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 provide planning direction, implementation guidance, in-depth training and resource documentation for Air Force-wide support of victims of sexual assault. Continued in Duties section.

Duties

Continued from Summary section: In this position, the incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of operational guidance and procedures that promote efficient practice, development, and maintenance of appropriate standards of service, and the coordination of related programs for use by base-level and MAJCOM program managers, guide training requirements, monitor military and civilian manpower budgetary needs and assignments, and support data collection efforts. Duties: Serves as the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Subject Matter Expert (SME) in support of Operations Program Manager to comply with Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, developing and managing prevention and support programs and activities for sexual assault and other areas of interpersonal violence and victim needs. Ensures the development and implementation of prevention programs relating to sexual assault. Develops, implements, and maintains a victim support system which must address a wide variety of issues and problems. Provides guidance, conflict resolution, and information to base-level Sexual Assault Response Coordinators (SARCs), Major Commands, and Air Staff.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is Centrally Managed; PCS is authorized and will be paid by the career field.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must obtain and maintain DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification and recertification from the National Organization of Victim Advocacy (NOVA), as specified in DoD and AF policy.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a behavioral, social science, or related discipline appropriate to this position is preferred.
• This position requires a high degree of discretion in relation to sensitive information of which the incumbent is aware.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, GS-0101. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Successfully completed a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in 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. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: 1) Developing, managing, and presenting budget to ensure viability of Headquarters Sexual Assault Prevention and Response programs. 2) Maintaining oversight of DOD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) credentialing status for Sexual Assault Response Coordinators, Victim Advocates and volunteer Victim Advocates across the command. 3) Monitoring and evaluating training content to ensure integration into all aspects of training and education across the Command and within the Agency. 4) Working with appropriate base, community or state agencies to ensure individuals affected by sexual assault or other acts of interpersonal violence are kept reasonably informed if prosecution is on-going while coordinating with legal authorities. 5) Preparing and presenting briefings, speeches, reports and professional papers, on organization's sexual assault prevention/response policy and other victim issues to senior leadership, spouses, civilian conferences, and public forums. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: Knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, etc. relating to victim advocacy, sexual assault, and other acts of interpersonal violence. Knowledge of a wide range of social science and social work principles and concepts and practices relating to the prevention of and response to sexual assault and other acts of interpersonal violence. Knowledge of social services delivery systems and concepts, principles, and theories relating specifically to sexual assault and other acts of interpersonal violence. Skill in assessing program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluate program status, and recommend and/or implement solutions for improvements. Skill in applying tact and diplomacy during difficult circumstances to advise and inform individuals and high-level officials on complicated, sensitive, and sometimes controversial issues. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with organizations and individuals to identify, establish, modify, and provide victim support assistance. 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 Air Force Personnel Center 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]