Duties
A. Program Management duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
- Implements the SAPR program in the assigned AOR and conducts ongoing assessment of its consistency and effectiveness.
- Communicates directly with the installation Commander to provide regular updates and assist the Commander with meeting SAPR Program requirements.
- Assist Installation and Fleet Commanders in their AOR, as assigned, in executing the goals of the SAPR Program, and may be required to provide Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) duties and responsibilities in a deployed environment.
- Identifies program needs, challenges and presents recommendations and assistance to influence policy compliance issues. Stays abreast of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and CNIC policies, and interprets/articulates their meaning, priorities and intent.
- Assist with preparations for visits from inspecting authorities.
- Co-chairs the sexual assault Case Management Group and ensures all unrestricted 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.
- Interfaces with military and civilian agencies to identify resources and services to promote availability of victim support systems. Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service, Victims' Legal Counsel and chaplains to facilitate a team approach in sexual assault cases.
- Ensures collection of data in compliance with policies and guidance.
- Provides consultation support for installation-specific arrangements (i.e., Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding to facilitate the timely exchange of information between installation victim support agencies and other commands/activities on cases involving sexual assault of service members and their adult dependents, civilians, and contractors, while ensuring compliance with Navy Confidentiality Policy.
- Facilitates the development and collaboration of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events.
- Develops and maintains a current and comprehensive file of Navy and civilian resources for victims of sexual assault.
- Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.
B. Training duties comprise 20% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
- Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs), Unit SAPR VAs, and others as requested utilizing standardized curriculum provided by CNIC Headquarters SAPR.
- Ensures command SAPR personnel are properly trained to provide briefings to commands that include proper reporting procedures, maintaining victim confidentiality, and available victim support services.
C. Case Management duties comprise 15% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
- Documents and maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), as required.
- Tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR to include, issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, and installation climate.
- 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.
- Retains all DD Forms 2910 in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy. D.
Oversight duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
- Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when they are providing victim advocacy services.
- Maintains oversight of all aspects of victim advocacy services provided by SAPR VAs and tracks, at a minimum, what subordinate units require SAPR VAs, a roster of those SAPR VAs and, status of their training, and rotation dates.
- Ensures victim advocacy services include: the capacity to respond by telephone and in person 24 hours a day, providing support and assistance to victims of sexual assault, 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 positions.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Ability to obtain/maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Child Care National Agency Check and Inquiry (CNACI) background check is required.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Incumbent must have or be able to obtain and maintain a current state driver’s license.
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Qualifications
A qualified candidate possess the following:
- Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims.
- Knowledge of the DoD, and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, along with local, state, and federal laws and military regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault is preferred.
- Knowledge and skill in developing and adhering to program management plans.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, DSAID and FFSMIS.
- Skill in the use of office software applications and required management data systems to enter data, prepare reports, and develop information.
- Skill in providing victim advocacy and working with victims of sexual assault.
- Ability and skillset to provide effective trainings and briefings.
- 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 compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
- Ability to understand, be sensitive to, 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.
- 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.
Education
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.
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.
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 11/20/2024 to receive consideration.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12608741
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The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of 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. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
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.Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.