WING SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR - Department of the Air Force - Terre Haute, IN
OPEN TO CURRENT 181ST IW MEMBER ONLY
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DUTY LOCATION: Terre Haute, IN (181st IW)
JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to administer and maintain the ANG Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program and serve as consultant to the Wing Commander/Vice Wing Commander (CC/CV).
This job announcement is for employment as an Indiana Air National Guard Technician; a Federal Civil Service position. This is a dual-status technician job whereby you are required to maintain active membership in an Air National Guard unit and are required to wear the military uniform at the workplace. As members of a unit of the Indiana Air National Guard, you will be required to train with your unit, normally one weekend a month and 15 days of annual training each year. Indiana Air National Guard units and members are subject to immediate call to federal or state active duty to meet national or state emergencies.
APPOINTMENT FACTORS: This position is a Permanent Excepted Service position.
MILITARY RANK REQUIREMENTS: Open to O-1 thru O-4 OR any enlisted member eligible to become an officer
MILITARY SPECIALITY REQUIREMENTS: Individuals must meet the qualifications for the technician position but will have 1 year from date of hire to be assigned to a compatible AFSC in a compatible unit for the technician position advertised.
Compatible Military Assignments: 38PX
AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) Technicians employed by the 181st IW
Temporary, TERM or Indefinite Federal (Tenure 0 or 3) Technicians employed by the 181st IW
Traditional Guardsmen with the 181st IW
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Occasional mission travel may be required RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No KEY REQUIREMENTS
U.S. Citizenship Required
Open to O-1 thru O-4 OR any enlisted eligible to become an officer
Must possess or be able to obtain a secret security clearance
Must be a current member of the 181st IW
Must participate in direct deposit DUTIES:
As a WING SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR with the 181st IW, your duties will include, but WILL NOT be limited to:
Serves as the installation Sexual Assault Response Program Manager to comply with Department of Defense (DoD), Headquarters Air Force (HAF), and National Guard Bureau (NGB) requirements, developing and managing prevention and support programs and activities for sexual assault and victim needs, as directed by the commander. As the primary staff responsible for all related functions at the installation, manage, collaborate with, develops and maintains relationships directly affecting support provided to victims including (but not limited to) wing, state, or NGB victim assistance resources such as: Chaplains, Director of Psychological Health (DPH), Special Victim Council (SVC), NGB/A1 SAPR office, JFHQ SARC and VAC, wing and state judge advocate (SJA), Security Forces, First Sergeants, community support centers, such as rape-crisis centers, and state coalitions. Works with NGB and HAF SVC, Civilian Law Enforcement (CLE), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Office of Complex Investigations (OCI), Office of Special Investigations (OSI), etc. when necessary to provide an ANG perspective relative to victim care. Works directly for the wing commander and vice wing commander, and collaborates with state Joint Force Headquarters, NGB/A1 SAPR office, etc. to ensure full victim support and execution of primary prevention measures. Works directly with The Adjutant General, Assistant Adjutant General, state Staff Judge Advocate and Public Affairs Officer in the absence of the State Joint Force Headquarter (JFHQ) Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) and Victim Advocate Coordinator (VAC).
Serves as POC for ongoing prevention education, delivery of mandatory training and assesses needs specific to the ANG installation population, tenant unit personnel, geographically separated unit personnel with Wing MPF ID, and ANG members assigned or attached to JFHQ as required.
Serves as the installation commander’s consultant for all sexual assault issues and represents the commander and vice commander on various installation committees, working groups, conferences, community meetings and state Case Management Group (CMG). As co-chair, assists the wing CC/CV with the wing monthly CMG. Keeps the wing CC/CV informed of issues, status of program, areas needing improvement, etc., as well as case management and ANG installation climate. Where DoD, NGB, and Air Force policy allow the victim confidential disclosure, provides the commander with non-identifying information allowed within regulation. Notifies vice commander of status of victim care and any assistance needed that is not being provided by base agencies. Work with state and/or local Public Affairs Officer on high profile reports of sexual assault.
Manages the overall sexual assault reporting process and documentation for the wing program while keeping the JFHQ SARC and ANG SAPR program office updated. Manages case information of sexual assault; safeguards and retains all case file information in accordance with law. Coordinates with appropriate military and civilian agencies (including law enforcement), and CMG members, as needed to ensure optimum victim care. Through the VVAs, ensure that victims are supported, that there is continuity of care without regard to the outcome of administrative or legal action, and that coordination is accomplished with all military and civilian resources that must respond to the victim’s needs. Oversees the plan for and ensures the immediate safety and physical needs of the victim.
Performs other duties as assigned
OTHER QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Because of the potential for legal or professional conflicts of interest, certain military occupational specialties cannot serve as SARCs.
- Chaplains and chaplain assistants are NOT appointed as the SARC.
- Law enforcement personnel are NOT appointed as SARC.
- Judge advocates and paralegals are NOT appointed as SARC.
- Commanders are NOT appointed as SARC.
- Medical and Mental Health Providers are NOT appointed as SARC.
2. As applicable to the military skill qualification requirements, all candidates must provide education transcripts from accredited universities or colleges.
3. Prior to appointment, all candidates are expected to successfully complete the NGB SARC and SAPR VA initial training; and after appointment, attend annual NGB continuing education course programs to maintain and renew D-SAACP certification.
4. Prior to appointment, an applicant’s military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test.
5. Prior to appointment, the applicant must possess or complete formal applications to obtain Tier 2 security clearance requirements within one year of appointment according to Army or Air Force Personnel Security Program Management Directives. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In order to meet the Minimum Qualifications for this WING SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR position at the GS-11 grade level, you must have at least 12 months of:
practical knowledge of family programs, military community services, victim advocacy and/or associated functional areas. Must demonstrate knowledge of government-wide, departmental or other sexual assault, domestic abuse, victim advocacy reporting options, , directives, regulations or implementing guidance.
Competent in completing SAPR procedures in regard to understanding the physical and/or psychological trauma of sexual assault and the investigative and legal aspects of adult military sexual assault. Knowledgeable of military organizations, mission impacts, military life-styles, civilian resources, and traumatic situations that may contribute to individual and interpersonal stress, working environment problems, or crisis. Experienced in managing or responding to crisis intervention for sexual assaults. Capable of professionally expressing oneself orally and in-writing; experiences included interacting with diversified groups, individuals, and organizations. Experienced in developing, executing, and maintaining effective professional relationships; and, skilled in identifying potential problems and initiating problem-solving techniques. Experienced and competent in presenting formal and informal program briefings to senior leaders. Skilled in preparing written technical reports, briefings, and training plans for all levels of leadership that include data charts, training progress and coverage, with gap analysis reviews. Competent to instruct and facilitate the training of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) programs. Skilled in performing and managing the administrative duties and tasks of the SAPR programs. Competent in developing specialized training materials with the ability to deliver effective interactive trainings. Experienced and knowledgeable in the sexual assault and domestic abuse prevention policies, regulations, and statutory requirements in the military or civilian sectors. Experienced in completing statistical trends analysis and reporting to NGB. Competent in managing and working the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID), or similar data-bases, and the rules for documenting cases within prescribed time frames. Experienced in maintaining confidentiality, and processing restricted or unrestricted sexual assault medical Line of Duty (LOD) documentation. Experienced in conducting DoD Survivor Experience Surveys for submission to DoD that provides an assessment of the National Guard SAPR Program success for feedback on victim/survivor care. Experienced in screening, interviewing, training, and monitoring appointed or volunteer collateral duty Victim Advocates.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities that will be evaluated for this position include:
Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, issues, etc., relating to sexual assault, victim advocacy, and other acts of interpersonal violence to plan, organize, implement, and carry out the components of an interpersonal violence prevention and response program. 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 at an Air Force wing or ANG wing. thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices relating to privacy of information. skill in applying knowledge to accomplish a variety of difficult and complex work assignments in carrying out the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
skill in assessing program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluate program results and effectiveness, and recommend and/or implement solutions for improvements.
ability to advise program officials, including the wing’s top leadership and wing 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 function as liaison to wing and community organizations and offices to establish, maintain, and provide prevention programs and victim support in a wide variety of situations.
ability to provide information and one-on-one assistance to individuals under difficult circumstances using sensitivity, tact, and caring. ability to coordinate, inform, motivate, and evaluate victim advocate volunteers. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Educational Requirements and/or Substitution of Education for Experience:
Must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university that included studies in one of the program disciplines as cited below. Qualified applicants must have specific course work that meets the requirements for a major in a particular field; for example, psychology, social sciences, human resources, or education and, have at least 24 semester hours of college course work in the social sciences. Coursework or pertinent volunteer experience, in fields associated with those specified in the position description, is acceptable only where it clearly provides applicants with the background education and competency necessary for successful job performance such as, studies in the Social Sciences, Psychology, Education, Social Welfare, or Human Resources.
Must participate in Direct Deposit
A criminal history check will be completed on all selectees before hire date.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) funds are not available for this position.
ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be payable.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is primarily sedentary, such as sitting comfortably. There may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items. No special physical effort or ability is required to perform the work.
If you are not a member of the Indiana Air National Guard, but are interested in applying for this position, please call the Indiana Air National Guard Recruiting Office at 800-GO-GUARD. You can also view our website at http://www.in.ng.mil/Recruiting/tabid/1041/Default.aspx .
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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 HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. BENEFITS: Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc .
OTHER INFORMATION:
Under 32 USC 709, Veterans Preference does NOT apply.
For a complete list of Job Vacancy Announcements available at the Indiana National Guard, please visit our website at http://www.in.ng.mil/hr .
HOW TO APPLY:
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, December 04, 2015 .
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID: 1558742 . Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire , and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/opm1203fx.pdf and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Please do not send/fax/courier/email any applications or supporting documentation to the Indiana National Guard Human Resource Office, you must apply on-line or fax your application to the fax number listed on this announcement with the prescribed Cover Letter. The Human Resource can only process materials received through USA Jobs.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Résumé (Your resume MUST detail your length of basic and specialized experience that pertains to the job you are applying for)
2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire (Your assessment questionnaire MUST contain an email address)
3. Other supporting documents :
Transcripts (Only required if you are substituting education for experience)
Flight Records
Military Biography
Qualification Certificates
etc. . .
AGENCY CONTACT INFO: SCOTT C. KASMER
Phone: (317)247-3300×74011
Email: SCOTT.C.KASMER.MIL@MAIL.MIL
Agency Information:
Indiana National Guard
Joint Forces Headquarters-Indiana
Human Resource Office
2002 South Holt Road
Indianapolis,
IN
46241-4839
USA
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