Sponsorship and Advertising Sales Manager NF-04

Summary

This position is located at: NAF Support Services - Fort Riley, Kansas. As part of the Marketing team, you will secure vital business partnerships, leveraging your sales and networking expertise to directly support and enhance our MWR community programs and services. IN THIS POSITION YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE, BASED ON THE TOTAL REVENUE GENERATED.

Duties

• Serves as a sales and account management executive. Prospects for new clients through a variety of sources and sales leads utilizing the Internet, trade publications, competitive sources and trade shows.
• Develops proposals and evaluation criteria, and negotiates sponsorship and advertising agreements.
• Coordinates closely with local level counterparts and officials of other agencies or components to execute agreements. Obtains legal counseling as necessary.
• Acts as account manager for clients to ensure that benefits are executed and terms of agreement are met. Attends related board, committee, and special event planning meetings.
• Provides expert advice and assistance that includes training. Makes presentations, writes, and performs public relations duties.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Work experience that demonstrates proven ability and experience in sales, negotiations, account management, or client care. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing. Highly preferred candidates will be referred to management first. In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, highly preferred is defined as also meeting at least one of the criteria listed below: A bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, business, or similar field. At least 2 years experience in sales. Experience in bookkeeping with funds such as tracking all Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising (CS&A) dollars received and spent throughout the fiscal year. Working knowledge of the military and MWR community. Experience must be clearly stated in resume, and education documents (if applicable) must be uploaded at time of application to be considered for highly preferred qualification. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility. Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation. Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position. Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents) Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit. Benefits

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the link below. Other Information

Area of Consideration This job is open to candidates Worldwide. Manual Application Option If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 2PM by 09/17/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. PCS Costs: Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives may be paid. Allowances and Differentials This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities: Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Termination of Spouse Employment Preference Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor. Discover Your Path to Success Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf.