local TAP and FERP certification standards under CNIC FFSP standards.
Disseminate transition and employment information to local stakeholders through newsletters, email, social media, and other channels.
Participate in DoD and CNIC TAP/FERP working groups and seminars, including curriculum updates, program facilitation, and hiring fairs.
Develop and update marketing materials and inventories of transition and employment services and providers.
Research and write articles and prepare and deliver briefings to promote TAP and FERP programs and services.
Perform other duties as assigned.