HR Assistant/Specialist Retirement (Developmental)

Department of the Navy

Millington, Tennessee Full-time $65,000 – $75,000 Closes Jul 3, 2026

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. This is a developmental position to the full performance level of NF-0201-04, Human Resources Specialist. This position is eligible for non-competitive promotion to the NF-04 level upon successfully meeting the requirements and training of the NF-0201-04.

Duties

  • In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.
  • Duties includes but not limited to: Advises and counsels employees on all aspects of retirement benefits and coverage under CSRS, FERS, and disability and discontinued service retirement.
  • Advises on creditable service and retirement eligibility, calculates annuities using ABC-C approved calculator, advises on continuing enrollment in Federal life and health insurance programs in retirement, and death-survivor benefits.
  • Interprets and applies current regulations, policies, and procedures advising employees and managers regarding all retirement programs.
  • Incumbent also prepares findings, recommends corrective action or assesses progress in accomplishing changes approved by higher levels of management.
  • Responsible for the delivery of information and services involving the retirement program.
  • Incumbent represents the agency in external matters to include developing and presenting briefings for retirement seminars.
  • Publicizes federal employee benefits and retirement program information to the workforce.
  • Continually reviews legislative, policy, and operational guidance for impact on the federal retirement program, management, and administration.
  • Provides informational materials to employees and managers to keep them apprised of requirements and changes in these various programs.
  • Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF HR policies.
  • Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF HR staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics.
  • Serves as CNIC NAF liaison working closely with CNIC APF HR staff on issues/actions affecting both APF and NAF employees.
  • Develops and presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers.
  • Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Required Documents

Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:

  • Failure to provide transcripts may result in an ineligibility rating.
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
  • Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
  • Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.
  • Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.
  • Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

About this role

The HR Assistant/Specialist Retirement (Developmental) position with the Department of the Navy is based in Millington, Tennessee. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. The role pays $65,000 to $75,000 per year.

Day to day, the work involves advising on creditable service and retirement eligibility, calculates annuities using ABC-C approved calculator, advises on continuing enrollment in Federal life and health insurance programs in retirement, and death-survivor benefits. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal administrative work experience this HR Assistant/Specialist Retirement (Developmental) position requires. It is graded at NF-04, which sets both the pay band and the experience reviewers expect you to document. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this HR Assistant/Specialist Retirement (Developmental) position with the Department of the Navy in Millington, Tennessee, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

The posted pay of $65,000 to $75,000 per year places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. As an entry or assistant-level position, it is a realistic starting point, and gaining federal status here can open doors to higher-graded roles later. Based in Millington, Tennessee, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on July 3, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of the Navy
Job Type Full-time
Location Millington, Tennessee
Salary $65,000 – $75,000
Pay Period Per Year
Closing Date Jul 3, 2026
Posted Jun 23, 2026
Source ID 26-12991172
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