Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve at an Air Force installation. Major responsibilities include completion of administrative functions, budget execution, and implementation of primary prevention education and training for the total base population.

Duties

Ensures primary prevention education and skill building of two or more behaviors is implemented as designed, monitored for fidelity, and evaluated in accordance with DoD and DAF guidance. Supports the Installation Community Action Team (CAT) in executing established initiatives. Ensures program compliance with regulation, laws, policies, and directives associated with mandated administrative support programs. Performs other clerical and administrative work in support of the program(s). Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency.

Requirements

• Employee must comply with DAFI36-147, civilian conduct and responsibility. This may involve adhering to a dress code policy when applicable
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• Work may require travel away from normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft or motor vehicle to accomplish temporary mission assignments
• Must obtain, maintain and renew credentialing as required by a credentialing board identified by the DoD Board and specified in policy
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a behavioral, social science, or related discipline appropriate to this position is preferred
• Knowledge and experience within primary prevention is highly desired
• May be required to work overtime, weekend, holidays, or shifts in order to accomplish mission requirements
• Incumbent must meet screening/suitability criteria listed in DAF and DOD guidance

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. Basic Requirements 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have 4 years of experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines, appropriate for the Prevention Specialist at the NH-0101-02 position. This education was obtained in an accredited college or university. You must submit a copy or your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Combination of education and experience that provides knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. (The quality of the combination of education and experience is sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in behavioral or social science. Creditable experience demonstrates analysis, writing, researching, and critical thinking skills sufficient to perform progressively more responsible work in the occupation. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience/education may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Qualifications/Requirements: In this position, you will serve as the Prevention Specialist at Hanscom Air Force Base. Under the direction of the Integrated Prevention Chief, the Prevention Specialist major responsibilities include completion of administrative functions, budget execution, and implementation of primary prevention education and training for the total base population. In addition, you will promote a fit, resilient and ready force through cross-functional education and training, campaigns and programs in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will serve as an installation training facilitator for directed trainings to include: Sexual Assault Prevention, Suicide Prevention, Resilience Skills Training and other Violence Prevention Trainings as requested. Furthermore, you will ensure program compliance with regulations, laws, policies, and directives associated with mandated administrative support programs. Responsible for programs to include, but not limited to, task management, Government Travel Card (GTC), Defense Travel System (DTS), Government Purchase Card holder (GPC), office supplies and promotional materials that are affiliated with organizational function and/or program execution. Finally, you will perform other clerical and administrative work in support of the program(s). Develop, establish, update, and maintain office procedures and records/files of various types to ensure effective and efficient operation. Maintain current knowledge on administrative, clerical, and procedural requirements. Maintain updated documentation for tracking compliance with DAF, MAJCOM or installation tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Comprehensive and professional knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies as well as behavioral, social science and/or public health practices principles and theories relating to the prevention of violence. 2. Thorough knowledge of a wide range of delivery systems relating to violence prevention and the multiple uses of such systems. 3. Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. 4. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Hanscom AFB 20 Schilling Circle Bldg 1305 Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]