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• Ensures that the installation's SAPR program is in full compliance with DoD and Navy policies and instructions.

• Serves as the installation commander's subject matter expert on all sexual assault prevention and response issues. Serves as a liaison with the installation Commanding Officer on all matters of victim support, SAPR training requirements and SAPR policy implementation.

• Provides crisis intervention, advocacy and support to victims of sexual assault. This includes providing information on available options and resources to assist the victim in making informed decisions about the case.

• Accompanies the victim, upon the victim's request, to interviews, medical examinations and appointments and court proceedings. Maintains contact with the victim throughout the medical, investigative and judicial processes. Provides a warm hand-off to the gaining SARC when a victim transfers to a new duty station.

• Ensures a trained SAPR Victim Advocate (VA) is assigned to each victim.

• The incumbent serves as co-chair of the Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG). Provides overall management and oversight of the installation's SAPR VA program. Oversees the recruitment, selection, training, and certification of SAPR VAs. Manages initial and continuing education requirements and tracks certifications for all advocates.

• Coordinates and provides annual sexual assault prevention and response training, general military training, and specialized training to command leadership, points of contact, and SAPR program personnel. This includes coordinating and/or conducting training and providing SAPR presentations, briefings, and General Military Training (GMT). Coordinates prevention and awareness campaigns and special events.

• Ensures all required data is entered into the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database DSAID for all unrestricted and restricted reports of sexual assault. Ensures that all required DSAID follow-up is completed in a timely manner.

• The incumbent will be required to work a fluctuating work week, to include evenings and weekends, to meet program needs, and will be required to respond to calls after hours.

Conditions of employment

• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation and obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance (T3).
• A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any scheduled appointments.
• Upon hire, as a condition of employment, the applicant must successfully complete, obtain, and maintain Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) certification.
• This position requires weekly travel in support of Naval Air Facility El Centro (NAFEC)

Qualifications

• Completion of a four-year degree in behavioral health, social science, or criminal justice.

• Three years of experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences equivalents to a major in the field OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above

• Experience with the Navy SAPR program preferred

• Must have the ability and skill to provide effective trainings and briefings

• The ability to maintain accurate statistics for program data collection and reports

• Must have the ability to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims; must have the ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Must have the ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice and common sense

• Must be able to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement and legal personnel on behalf of victims

• Must be skilled in written and verbal communication; and have knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and use of office software applications and equipment

• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume

• Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent

• 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 Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application

• 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: When submitting transcripts for an associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. 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). If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. 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.Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.

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