Student Trainee – Business (FLEX)

Naval Academy Business Services Division
Job Announcement Number: 25-026
Vacancy Open: April 22, 2025 – May 06, 2025
Area of Consideration: All Qualified Persons

Security Level: Tier 1 – Non-Sensitive

POSITION DETAILS
Student Trainee – Business: NF-119-02
Flex (0-40 hours weekly, Non-Benefited)
$18.00-$19.50/hour
Positions Available: 1

This position is located in the U. S. Naval Academy's Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI), Naval Academy
Business Services Division (NABSD), Annapolis, Maryland. NAFI is an entity that generates its own funds through its
operations, and is not funded by Congress.

The Student Trainee will have ample learning opportunity as a part of a dynamic work environment, executing various
requirements which benefit the Brigade of Midshipmen to include milestone events at the U. S. Naval Academy. Weekday
8-hour shifts, with flexible scheduling possible.

JOB SUMMARY
This position is assigned to the Naval Academy Business Services Division (NABSD) at the United States Naval Academy.
The primary purpose of this position is to perform and/or assists in the operation of the assigned program. Based on
established policies, incumbent carries out assigned phases of designated activity applying an understanding of the
interest and needs of program participants. Student Trainee may be assigned specific projects to complete and may
rotate between various working areas.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Typical assignments may include but may not be limited to establishing schedules of events; applying rules and

regulations in supervising indoor and outdoor activities; setting up the facility or venue; scheduling and conducting
tours and field trips. Demonstrates procedures common to the activities, and instructs in the use of related
equipment.

• Conducts instructional classes in assigned area. Helps to plan and coordinate details of activities and maintains

related supplies. Assist in planning, scheduling and publicizing various activities to attract and motivate participants.
Ensures adherence to safety rules and regulations.

• May coordinate, in conjunction with supervisor, a special project within a program area which may include the

planning, research, development and establishment of a Plan of Action for its implementation.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
**Responses must be included on the KSA portion of the online application**

1. Enrolled in a college/university, community college, junior college, professional, technical, vocational, or
other qualifying educational institution. Business Management or Marketing degree in progress preferred.

2. Minimum GPA of at least 2.5 and in good academic standing.
3. Highly skilled at database management and/or in the development/formatting of spreadsheet functions

in more than one application.
4. Knowledge of, and ability to apply basic accounting principles, preferred.
5. Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy items, in order to assist with USNA milestone events.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their
education, related experience, training, awards, and supervisory appraisal demonstrate they possess the desired
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs).

• Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance – requires 18 years of age
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
• Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required
• One-year probationary period
• Must be able to understand and communicate in English
  

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete online application must be submitted no later than NOON on the closing date to be considered for a USNA
NAF/NABSD position. Please visit the employment website: https://www.usnabsd.com/about/careers/
Applicants may email nabsdjobs@usna.edu if unable to complete the online application.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES
Explanation of employment preferences is available on the NABSD Website. No preference is given unless requested
and documented. Acceptance or declination of a regular position ends ability to claim preference for spouse or
Involuntarily Separated (IVS) applicants. To claim a preference, you must attach the following documents with your
employment application and request form:

• Military Spouse: most current military member's PCS orders, submit spousal request form and write SPOUSAL

PREFERENCE on front page of the application – (Per the CNIC 5300.206b, spouses’ preferential consideration for
NAF positions at the NF-3 and below)

• Veteran: Page four (4) of the DD-214
• Involuntary Separated Military Members and Dependents: page four (4) of the DD-214 or copy of DD-1173 and

write "IVS" on front page of the application. IVS preference is approved only if discharge/reentry code matches
eligibility list.

Note: Failure to provide the required information may result in loss of consideration for the position and elimination from the selection process.
Please be advised that applications received after the closing date listed above will not be considered. Applications and resumes will not be
returned to the applicant.

Some positions have special requirements. In these cases, selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of said requirements. Applicants
may be required to provide proof of education, etc. All selections are contingent on obtaining satisfactory employment reference checks.

We are an E-verify participant. Please be informed that applicants will be required to submit a federal government background check.
As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in direct deposit/electronic fund transfer as specified in the negotiated
agreement.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data, and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

DON is an EEO employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, marital status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and
hiring process, please contact the office that is collecting the applications. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case by
case basis.