YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
February 19, 2019
shipyard commander Captain Kai Torkelson deputy commander Captain Daniel Rossler command master chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Michael Reese public affairs officer Terri Davis Editor Kristi Britt public affairs STAFF Michael Brayshaw, April Brown, Floyd Logan, Troy Miller, Curtis Steward Interested in submitting information to be featured in the next Yardlines? Email the Public Affairs Office at NSFH_NNSY_ PAO@Navy.mil.
Who comes in first? Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), which has the highest customer service score in the entire United States Navy, ranking 1st out of 72 programs. Congratulations to NNSY’s MWR! (Photo by Shayne Hensley, NNSY Photographer)
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Norfolk Naval Shipyard Commander Captain Kai O. Torkelson welcomes the newest members to the workforce at the Dry Dock Club Feb. 4. (Photo by Shayne Hensley, NNSY Photographer)
upcoming erg events
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) African American Employee Resource Group (AA-ERG) will be hosting an open mic session with NAVSEA Executive Level Leaders entitled, “How’d They Make It?” held Feb. 27 in the Bldg. 163 High Bay beginning at 11 a.m. Leaders include John James, Jr.; B. Lisa Downey; and Jimmy D. Smith. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. The NNSY AA-ERG’s goal is promoting economic opportunities, providing mechanisms for inclusion, and facilitating growth and advocacy by increasing knowledge and appreciation for the historical and cultural heritage of black people throughout NNSY and the surrounding communities. The NNSY AA-ERG is part of the CARE team and meets the third Thursday of every month in Bldg. M-1 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. All shipyard employees, Sailors, and tenants are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Mike Taylor at 9673286 or email Michael.Taylor7@navy.mil.
flthro corner Informal Lunch and Learns - In an effort to provide NNSY employees information and education on beneficial Human Resources topics, FLTHRO will host informal “Lunch and Learn” training sessions throughout the next year. Bring your lunch, we’ll provide the education! All NNSY employees are welcome and encouraged to attend these informal sessions. FLTHRO has seating for 33 employees, and attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Mar. 13, 2019 - Reasonable Accomodations - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees Apr. 18, 2019 - Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees May 15, 2019 - Resume Writing - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees May 30, 2019 - Writing a Position Description - 9 to 11 a.m. - Geared Towards Supervisors/Managers June 11, 2019 - Navigating USAJobs - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees July 25, 2019 - Resume Writing - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees Aug. 15, 2019 - Writing a Position Description - 9 to 11 a.m. - Geared Towards Supervisors/Managers Sep. 12, 2019 - Navigating USAJobs - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees
All courses and events are located at Bldg. 15, McKeever Street, 2nd Floor in the Training Center, Room 223. Participants are encouraged to use the shuttle service as parking at FLTHRO is limited. All participants must sign into the front desk prior to attending the session. If you have questions you may contact Germaine Harris at 396-2100. You must RSVP via email to FLTHRO_ Training@navy.mil to reserve a seat. You will receive a confirmation of enrollment from this office.
tuition assistance walk-in schedule
The deadline for submitting a Tuition Assistance (TA) request for the summer 2019 enrollment is March 25. Requests received will be processed on a first-in, first-out basis. The TA Program Office is implementing a walk-in schedule with the following hours: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thurday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 12 to 1:30 p.m. For questions or assistance regarding the TA program, please contact Courtney Watkins (if your last name starts with an A-M) at 396-0557 or Camilla Smith (if your last name starts with an N-Z) at 396-0516.
ncma scholarship opportunity
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard Chapter of the Naval Civilian Managers Association has opened up its scholarship opportunity for 2019. Applications are available now on the NNSY NCMA Webcentral page: https://webcentral. nnsy.navy.mil/sites/Associations/NCMA/default.aspx Scholarships must be completed and returned to John Satcher no later than April 19, 2019. For more information, please contact Scholarship Committee Chair John Satcher at 757-284-8749.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR SHIPYARD EMPLOYEE DEPENDENTS Scholarship opportunities are available to employee dependents of Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) for the upcoming 2019 academic year. The NNSY chapter of the National Association of Superintendents (NAS) is offering multiple $500 scholarships to deserving students who apply. The scholarships are funded by personal funds contributed by the association members and are intended to recognize outstanding dependent students of shipyard Military and Civilian employees. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic achievements, extracurricular personal and service activities and a short personal narrative, with appropriate consideration given to special circumstances of need. Applications require sponsorship from a member of the NAS. A list of members can be found in the outlook distribution list titled NNSY_Superintendents Assn. Sponsors can provide a copy of the current year application. The Superintendents Association (NAS) will be competitively awarding eight $500 scholarships this year: four to dependent students of employees of NNSY at large and four to dependent students of Superintendent Association Members. Selectees will be presented an NAS Scholarship Certificate and a $500.00 check to be used for any legitimate educational expense of the student. Applications must be hand delivered (Mike Zydron or Faultine (Tina) Rodgers (396-4390), faxed (396-4080), or emailed (faultine.rodgers@navy.mil) electronically no later than April 12. Selected scholarship recipients will be notified no later than May 17. Criteria for eligibility for an NSA scholarship: a. Sons and daughters, wherever residing, and other dependents of a person who has been an active NNSY Employee for at least the last two consecutive years are eligible. Shipyard employees who are not NSA members should obtain sponsorship from an active NSA member for their dependent application. b. Applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) at an accredited college, university, or graduate school for the upcoming fall term and provide proof of same. c. Previous recipients of a Superintendents Scholarship are permitted to apply and compete each year they are eligible.
upcoming events
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February 18, President’s Day
Call 396-2393, 396-7260, or 396-5076 for more information.
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February 19, Bldg. 1500 Command Briefing Room, 7 a.m. --The American Indian Heritage Employee Resource Group (AIH-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Camille Brownell-Sorenson at 396-9725.
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February 19, Bldg. 1500 2nd Floor 500/800 Conference Room, 2:30 p.m. --NCMA is hosting a C.O.R.E. discussion. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend one of the planned C.O.R.E. discussions.
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February 21, Bldg. 31 Innovation Lab, 9 a.m. --The Technology and Innovation Community of Practice invites anyone who is interested in NNSY’s innovation efforts to attend its next meeting. --Please contact 396-7180 for more information.
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February 21, Bldg. M-1 Conference Room, 1:30 p.m. --The African American Employee Resource Group (AA-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Michael Taylor at 967-3286.
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February 21, Bldg. 184 Code 130 Conference Room, 11:20 a.m. --NCMA is hosting a C.O.R.E. discussion. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend one of the planned C.O.R.E. discussions.
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February 22, Callaghan Fitness Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. --NNSY MWR is hosting the Donuts and Deadlifts Competition. The competition is free. All applicants must register to participate. --For more information, contact 967-2500.
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February 26, Bldg. 65 Code 400 Conference Room, 7:30 a.m. --NCMA is hosting a C.O.R.E. discussion. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend one of the planned C.O.R.E. discussions.
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February 27, Bldg. 15 2nd Floor Training Center, 8 to 11:20 a.m. --FLTHRO will host the Recruiting and Compensation Essentials Course for Supervisors and Managers. --This course will discuss various ways to recruit the right people to apply for positions within the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. It also covers various types of compensation concerns, to include compensation negotiability, when and how to process negotiations and incentives. --Contact Germaine Harris at 396-2100 for more information.
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February 27, Bldg. 163 High Bay, 11 a.m. --The African American Employee Resource Group (AA-ERG) will host “How’d They Make It?” - an Open Mic Session with NAVSEA Leaders. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Michael Taylor at 967-3286.
Pass and ID: NNSY Pass & ID hours are Monday Friday 0630 - 1500.
If your car is not registered and you do not have your parking placard visible, you WILL be towed! Make sure you register your vehicle at the Pass and ID Office. CEAP: Civilian Employee Assistance Program (CEAP) is available 24/7. The free service provides work and life benefits as well as support for a variety of issues to include childcare, finances, eldercare, identity theft, legal services, alcohol and substance abuse, and much more. Services are confidential for employees and family members; call 844-366-2327 or visit www.donceap.foh.psc.gov. Awards: The CORE Store is open. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7 to 8 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. in Bldg. 15. Call 396-8159 for more information.
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C.O.R.E. Discussions
What is C.O.R.E.? How does C.O.R.E. relate to me? What does C.O.R.E. have to do with our mission of fixing ships? Learn the answers to these questions and more at one of three C.O.R.E. Discussions sponsored by NCMA! C.O.R.E. Force Multipliers will facilitate small group discussions, review C.O.R.E. principles and gather employee feedback.
Feb. 19 2:30 p.m. Bldg. 1500-2 Code 500/800 Conference Room Feb. 21 11:20 a.m. Bldg. 184 Code 130 Conference Room Feb. 26 7:30 a.m. Bldg. 65 Code 400 Conference Room Stay tuned for additional dates in March! All employees are welcome and encouraged to attend the Discussions!