Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a INTEGRATED PRIMARY PREVENTION SPECIALIST (PREV WF). This position is located within the Integrated Primary Prevention Section at the Joint Forces Headquarters. Serves as the Integrated Primary Prevention Specialist under the direction of the State Integrated Primary Prevention Officer. Responsible for executing and providing oversight for the state integrated primary prevention operations.
This job is open to
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
Current Virgin Islands National Guard Member Army M-Day
Current Army M-Day members within the Virgin Islands National Guard for which you are applying.
Duties
As a INTEGRATED PRIMARY PREVENTION SPECIALIST (PREV WF), GS-0101-12, you will:
- Responsible for the direction and technical oversight of all integrated primary prevention personnel; attends all meetings, briefings, and conferences as a lead representative of the integrated prevention program; and responsible for the full range of integrated prevention administrative requirements.
- Manages the integrated prevention resources and requirements to ensure continuous and efficient operations and develops and executes the integrated prevention fiscal year budget. Supports the IPPO in the execution of the continuous improvement and system integration functions of the state.
- Manages, plans, and coordinates a proactive continuous improvement culture that builds research based integrated prevention into daily office functioning. Oversees business process changes across all integrated primary prevention functional areas and leads the collaboration on complex interfaces with NG and state systems and similar related processes.
- Ensures subject matter experts provide assistance, consulting services and training for all assigned personnel, and community stakeholders when appropriate. Supports the IPPO in the execution of the internal programmatic review.
- Monitors and oversees all internal review ensuring compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ensures effective liaison with external inspection agencies such as the NGB Integrated Prevention Workforce, and the Inspector General.
- Administers and oversees the state integrated primary prevention workforce. Under the direction of the state IPPO, manages prevention workforce staff actions such as assignments, reviews, evaluations, awards, travel and pay and routing.
- Adheres to merit principles; develops a vision for the work unit; aligns performance expectations with organizational goals; maintains a safe work environment and promptly addresses allegations of noncompliance; takes immediate action if sexual harassment or other discriminatory / unfair treatment or retaliation is observed, suspected, or reported.
- Fosters a climate of dignity, respect and fairness; ensures continuing application of and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies governing prohibited personnel practices.
- Conducts recurring state integrated primary prevention level meetings to review the short, medium, and long-range goals, plans, and milestones. Determines appropriate measure of program effectiveness. Homogenizes and synchronizes efforts across the Prevention Workforce.
- Assists the IPPO in the synchronization of prevention efforts with Commanders Intent and guidance from the State Sergeant's Major. Compiles relevant data for reports, meetings, conferences, and reviews and submits to the IPPO for review and approval. ,
- Monitors higher, adjacent, and tactical level prevention workforce initiatives for messaging relevant to integrated primary prevention. Ensures messages are received and disseminated to subordinate elements. Ensures messages are received, understood, and complied with when appropriate.
- Maintains regular and effective liaison with higher authorities (NGB personnel, state leadership, etc.). Represents the IPPO at meetings with higher echelon groups (regional NG meetings, state level conferences, etc.) when appropriate. Prepares and conducts briefings and presentations to review accomplishments or report potential problem areas.
- Develops strategy and programs for improving and maintaining strong relationships with state leadership, and other key stakeholders. Coordinates with congressional liaison on congressional inquiries or matters.
- Monitors Congressional, and statewide activities of interest including the status of significant legislation and the budget process.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Army National Guard recruiter at 340-712-8071 prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- SPARKS certification within 6 months of hiring
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
- Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP): Acceptance of a Federal Technician Position of over 179 days in length will cause termination from the SRIP.
Qualifications
Military Grades: ENL: E-5 - E-9; W01 - CW04; OFF: 2LT-O1 - LTC - O5
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: I have a combination of education and experience in one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level, or four years of appropriate experience in one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
Special Requirements:
Possess/Maintain Secret Clearance
Pass Suitability tier 3 check for positions of Trust
Attain SPARKS certification within 6 months of hiring
Basic Requirements
Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
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.
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.
Education
If you are using Education to qualify for this position,
Basic Requirements
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
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing:
- Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
- Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
- Education, certifications or licensures.
2.
Other supporting documents:
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/13019536
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next 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.