Sexual Assault Prevention And Response Victim Advocate
Job Location:
Bethesda, MD - USA
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Job Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
- You will guide employees on issues related to a sexual assault prevention and response program.
- You will serve as point of contact for senior management faculty or staff regarding sexual assault response programs.
- You will complete risk assessments and documentation for case review.
- You will develop reports information papers talking points briefing packages or other Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program information for senior leaders.
- You will provide victim advocacy services and crisis intervention support for adult victims of sexual assault.
- You will perform complex assessments using trauma-informed approaches for reports of sexual assault.
- You will implement risk screening protocols and provide assistance to victims in securing treatment requested by the victims.
- You will inform victims of resources available to report instances of sexual assault and provide victim tailored comprehensive referrals of resources to include victim advocacy legal and medical/mental healthcare.
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD) the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States drivers license.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an active D-SAACP certification in accordance with Section 584 of Public Law 112-81 and DoD Instruction (DoDI) 6495.03 and any subsequent policy updates applicable to this program.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- This position is subject to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings weekends and holidays in an on-call or rotational basis. The on-call or rational status requires varied work hours to include a requirement to be available 24/7.
- Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; may not have a disqualifying condition as listed in DoDI 6495.03 and any subsequent policy updates applicable to this program.
GS-11 In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Provide sexual assault advocacy services; Develop and implement crisis plans of action and sexual assault assistance plans; Develop and coordinate command SAPR prevention and awareness campaigns or events; and Conduct education and training sexual assault workshops/seminars Effectively present and promote ideas and issues (to include sensitive or controversial topics) before various audiences.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. professional philanthropic religious spiritual community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Applicants must meet the following basic/positive education qualification requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:Applicants must possess:
- 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.
- Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related discipline appropriate to the position OR
- Successful completion of 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree. OR
- A combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Several vacancies may be filled.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
This announcement uses the DHA for DoD Sexual Assault Program Response Workforce
PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position grade level and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge skills abilities and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However if you claim veterans preference you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
