OVERSIGHT

• Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when they are providing victim advocacy services.
• 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 and, status of their training, and rotation dates.
• 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 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 positions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

• Candidates must possess a four-year degree or higher from an accredited college or university in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position or at least four (4) years of appropriate experience demonstrated to represent acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidates must possess at least four (4) years of specialized experience in victim assistance or advocacy within 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 meets the requirement for four years of specialized experience).

A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING:

• Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims.
• Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the DoD and DON SAPR programs, along with local, state, federal laws, and military regulations and policies pertaining to sexual assault, victim advocacy, and other acts of interpersonal violence sufficient to plan, organize, implement, and carry out the components of an interpersonal violence prevention and response program.
• Expert knowledge of DoD, DON, and CNIC SAPR policies and ability accurately to interpret/articulate their meaning, priorities and intent.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, etc. to include the DON organizational structure, management policies, methods, and practices relating to sexual harassment victim advocacy.
• Thorough knowledge of a wide range of practices and procedures associated with victim advocacy, social services delivery systems and other elements of specialized social service programs, and behavioral or social science principles to direct the activities of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
• Thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices relating to privacy of information.
• Knowledge of a wide range of essential support, advocacy services, liaison services, community resources and care for victims of sexual harassment in accordance with generally accepted procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of and skill in developing and adhering to program management plans.
• Knowledge of training and education techniques to implement and deliver sexual harassment training.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, DSAID and FFSMIS, sufficient to enter data, prepare reports, and develop information.
• Skill in providing victim advocacy and working with victims of sexual assault.
• Skill in employing various methods and techniques typical of a sexual harassment victim advocate program, including crisis intervention, situational assessment, and analyzing the needs of the victim to provide support and/or assistance to them in the resolution of complex problems.
• Ability and skillset to provide effective SAPR trainings and briefings to commands, victim advocates, and first responders.
• Ability to identify needs, trends, and performance measures to evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Ability to use data management and reporting systems to collect and organize data drawn from databases.
• Ability to advise program officials, including tactical-level leadership and installation personnel on the policies, practices, procedures, issues, and concerns associated with sexual assault and other acts of interpersonal violence and prevention, response, and victim advocacy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with organizations and individuals to identify, establish, modify, and provide victim support assistance.
• Ability to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate statistical framework for program data collection and reports.
• Ability to provide information and one-on-one assistance to victims under difficult circumstances using sensitivity, tact, and caring, as well as understand and have empathy for victims.
• Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong analytical ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense.
• Ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
• Ability to drive a government or personal vehicle in order to travel to training, coordinate tasks/actions with clients, command and military and civilian agencies within the local area of the installation.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families.

EDUCATION

Proof of education MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration. If degree is not conferred, you MUST provide a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent with your college transcripts.
When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.
Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/20/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12743577
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILLHQNAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Primary duties include:

Program Management:

• 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 level.
• Complies with all Department of Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) credentialing, core competencies, proficiency, and ethical requirements.
• Advises installation leadership on policies and initiatives regarding the prevention of sexual assault and response services to victims.
• Develops processes, procedures, and communication strategies to assist Installation and Fleet Commanders in their AOR in executing the goals of the SAPR Program.
• Provides management, oversight, and training on data collection processes. Analyzes data to prioritize and gauge sexual assault response efforts and resource needs.
• Co-chairs the Case Management Group and ensures all unrestricted reports of sexual assault are presented monthly and assures that the needs and concerns of the victim are met and shared with the commanding authorities.
• Interfaces with military and civilian agencies to identify resources and services to promote availability of victim support systems for victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment.
• Collects and analyzes data to adapt, implement, and evaluate sexual assault response activities in compliance with policies and guidance.
• Facilitates the development of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events. Publicizes and advertises 24/7 response lines and reporting procedures for sexual assaults.
• Develops and maintains a current and comprehensive file of Navy and civilian resources for victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment.
• Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.
• 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

• Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs), Unit SAPR VAs, and 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, and available victim support 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

• Documents and maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), as required.
• Tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR to include, issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, and installation climate.
• 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 non-clinical support, and informing victims of their options.
• 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.
• Informs Service member victims of sexual harassment of all available SAPR services and conducts warm hand-offs to the Equal Opportunity Office for the filing of formal reports of sexual harassment as appropriate.