Sexual Assault Program Coordinator (SARC) Job in Virginia Beach, VA

Vacancy No. 25-12682822 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $89,939.00 to $95,936.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/31/2025 Close Date 2/9/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Virginia Beach, VA


Summary

The incumbent serves as the program manager of sexual assault and sexual harassment victim services, oversees implementation/execution of the program, and ensures victim services are provided through a coordinated response. Incumbent is notified of all reports of sexual assault within the installation(s) in their Area Of Responsibility and provides case management on cases of sexual assault from beginning to end.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

Program Management duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to:
- Provides overall management and evaluation of sexual assault awareness, prevention, training, and victim advocacy at the installation.
- Responsible for assigning, monitoring, managing and documenting victim assistance and advocacy activities performed by the SAPR VAs at the tactical (e.g., command/installation) level.
- Performs ongoing, analysis, assessments, and evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of programs that provide response and support services to victims of sexual assault and aid in the prevention of sexual assault.
- Communicates directly with the installation leadership to provide regular briefs and updates to assist leaders with maintaining compliance with program requirements.
- Develops processes, procedures, and communication strategies to assist Installation and Fleet Commanders in their AOR, as assigned, in executing the goals of the SAPR Program.
- Conducts program needs assessment. Presents findings and recommendations to installation leadership.
- Provides management, oversight, and training on data collection processes. Analyzes data to prioritize and gauge response efforts and resource needs.
- Co-chairs the sexual assault Case Management Group and ensures all reports of sexual assault are presented monthly until transfer/closure and assures that the needs and concerns of the victim are met and shared with the commanding authorities.
- Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service, Victims' Legal Counsel and chaplains).
- Works collaboratively with the Equal Opportunity Program and the Integrated Primary Prevention Office to support and promote prevention activities related to sexual harassment, sexist attitudes, and beliefs contributing to the continuum of harm.

B. Training duties comprise 20% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to:
- Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs), Unit SAPR VAs, and others as requested utilizing standardized curriculum provided by CNIC Headquarters SAPR.
- Liaises with local victim support agencies in order to gain support and cooperation in achieving support for victims of sexual harassment and to promote the enhancement of the sexual harassment services.
- Plans, schedules and facilitates sexual harassment response training for all installation personnel, leadership, deploying personnel, and other key functional stakeholders to include annual refresher training.

C. Case Management duties comprise 15% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to:
- Documents and maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), as required.
- Performs victim advocacy duties and provide a non-clinical response that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally competent, and recovery-oriented to adult victims of sexual assault.
- Accepts official reports of sexual assault as needed, providing referrals, and informing victims of their options.
- Performs a complete risk assessment screening, thorough safety assessment and planning, and ongoing needs assessment for all adult sexual assault cases and conduct initial and ongoing needs assessments.
- Maintains victim and incident case information, subject demographics and disposition, and training records through the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID) in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy.
- Provides referrals and non-clinical support to Service member victims of sexual harassment.
- Informs Service member victims of sexual harassment of available SAPR services and conducts warm hand-offs to the Equal Opportunity Office for the filing of reports of sexual harassment as appropriate.

D. Oversight duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to:
- Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when they are providing victim advocacy services to victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment.
- Coaches, facilitates, solves work problems, and participates in the work of the SAPR VA personnel.
- Explains team goals and objectives to SAPR VA team and assist them in organizing to accomplish work.
- Resolves simple, informal complaints of employees and refer others to supervisor.
- Ensures sexual harassment victims' safety concerns are assessed and identified safety issues are reported in accordance with policy.
- Ensures victim advocacy services include: the capacity to respond by telephone and in-person 24 hours a day, providing support and assistance to victims, including response within 60 minutes of the referral, either telephonically or in-person and procedures for contacting SAPR VAs, as well as specific protocols that govern the duties and responsibilities of the SAPR VA.
- Ensures SAPR personnel receive proper training to fulfill requirements of their position.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This is a non-critical sensitive position requiring access to IT II system and/or PII. Position requires employee to obtain/maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history background check with no adverse information or feedback received. Child Care National Agency CheckandInquiry (CNACI) background check is required.
  • Must comply with DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) policy guidelines and complete initial and ongoing certification training requirements.
  • May be required to provide SARC duties and responsibilities in a deployed environment.
  • Incumbent must have or be able to obtain and maintain a current state driver’s license.
  • Occasional travel up to approximately 25% or more may be required to complete work assignment, conduct or attend meetings, training events, site assist visits, or court hearings. Travel will be required to attend mandated DoD and Navy SAPR training.
  • This position requires routine on-site access to government facilities. The incumbent may perform the tasks at an off-site location for ad hoc and situational telework only.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possess the following:

- Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims.
- Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the DoD and DON SAPR programs, along with local, state, federal laws, and military regulations and policies pertaining to sexual assault, victim advocacy, and other acts of interpersonal violence sufficient to plan, organize, implement, and carry out the components of an interpersonal violence prevention and response program.
- Expert knowledge of DoD, DON, and CNIC SAPR policies and ability accurately to interpret/articulate their meaning, priorities and intent.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, etc. to include the DON organizational structure, management policies, methods, and practices relating to sexual harassment victim advocacy.
- Thorough knowledge of a wide range of practices and procedures associated with victim advocacy, social services delivery systems and other elements of specialized social service programs, and behavioral or social science principles to direct the activities of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
- Thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices relating to privacy of information.
- Knowledge of a wide range of essential support, advocacy services, liaison services, community resources and care for victims of sexual harassment in accordance with generally accepted procedures and techniques.
- Knowledge of and skill in developing and adhering to program management plans.
- Knowledge of training and education techniques to implement and deliver sexual harassment training.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, DSAID and FFSMIS, sufficient to enter data, prepare reports, and develop information.
- Skill in providing victim advocacy and working with victims of sexual assault.
- Skill in employing various methods and techniques typical of a sexual harassment victim advocate program, including crisis intervention, situational assessment, and analyzing the needs of the victim to provide support and/or assistance to them in the resolution of complex problems.
- Ability and skillset to provide effective SAPR trainings and briefings to commands, victim advocates, and first responders.
- Ability to identify needs, trends, and performance measures to evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for process improvements.
- Ability to use data management and reporting systems to collect and organize data drawn from databases.
- Ability to advise program officials, including tactical-level leadership and installation personnel on the policies, practices, procedures, issues, and concerns associated with sexual assault and other acts of interpersonal violence and prevention, response, and victim advocacy.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with organizations and individuals to identify, establish, modify, and provide victim support assistance.
- Ability to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
- Ability to maintain accurate statistical framework for program data collection and reports.
- Ability to provide information and one-on-one assistance to victims under difficult circumstances using sensitivity, tact, and caring, as well as understand and have empathy for victims.
- Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Strong analytical ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense.
- Ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
- Ability to drive a government or personal vehicle in order to travel to training, coordinate tasks/actions with clients, command and military and civilian agencies within the local area of the installation.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families.

Education

Four-year degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position; or

A combination of education and experience (i.e. equivalent of two years' undergraduate credit, plus, at least four years of experience in victim assistance or advocacy within military or civilian sector, two must be as a SARC or Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate).

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

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.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
  • 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: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/09/2025 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.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12682822

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

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DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRMA NAF HRO
Address
NAS Oceana - Navy NAF HRO
1200 Fechteler Road
Norfolk, VA 23505
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Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

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Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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