This position is assigned to the Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP); Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Commander Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, Norfolk, VA. Incumbent serves as a Regional Deputy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program Manager as the principal point of contact for the region and with Commander Navy Installations Command Headquarters (CNIC HQ) SAPR regarding all aspects of the SAPR Program and sexual harassment victim advocacy.

Duties

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. Duties include but are not limited to: Ensures DoD, SECNAV, OPNAV, and CNIC SAPR and sexual harassment policies, program standards, and initiatives are implemented on Navy installations within the Region in accordance with current CNIC execution guidance. Identifies program needs, challenges and presents recommendations and assistance to influence policy compliance issues. Stays abreast of DoD, DON, and CNIC policies and interprets/articulates their meaning, priorities and intent. Completes special projects and tasks related to the execution of the SAPR program for the SAPR PM and Regional Program Director, as needed. Provides tools and technical assistance to response workforce professionals. Assists with preparations for visits from inspecting authorities. Applies strategic guidance to organizational sphere of influence. Advise operational level leadership and commanders on issues related to response. Provides consultation support for installation-specific arrangements (e.g., Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding (MOA/MOU)) 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. Coordinate with response experts and other relevant response stakeholders within and outside the military to inform the development of response activities and policies. Interfaces with military and civilian agencies to identify resources and services to promote availability of victim support systems for victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment. Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service (NCIS), Victims' Legal Counsel (VLC)) to facilitate a team approach in sexual assault cases. Monitor the training and certification status of all response personnel within organization and at lower command levels. Use data collected from the Military Department, Military Service, or National Guard Bureau-wide to support efforts to guide program priorities and determine resource needs across the organization. Identify and advocate for resourcing to meet identified needs for the response workforce within the organization. Support management of the response program budget for their organization, such as for resources, training, manpower, and specific response activities. Translate response research from the strategic level into toolkits and other forms of technical assistance for response personnel within their organization. Support the collection and/or consolidation of data on response program implementation and evaluation from response personnel. Serves in a lead capacity at the operational level for tactical level installation Supervisory SARCs, making a full range of personnel decisions assigning work, establishing performance expectations, and rating/reviewing employee performance. Supports and assists SAPR PM with establishment of program goals and administratively and technically directing the work of the Installation Supervisory SARCs. Supports and assists the SAPR PM with counseling the installation Supervisory SARCs on performance or behavior and initiate disciplinary actions if required. Supports and assists the SAPR PM assigning performance ratings, approve awards, and take performance based corrective actions of the installation Supervisory SARCs. Monitors and tracks installation supervisory SARCs progress toward certification and work with the human resources offices to take progressive discipline as appropriate so that installation supervisory SARC can attain their certification levels within the required timeframe. Monitors the training and certification status of all response personnel within their organization and at lower command levels. Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a current state driver’s license.

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. Candidates must possess a four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position or at least four (4) years of appropriate experience demonstrated to represent acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Equivalent combination is described here:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/generalschedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF) Candidates must possess at least five (5) years of specialized experience in victim assistance or advocacy within military or civilian sector (Note, if basic qualification is met with experience, this may also be credited for specialized experience requirement, if appropriate (e.g. four years of appropriate experience in victim assistance or advocacy, also meets four of five years of specialized experience requirement.). A qualified candidate possesses the following: Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims. Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the military, Department of Defense (DoD), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program, along with local, state, federal laws, and military regulations and policies pertaining to sexual assault, victim advocacy, and other acts of interpersonal violence to plans, 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 oversight and management of the activities of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program. Thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices relating to privacy of information. Knowledge of appropriate DoD, Secretary of the Navy, Navy Personnel Command, and other program policies and regulations covering SAPR Program administrative and operational, policies and procedures. 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 personnel policy and practices to handle human resources requirements in a government environment (e.g., recruitment, performance management, evaluation). Knowledge of associated laws, regulations, and policies used by the DoD, DoN and other U.S. government agencies to effectively manage individuals and teams in the workplace. Knowledge of techniques to mentor, motivate and coach subordinate employees and skill in leadership practices to develop a headquarters staff into a cohesive team committed to quality programs for customers in the field. Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations; knowledge of the specific organization's program and missions, as well as knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations and policies related to program/operations area to consider their impact on programs. Mastery of concepts in program management and implementation, requirements determination, policy development and supervisory skills. Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures. Knowledge and skill in developing and adhering to program management plans. Knowledge of adult training and education techniques sufficient to implement and deliver sexual harassment training. 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. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database, and Fleet and Family Support Management Information System, sufficient 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 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 operational-level leadership and region 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 work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense. Ability to work with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims. Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training. Ability and skill to interpret complex instructions, directives and correspondence and to apply them to specific situations throughout the chain of command. Ability and skill to coordinate projects/issues with other commands and federal agencies. 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. Ability to perform the full range of leadership duties.

Education

A qualified candidate possess at least five (5) years of specialized experience in victim assistance or advocacy within the military or civilian sector and one of the following:

A four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
or
Four (4) years of appropriate experience demonstrated to represent acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Contacts

• Address Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic - Navy NAF HRO 1200 Fechteler Road Norfolk, VA 23505 US
• Name: CNRMA NAF HRO
• Email: [email protected]