About the Position: This position works with the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program Manager and the Command Staff at Fort Liberty, U.S. Army Medical Center, North Carolina, to manage the SHARP Program. The incumbent emphasizes the commitment to maintain a workplace environment that rejects sexual harassment and sexual assault and attitudes that promote such behaviors.

Duties

Works with the SHARP Program Manager and Command Staff to manage the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program for the Brigade Commander. Provides policy, guidance and other information for victims of sexual harassment and sexual assault, subordinate unit commanders, first responders, and those who seek to prevent or respond to sexual harassment and sexual assault. Provides information to Soldiers, employees, managers, and family members at all levels, concentrating on systemic problems as well as individual problems. Provides program direction and guidance to all concerning reporting procedures, confidentiality, training, safety tips and resources. Conducts prevention activities in an effort to reduce or eliminate sexual harassment and sexual assault. Plans, organizes staffs, carries out reviews and evaluates a positive management oriented SHARP program that includes efforts to resolve systemic problems.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires a Secret Clearance.
• May be required to carry a cell phone and be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week on a rotational basis, based on the needs of the organization.
• Requires successful completion of a 7-week SHARP training course. This is an in-person training course that will require Temporary Duty Travel (TDY).
• Completion of all requirements to obtain DoD certification within 6 months of hire.
• Individuals background will be checked against records on a 3-year recurring basis while employed in the position due to the sensitive and confidential nature of the position.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Victim Advocate (SHARP) all require a MINIMUM of a Tier 3 Enhanced Subject Interview (T2S) (formerly Moderate Background Investigation) favorably adjudicated. This is a Public Trust position.
• Within six months of employment must successfully complete required Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) training and obtain and maintain DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) certification.
• Background checks against all records required by law, Office of Personnel Management, Department of Defense, and Army will be conducted prior to entering on duty, and, IAW governing regulations, on a recurring basis while employed in the position.
• Minimum of a Tier 3 background investigation, or equivalent, and enrollment in Continuous Evaluation are required. State Criminal History Repository check is required for all states of residence in the previous five and/or up to ten years.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential".

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) providing managerial and/or technical assistance in programs such as equal opportunity, sexual assault prevention and response; 2) evaluating programs to identify and resolve systematic issues; 3) directing program activities that emphasize prevention of sexual assault and harassment; AND 4) establishing comprehensive policy that reinforces a culture of sexual harassment and sexual assault prevention, response and accountability. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position such as Social Work, Career Counseling, Public Health, etc. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address M1-W2L6AA WOMACK ARMY MEDICAL CENTER DO NOT MAIL Fort Liberty, NC 28310 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk