YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
March 12, 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
Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) partnered with Douglass Park Elementary School and James Hurst Elementary School in Portsmouth, Virginia for the annual Read Across America Day March 1.
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Thirty-seven civilian and military volunteers from NNSY traveled to Douglass Park and James Hurst to meet with students of varying grades and read Dr. Seuss books to them, whether it be a favorite from the reader’s childhood or simply a book from the author’s expansive collection.
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It was the fourth year NNSY supported this event at Douglass Park and the first year attending James Hurst.
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Assistant Project Superintendent and member of the Naval Civilian Managers Association John Satcher jumped at the opportunity to read to the students. “As an avid reader and understanding the educational foundation that reading can provide I think it is paramount to instill in our children the love of the written language,” he said. “NNSY is a phenomenal place of employment but like most things in life, you only get out what you invest. Sure, you can sit on the sidelines and go through the motions but you will be cheating yourself out of some of the most incredible and rewarding experiences. Taking to time to give back, to reach others on a personal level, to share your experiences and knowledge, to hopefully fuel a passion in our youth for the love of reading is a gift that can pay lifelong dividends. I get as much or more out of these experiences than they do and if I can touch just one child then it was well worth the effort.” To learn more about Read Across America Day, visit http://www. nea.org/grants/886.htm. (Photo by Shelby West, Shipyard Photographer)
Reminder: Gambling Prohibited on Government Property! The beginning of spring marks the beginning of March Madness. Remember - federal ethics rules prohibit gambling on government property or while on duty. Also remember, that expending time monitoring and/or managing a gambling pool could constitute a misuse of government time and resources. The confidence of the public in its government is influenced not only by the manner in which employees serve the public, but also in the way they conduct themselves in the eye of the public. All service members should maintain a high standard of honesty, integrity, impartiality, and conduct in the proper performance of the government business. DoD employees should refrain from any activities that would demean the public confidence in the department. Please direct all questions or comments to your ethics counselors, Code 107 at 396-8625.
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.
C-FRAM Fraud Scheme Awareness:
Cost Mischarging
Improper allocation of costs or charging higher than allowed rates
DOD Example
In May 2016, the United States reached a settlement with Hesco Bastion Limited (Hesco), based in Leeds, England, in which the company agreed to pay $2.1 million to resolve allegations of false claims and overcharges. Hesco contracted with the DoD to provide blast walls and agreed transportation costs would not exceed £650 per truckload. From 2002 – 2011, Hesco charged the government £650 per truckload while paying its subcontractors less. In 2009, the government requested documentation for transportation costs. In response, Hesco submitted 47 false invoices that were made to appear to be invoices from the transportation subcontractor.
DON Example
In May 2018, Inchcape Shipping Services Holdings Limited agreed to pay $20 million to resolve allegations that they knowingly overbilled the U.S. Navy under contracts for ship husbanding services. As a ship husbanding services provider, Inchcape arranged for the provision of goods and services to Navy ships at ports. Between 2005 – 2014, Inchcape overbilled the Navy by submitting invoices that overstated the quantity of goods and services provided, billed at rates in excess of applicable contract rates and double-billed for certain goods and services.
Indicators (Red Flags): Invoices cannot be traced to shipments; Multiple payments to a single vendor on the same date; Labor time and charges inconsistent with project progress; Abrupt changes in labor charges for no apparent reason.
Want to learn more about preventing contract fraud? Check out the C-FRAM site on WebCentral under C100CE. Need to report fraud? Contact the NNSY Hotline at 757-396-7971 or NNSY_IG_HOTLINE@NAVY.MIL
upcoming events
Pass and ID: NNSY Pass & ID hours are Monday Friday 0630 - 1500.
March is: --National Women’s History Month --National Nutrition Month
March 12, Bldg. 1500 2nd Floor Code 800 Conference Room, 2 to 3 p.m. --The NNSY Disability Awareness Committee Employee Resource Group (DAC-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Daniel Freeh at 396-7126.
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March 13, Bldg. M-1 Conference Room, 2 to 3 p.m. --The NNSY Hispanic Employee Resource Group (HERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Ivonne Jacome at 396-3875.
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March 14, Bldg. M-1 Conference Room, 8 to 9 a.m. --The NNSY Veteran Employee Readiness Group (VET-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Tasha Beverly at 396-0557.
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March 14, Bldg. 510 R1 Second Floor Room 20, 3 to 4 p.m. --The Federal Women’s Program (FWP) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Carlynn Lucas at 396-9891.
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March 16, Norfolk, 10 a.m. --NNSY will be participating in the Norfolk St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Visit https://norfolkvaparade.com/ for more information.
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March 16, Woodside High School, Newport News, 8 a.m. --NNSY will be participating in the Megagenesis Career Day.
Got a story idea for service to the fleet or yardlines?
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March 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.
Send a detailed email of your story suggestion or shipyard spotlight nominee to the Public Affairs Office and it could be featured in future additions.
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March 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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March 26, 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.
Call 396-2393, 396-7260, or 396-5076 for more information. Parking: 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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