TITLE 5 WORKPLACE VIOLENCE & HARRASSMENT PREVENTION SPEC (PREV WF) GS-0101-12 Job in Charleston, WV

Vacancy No. WV-12612530-T5-24-135 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $86,962.00 to $113,047.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 11/22/2024 Close Date 11/29/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Charleston, WV


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Duties

Position Description #NGT0033P01

This position is located at the State, Territory, or DC (S/T/DC) Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) reporting to the Primary Prevention Officer. The primary purpose of this position is to directly support the development and execution of policies, programs, and procedures to implement integrated primary prevention strategies and plans which impact or relate to the primary prevention of workplace harassment and the development of healthy workplace climates and cultures (i.e., bullying, hazing, reprisal and retaliation/ maintaining and fostering unit cohesion, morale, fairness, and connectedness). Identifies risk and protective factors that lead to or protect against unhealthy or unsafe behaviors. Promote or mitigate actions relating to environmental exposure. Due to the specialty nature of these roles this position reports to the Primary Prevention Officer.

Description of Duties (shortened):

1. Using issue specific expertise, acts as the program data analyst on Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) as applied to Healthy Climates/Cultures promotion and Harassment prevention. Advances policies outside of the existing military Equal Opportunity (EO) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) offices for equities specific to Healthy Climates/Cultures and Harassment primary prevention. Facilitates dialog between state programs, divisions, directorates, and other areas to capture existing upstream drivers and measures relevant to the earliest prevention of harassment and promotion of healthy climates/cultures. Maintains insight into the National Guard Bureau (NGB) IPP office to track efforts, measurements, and councils. Supports engagement in existing state tools and programs. Identifies the relevancy of NGB and DoD tools to measuring state outcomes in the primary prevention of harassment and promotion of healthy climates/cultures and eliminates redundant and or ineffective programs not supported by data. Consults with and obtains consensus with NGB IPP SME cell. Supports the Joint Force Headquarters' (JFHQ) Primary Prevention Officer in the development and execution of The Adjutant General's (TAG) primary prevention strategic plan. Assists IPP Officer, TAG, Assistant TAG, directorate, and division-level Leadership with data-informed decisions to appropriately resource Healthy Climates/Cultures and Harassment primary prevention activities and requirements throughout the state. Establishes, revises, and reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design to eliminate barriers to mission accomplishment. (50%)

2. Assists with IPP needs assessments. Collects qualitative and quantitative data from Wing/Region activities relative to integrated Healthy Climates/Culture promotion and Harassment prevention to ensure program fidelity. Utilizes outcome data and metrics from the civilian sector within their S/T/DC or region for comparison to NG data. Works with other JFHQ divisions and offices to evaluate relevant NG programs for effectiveness and impact to the primary prevention of harassment and promotion of healthy climates/cultures efforts. Reviews environmental/climate qualitative and quantitative survey data collected. Analyzes and recommends changes to surveys and trainings for Healthy Climates/Cultures and Harassment outcomes, sharing findings with appropriate stakeholders. (30%)

3. Maintains an understanding of EO, EEO, and other Human Resource policies and the working dynamics between primary prevention and response. Maintains collaborative relationships with the JFHQ, Wing, and Brigade (BDE) EO and EEO personnel, NGB, and other relevant support programs. Has an in-depth knowledge of the programs, policies, and processes which drive Army National Guard (ARNG) and Air National Guard (ANG) harassment claims case management and response programming within their S/T/DC. Maintains a parallel and clearly defined supporting role to the JFHQ EO/EEO office's data collection efforts, and advocates prevention messaging with sensitivity to pre-existing trauma. (10%)

4. Supports and participates in state-level committees, boards, and working groups. Provides Healthy Climates/Cultures promotion and Harassment prevention data to Wing/Region Primary Prevention Integrators (PPIs), all councils and boards within the S/T/DC in coordination with and as requested by the IPP Officer. Coordinates with EO/EEO response personnel to ensure alignment of messaging to JFHQ council or board leadership regarding Healthy Climates/Cultures and Harassment. Serves as the Wing/Region PPI's point of contact for all Healthy Climates/Cultures and Harassment prevention efforts and conducts Site Assistance Visits (SAVs) to the Wings and Regions as required. Assists the JFHQ IPP SME cell in facilitating meetings and working groups in accordance with applicable policy and official guidance, as needed. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Selectee will not be appointed untill investigation is complete.
  • Will be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory security clearance, AND, as a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to assignment.
  • Direct Deposit is mandatory.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • 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.
  • Must be able to obtain required certifications, as applicable.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
  • An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
  • May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
  • The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, and an appropriate valid driver’s license is mandatory.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
  • This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
  • The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement.

Qualifications

YOU MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE IN YOUR OWN WORDS THAT YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW. WHEN EXPLAINING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE YOU MUST GIVE EXAMPLES. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. EXPLAIN IT IN YOUR OWN WORDS AND GIVE EXAMPLES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
: All on-board NG Title 5 Excepted Service employees assigned to Title 5 Excepted Service Integrated Prevention Program, must be certified at the next higher grade-level before considered as eligible for merit promotions to Series GS-0101 Integrated Prevention Program positions; and, must have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level. However, a new hire applicant (to include an on-board Title 32 or a Title 5 Competitive Service employee who is employed in a different series' position) must have at least two years on-the-job experiences that are commensurate or equivalent to Integrated Prevention Program business, with demonstrated understanding of the principles and concepts defined by a practical knowledge of family programs, military community services, victim advocacy and/or associated functional areas.

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.

Education

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.



If choosing to certify based of the education substitution option, you must upload a word document stating you are using the education substitution option, your degree and transcript OR the Military Courses completed. If these are not uploaded you will not be referred to the selecting Supervisor.

Additional information

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Title 5 Excepted Service - Indefinite may become permanent

APPOINTMENT FACTORS: This is an Indefinite Excepted Service position. Employment can be terminated with a 30-day notice without cause. This position is authorized to be filled as long as there are funds to support it. In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the indefinite appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status.

Permanent Change of Station: PCS funds are not available for this position.

Incentives: Relocation and Recruitment Incentives may be authorized for this position.

All WVNG positions are pending availability of resources and funds.

Areas of Consideration:

Area 1: Current On-board Title 5 Employees and Title 32 Technicians (Tenure: 1- Permanent, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) and Permanent AGR's in the West Virginia National Guard.

Area 2: WVNG Army M-Day and Air Force DSG (Drill-Status Guardsmen,) Temporary Title 32 Technicians and Title 5 Employees, Temporary AGR (OTOT), and national guardsmen serving on Full-time National Guard Duty - Operational Support Orders (ADOS).

Area 3: Current On-board Federal Employees (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) from another Federal Agency nationwide.

Area 4: Federal re-employable eligible employees, National Guardsmen outside of the WVNG, and U.S Citizens willing to join the West Virginia National Guard as a condition of employment.

Area 5: All U.S. Citizens.


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).

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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 documents 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 eligible, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

THE FORMS BELOW ARE REQUIRED. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT THESE FORMS YOU WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE AND YOUR NAME WILL NOT BE REFERRED TO THE SELECTING OFFICIAL:

- Your Resume.
- Your SF50 if applicable
- Your responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire; this questionnaire is filled out via the USA Jobs Announcement through www.usajobs.gov


-Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.


ALL applications and supporting documents MUST be submitted through www.usajobs.gov electronically and must be submitted prior to midnight of the closing date. Mailed, e-mailed, hand-delivered, and faxed applications will NOT be accepted or considered. Missing required documents will prevent you from being found eligible for this position and will prevent you from being referred to the selecting official.

DO NOT SUBMIT MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION.

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 of this announcement. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12612530

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. No documents will be accepted after 11:59 PM (EST) of the closing date of the announcement. If you are experiencing system issues,
with the USA Jobs website, please follow the directions found at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/Contact/ ; you must also contact your HR Representative prior to the close date for guidance.


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 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/.

Agency contact information

Brittany Lowry
Address
WV JFHQ
1703 Coonskin Drive
Charleston, WV 25311
US
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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.

In the event you receive a non-eligible notification and you believe this decision was made in error; you have 5 working days from the day it was received in your inbox to send an appeal to the servicing Human Resources Office. The appeal will be sent via email to ng.wv.wvarng.list.hrostaffing@army.mil and must include the following information: Announcement number, Announcement title, reason of non-eligibility that you received from USA Jobs, and your justification as to why this decision was erroneous. New documentation cannot be accepted after the closing date of this announcement and will not be used in an appeal request. The appeal process is APPLICANT driven. HRO will not accept appeals from selecting officials on the applicant's behalf and will not communicate with the selecting official regarding the appeal processes status.


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