What are the responsibilities and job description for the SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE COORDINATOR (SAR WF)(T5) position at US Army National Guard Units?
Duties
1. Serves as the BDE Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator (SARC) to comply with Department of Defense (DOD) and National Guard Bureau (NGB) requirements to institute and administer secondary prevention and support programs and activities for sexual assault and other areas of interpersonal violence and victim needs as directed by the BDE CDR. Establishes sexual assault reporting process and accomplishes documentation for the BDE program while coordinating and collaborating with the State SAPR and subsidiary BDE's within the State. Advises and provides direction to BDE personnel regarding SAPR policy, guidance, requirements, and processes. Serves as the BDE CDR's consultant and coordinator for sexual assault secondary prevention activities involving the institutionalization of respect and the Air/Army core values throughout the spectrum of human relations activities. Develops BDE plans (to include spend plan routed to the State SAPR for approval), programs, and guidelines. (35%)
2. Assesses the BDE need for the creation and/or modification of processes, procedures, contacts, and training necessary to carry out the program and meet DOD and NGB objectives. Assessments include consideration of complicating factors at the BDE to develop processes, procedures, and training that is effective for all parties. Implements secondary prevention programs relating to sexual assault. Assists individual commanders with addressing behaviors that lead to sexual assault through a comprehensive education and awareness program. Routinely stays abreast of state-of-the-art training materials, delivery methods, and activities to promote efficient and effective training. Consults on and coordinates activities in other areas of human relation needing secondary prevention efforts. Regularly evaluates the BDE sexual assault climate, programs, response capabilities, core values, and training needs. (20%)
3. Builds and maintains a BDE response and victim support system which addresses a wide variety of issues and problems. Partners with the JFHQ Director of Psychological Health (DPH) and/or Behavioral Health Officer (BHO) to address intimate partner violence. Interacts with Equal Opportunity personnel and/or State Equal Employment Manager (SEEM) to address unlawful discrimination and sexual harassment. Establish contacts and relationships that directly affect victim care that may include, but not limited to: State SAPR PM, subsidiary BDE SARCs, to include Alt SARCs, VAs, Special Victim Council (SVC), Chaplains, Director of Psychological Health (DPH), Behavioral Health Officer (BHO), Surgeon General's Office, Provost Marshall, Staff Judge Advocate (SJA), Equal Opportunity personnel, and First Sergeants. Cultivates partnerships with civilian resources such as Veterans Affairs, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, local law enforcement, community mental health, medical, and crisis centers, and state coalitions. May work directly with The Adjutants General, Assistant to The Adjutants General, State Staff Judge Advocate and Public Affairs Officer to maintain victim support as requested by the State SAPR PM. Guarantees 24/7 response capability and victim advocacy by D-SAACP credentialed personnel. Coordination of victim care will be accomplished with State SAPR PM to provide a comprehensive response to victim needs. Confirms that victims are supported and have continuity of care regardless of administrative and/or legal action. Oversees the plan and secures resources for the immediate safety and physical needs of the victim. Publicizes and advertises the local and state SAPR 24/7 response line(s), the DOD Safe Helpline information, and reporting procedures for sexual assaults. Performs warm handoffs to other agencies as needed/requested/required. (30%)
4. Serves as the BDE CDR consultant on sexual assault prevention, response concerns, and trends and representative involving all sexual assault issues on committees, working groups, conferences, and community meetings which may include being a liaison with the community sexual assault response team (SART). Has direct and unimpeded access to the BDE CDR for the purposes of these responsibilities. IAW NGB SAPR Division Instructions informs and presents the BDE CDR and State SAPR PM with the health of the force data by identifying issues, status of program, areas needing improvement, case management, BDE climate, and other appropriate information. Serves as an alternate member on the Commander's Ready and Resilient Council (CR2C) or other equivalent council as requested. Attends and participates in the Regional SAPR Advisory Committee (SAPRAC).(15%)
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of social science program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Knowledge and skill to advise, manage, implement, assess, and oversee Sexual Assault Prevention and Response programs.
Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of sexual assault principles, laws, regulations and policies, and relevant decisions to recognize and prevent sexual assault and make technical recommendations for decisions in sexual assault cases.
Knowledge of state sexual assault program administration, policies and practices in order to provide technical assistance to answer questions, solve problems, and explain issues.
Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of sexual assault prevention and response, executive orders, laws, regulations and policies, and relevant decisions to recognize and prevent sexual assault, and to make technical recommendations for decisions in resources and response for sexual assault cases.
Skilled in managing a program, to include organizing an office, problem solving, motivating others to take necessary actions, and negotiating allocation of resources for the program which is primarily the amount of the budget and the allocation of part-time victim advocates.
Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structure to include, functional assignments to subordinate organizations, nature of their missions, and work force composition.
Skilled communicator: must have expert speaking and writing skills to perform effective presentations, conduct training seminars, communicate with federal, state and local agencies, and medical facilities.
Education
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences.
or
Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences.
or
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
**This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
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Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts, VA documentation, SF-15s and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12622148
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to adjudicate your Veterans' Preference claims, please upload all supporting documentation. Such as: DD214s and/or SF-15, etc
A. ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
You should provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support office. The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). If you have more than one DD-214, you are strongly encouraged to upload all your DD-214s.
B. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, should provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
C. ARE YOU UNSURE AS TO WHETHER YOU QUALIFY FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
Please review the OPM Vet Guide to determine if you qualify for Veterans' Preference. Please visit: https://fedshirevets.gov/Index.aspx.
Agency contact information
Keyana McKinneyPhone(334) 213-7538Emailkeyana.m.mckinney.civ@army.milAddressAL JFHQ AL Command Administrative Office
1720 Congressman Dickinson Dr
Montgomery, AL 36109
USNext steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts, VA documentation, SF-15s and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
- Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
- Veterans
- Military spouses
Clarification from the agency
Title 5 NON MERIT CAT 1- All Preference eligible qualified applicants that are claiming 5 points or more veterans preference. CAT 2- All qualified Non-Preference eligible applicants if the preference eligible list has no qualified applicants or there was a Passover request done.
