Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) - Temporary, NTE 2 Years

About the role

This temporary position is assigned to the Fleet & Family Readiness Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Program; Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the single point of contact to coordinate sexual assault response when a sexual assault is reported at the installation.

The incumbent serves as the designated program manager of sexual assault and sexual harassment victim support services, oversees local implementation & execution of the SAPR Program.

What you will do

• 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.
• MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Program Management duties include but are not limited to: Provides overall management & evaluation of sexual assault awareness, prevention, training & victim advocacy at the installation.
• Responsible for assigning, monitoring, managing and documenting victim assistance & advocacy activities performed by the SAPR VAs at the tactical (e.g., command/installation) level.
• Complies with all Department of Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program credentialing, core competencies, proficiency & ethical requirements.
• Advises installation leadership on legislative, policies, programs, & initiatives regarding the prevention of sexual assault & response services to victims.
• Performs ongoing, analysis, assessments, & evaluation of the effectiveness & efficiency of programs that provide response & support services to victims of sexual assault & aid in the prevention of sexual assault.
• Communicates directly with the installation leadership to provide regular informational briefs and program management updates to assist installation leaders with maintaining compliance with SAPR program requirements.
• Develops processes, procedures, & communication strategies to assist Installation & Fleet Commanders in their AOR, as assigned in executing the goals of the SAPR Program.
• Conducts program needs assessment.
• Presents findings and recommendations to installation leadership.
• Ensures SAPR program is compliant with authoritative guidance to include legislative, policy, program instructions & certification standards.
• Assists with preparations for visits from inspecting authorities.
• Provides management, oversight, and training on data collection processes.
• Analyzes data to prioritize & gauge sexual assault response efforts & resource needs.
• Co-chairs the sexual assault Case Management Group & ensures all unrestricted reports of sexual assault are presented monthly until transfer/closure & assures that the needs & concerns of the victim are met & shared with the commanding authorities.
• Interfaces with military & civilian agencies to identify resources & services to promote availability of victim support systems for victims of sexual assault & sexual harassment.
• Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service, Victims' Legal Counsel & chaplains) to facilitate a team approach in sexual assault cases.
• Collects & analyzes data in order to adapt, implement, and evaluate sexual assault response activities in compliance with policies & guidance.
• Provides consultation support for installation-specific arrangements i.e. Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding to facilitate the timely exchange of information between installation victim support agencies & other commands/activities on cases involving sexual assault.
• Facilitates the development & collaboration of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events.
• Publicizes & advertises the DoD Safe Helpline & installation 24/7 response line & reporting procedures for sexual assaults.
• Develops & maintains a current & comprehensive file of Navy & civilian resources for victims of sexual assault & sexual harassment.
• Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.
• Works collaboratively with the Equal Opportunity Program & the Integrated Primary Prevention Office to support and promote prevention activities.
• Training duties include but are not limited to: Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates, Unit SAPR VAs & others as requested utilizing standardized curriculum provided by CNIC Headquarters SAPR.
• Ensures command SAPR personnel are properly trained to provide briefings to commands that include proper reporting procedures, maintaining victim confidentiality & available victim support services.
• Liaises with local victim support agencies in order to gain support & cooperation in achieving support for victims of sexual harassment & to promote the enhancement of the sexual harassment services.
• Plans, schedules & facilitates sexual harassment response training for all installation personnel, leadership, deploying personnel & other key functional stakeholders to include annual refresher training.
• Case Management duties include but are not limited to: Documents & maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System, as required.
• Tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR to include, issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, & installation climate.
• Please read below for Major Duties Continued Under "Additional Information"

Education

OPM Basic Qualification Requirements Degree: Four-year degree or higher 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 the basic requirements outlined, candidates must also possess at least four years of specialized experience in victim assistance or advocacy within either the military or civilian sector.

Specialized experience requirement: In addition to the above basic requirement, at least four years' experience in victim assistance or advocacy within either 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 fully meets specialized experience requirement). Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

How you will be evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.

Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Documents you must provide

• The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume: limited to two pages, must use Times New Roman font no smaller than 10-point with margins no less than one inch on all sides; please review this link guide on how to write a federal resume - Resume Requirements Proof of education: official transcripts only if qualifying all or in-part based on education; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable.
• Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating.
• Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable) If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).Your degree must be from an accredited college recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• If qualifying all or in-part based on education, official college transcripts must be submitted at time of application in order to be considered.Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.
• Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.
• Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.

Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Additional information

Major Duties Continued Performs victim advocacy duties & provide a non-clinical response to adult victims of sexual assault. Accepts official reports of sexual assault, provides referrals, & informs victims of their options. Performs a complete risk assessment screening, thorough safety assessment & planning, and ongoing needs assessment for all adult sexual assault cases.

Conducts initial & ongoing needs assessments. Maintains victim and incident case information, subject demographics, disposition, & training records through the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database in accordance with regulatory & policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy. Provides referrals & non-clinical support to Service member victims of sexual harassment.

Informs Service member victims of sexual harassment of all available SAPR services & conducts warm hand-offs to the EEO for the filing of formal reports of sexual harassment as appropriate. Documents SAPR referrals for victims of sexual harassment using the SAPR Related Inquiry module in DSAID.

Retains DD Forms 2910 in accordance with policy guidance established by DoD & Navy Oversight duties include but are not limited to Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when providing victim advocacy services to victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment.

Maintains oversight of all aspects of victim advocacy services provided by SAPR VAs and tracks, at a minimum what subordinate units require SAPR VAs, a roster of those SAPR VAs, status of their training, and rotation dates.

Communicates assignments, milestones, and deadlines to SAPR VAs as directed by supervisor to achieve specific tasks, produce reports, and deliver victim assistance services. Coaches, facilitates, solves work problems, and participates in the work of the SAPR VA personnel. Explains team goals and objectives to SAPR VA team.

Assists them in organizing to accomplish work. Provides information to supervisor on SAPR VA team and individual performance. Informs supervisor of any SAPR VA performance issues or concerns.

Resolves simple informal complaints of employees and refer others to supervisor. Ensures sexual harassment victims' safety concerns are assessed and identified safety issues are reported in accordance with policy.

Ensures victim advocacy services include: the capacity to respond by telephone and in-person 24 hours a day, providing support and assistance to victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment, including response within 60 minutes of the referral, by telephonically or in-person and procedures for contacting SAPR VAs, as well as specific protocols that govern the duties and responsibilities of the SAPR VA.

Ensures SAPR personnel receive proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions. Additional Information Selectee may be required to complete a 1 year probationary period. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.

Positions requiring travel more than twice per year may be require a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. All Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment.

CNRH is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.