Summary Assigned to the Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC); Fleet & Family Readiness (FFR); Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Command, Navy Region NW. The FFSC is the Navy's primary agency for the delivery of human services programs intended to enhance the stability and self-sufficiency of individuals and families. The position supports the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) and provides leadership, guidance, consultation, and coordination for special education aspects of the EFMP. Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A. PROGRAM DUTIES Duties include but are not limited to: Serves as Regional EFMP Special Education subject matter expert. Develops operational plans in compliance with current Navy policy, provides Special Education EFMP training, and ensures the delivery of EFMP support for assigned area of responsibility. Monitors, assists, and provides program guidance to installation FFSC Site Directors, FFSC Work and Family Life Supervisors, and FFSC EFMP Case Liaisons on EFMP Special Education including planning, execution, and case management support to ensure compliance with Federal Laws, State Regulations, current Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provides support to Navy EFMP families with special education needs as it pertains to Individual Education Program (IEP), 504 plans, and associated plans to support the special educational needs of military children with special needs. Attends local IEP/504 plan meetings to provide Navy EFMP Special Education support to families and/or case liaison if installation EFMP Case Liaison requires support or is unavailable to attend meeting. Meeting support can be provided virtually for families in remote and isolated areas. Discusses and reviews IEPs and Section 504 plans with Navy families whose Special Education needs are beyond the scope and expertise of FFSC EFMP Case Liaisons. Coordinates and collaborates with Regional EFMP Special Needs Attorney, EFMP Case Liaisons, School Liaison Officers, educational providers, and other EFMP support stakeholders/partner agencies to leverage support on behalf of families. Works closely with Regional Special Needs Attorney to assess the needs of families and provide support as needed. Remains current on State and federal disability education and disability civil rights laws, regulations, best practices and other evolving developments affecting the lives of EFMP families. Develops, modifies, and provides input to project plans; implements Special Education program plans; coordinates and integrates project activities; and manages and administers project resources as required to meet objectives and improve EFMP family support in the region. Maintains an up-to-date reference of various SOPs, instructions, desk guides, and other documents pertaining to the EFMP and Special Education support. May serve as an EFMP Case Liaison with Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS) duties if needed to support during periods of high staff turnover and billet gaps. Prepares Special Education related briefings and reports in support of EFMP information and education at all levels. Collects and analyzes data, lessons learned, and best practices to identify Special Education policy and procedural issues within area of responsibility; and makes recommendations to increase program response, efficiency, and effectiveness. Allocates government resources/personnel as authorized regarding the EFMP as it pertains to Special Education support. Provides advice and technical assistance for program improvement, staff and facilities utilization, and improvement of services to EFMP families. Performs administrative functions associated with training, education, and outreach program plans for EFMP Special Education coordination. Collects, analyzes, and maintains training, education, and outreach materials, including listings of EFMP services and resources. Develops new or revised curricula and programs for staff development related to Special Education. Prepares plans to meet substantial workload; assists in validation of staffing levels, work priorities, and deadlines. Attends periodic DoD, CNIC, regional training, and State or local meetings and working groups. Executes EFMP standard operating procedures related to EFMP Special Education as outlined and developed by Regional EFMP Case Liaison B. COMMUNITY LIAISON Duties include but are not limited to: Provides Special Education oversight of installation FFSP EFMP programs. Identifies Special Education training needs and provides training as needed at all levels. Collaborates with Regional EFMP Case Liaison to establish Regional EFMP Special Education training curriculum for FFSCs and provides training on EFMP Special Education coordination policies and procedures. Coordinates EFMP Special Education resources between agencies, related resource offices, medical and recreational facilities, community services agencies, and private organizations, with emphasis on improving services as a team. As a team member, develops plans to ensure provision of necessary FFSC, Regional, and Installation-specific support. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Favorable completion of a Tier 3 Personnel Security Investigation Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a current state driver's license. Occasional travel up to approximately 10% may be required. May be required to travel for up to two weeks for the purpose of attending or providing training. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Qualifications A combination of specialized experience and education will be measured for this position. Specialized Experience is defined by the Office of Personnel Management as "experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization." Knowledge and understanding of requirements and operations of DoD and Department of the Navy EFMP. Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and other disability civil rights laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Knowledge of the military lifestyle that furnished the employee with an understanding of the specific demands of military lifestyles, such as frequent separations, and high stress working environments that have an extensive impact on individuals and their families. Knowledge of military community support programs. Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations, the specific organization's programs and missions, pertinent laws, regulations, and policies related to program/operations area in order to consider their impact on programs. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for measuring effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of assigned programs. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques in the development of new procedures and approaches to identify and resolve significant issues and problems of a unique nature. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families. Ability to work with military families. Ability to perform various liaison functions and training, coordinate priorities, and work with staff at all levels. Ability to adapt to changing work conditions, frequent interruptions, and pressures of short deadlines. Ability to perform concurrent tasks, set priorities, coordinate completion within required deadlines and formulate plans of action and milestones for task accomplishment. Ability to analyze issues that identify best courses of action, determines potential organizational impacts, and maintains awareness of barriers impeding mission accomplishment; and recommends corrective actions. Ability to develop, implement, and deliver training in both in-person and virtual environments. Ability to work independently and as a team to resolve issues faced by EFMP families within assigned areas. Education A degree program in Special Education is preferred. The education requirements for this position are outlined in the OPM PCS for Social Work Series, GS-0185, TS-52, June 1964 and are as follows: Degree: social work. Must fulfill all of the requirements for the master's degree in social work in a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Master's degree with practicum: Applicants who complete all of the requirements for a master's degree in social work that included a practicum are eligible. OPM Series Definition for Social Science Series, GS-0101 OPM Handbook of Occupational Groups & Families, May 2009 OPM PCS for Social Work Series, GS-0185, TS-52, June 1964 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. 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 Region Mid-Atlantic 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.
