Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)

About the role

The incumbent serves as the program manager of sexual assault and sexual harassment victim services, oversees implementation/execution of the program, and ensures victim services are provided through a coordinated response.

Incumbent is notified of all reports of sexual assault within the installation(s) in their Area Of Responsibility and provides case management on cases of sexual assault from beginning to end.

What you will do

• - Provides overall management and evaluation of sexual assault awareness, prevention, training, and victim advocacy at the installation.- Responsible for assigning, monitoring, managing and documenting victim assistance and advocacy activities performed by the SAPR VAs at the tactical e.g., command/installation level. - Performs ongoing, analysis, assessments, and evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of programs that provide response and support services to victims of sexual assault and aid in the prevention of sexual assault. - Communicates directly with the installation leadership to provide regular briefs and updates to assist leaders with maintaining compliance with program requirements. - Develops processes, procedures, and communication strategies to assist Installation and 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. - Provides management, oversight, and training on data collection processes.
• Analyzes data to prioritize and gauge response efforts and resource needs. - Co-chairs the sexual assault Case Management Group and ensures all reports of sexual assault are presented monthly until transfer/closure and assures that the needs and concerns of the victim are met and shared with the commanding authorities. - Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service, Victims' Legal Counsel and chaplains. - Works collaboratively with the Equal Opportunity Program and the Integrated Primary Prevention Office to support and promote prevention activities related to sexual harassment, sexist attitudes, and beliefs contributing to the continuum of harm.
• Training duties comprise 20% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to: - Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates VAs, Unit SAPR VAs, and others as requested utilizing standardized curriculum provided by CNIC Headquarters SAPR. - Liaises with local victim support agencies in order to gain support and cooperation in achieving support for victims of sexual harassment and to promote the enhancement of the sexual harassment services. - Plans, schedules and facilitates sexual harassment response training for all installation personnel, leadership, deploying personnel, and other key functional stakeholders to include annual refresher training.
• Case Management duties comprise 15% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to: - Documents and maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System FFSMIS, as required. - Performs victim advocacy duties and provide a non-clinical response that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally competent, and recovery-oriented to adult victims of sexual assault. - Accepts official reports of sexual assault as needed, providing referrals, and informing victims of their options. - Performs a complete risk assessment screening, thorough safety assessment and planning, and ongoing needs assessment for all adult sexual assault cases and conduct initial and ongoing needs assessments. - Maintains victim and incident case information, subject demographics and disposition, and training records through the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database DSAID in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy. - Provides referrals and non-clinical support to Service member victims of sexual harassment.- Informs Service member victims of sexual harassment of available SAPR services and conducts warm hand-offs to the Equal Opportunity Office for the filing of reports of sexual harassment as appropriate.
• Oversight duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include, but not limited to: - Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when they are providing victim advocacy services to victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment.- Coaches, facilitates, solves work problems, and participates in the work of the SAPR VA personnel. - Explains team goals and objectives to SAPR VA team and assist them in organizing to accomplish work. - 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, including response within 60 minutes of the referral, either 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 position.

Education

Degree: four-year degree or higher in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position.orCombination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of thebehavioral 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 oneor more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

Specialized experience requirement:In addition to the above basic requirement, at least four years' experience in victim assistance oradvocacy within either military or civilian sector.

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. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided 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.

Documents you must provide

• official transcripts only; 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 Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application 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.Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
• 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).
• If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Altered transcripts will not be accepted.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.
• Foreign high school transcripts or diplomas do not require credential evaluation but must be in English or a certified translation.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
• This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
• If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
• To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)

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

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment.

Commander, Navy Installations Command 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. Some positions have special requirements.

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check.

Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.