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Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
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Preferences
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I have a valid, current state driver's license or I am able and willing to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
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Assessment 1
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Respond to all the questions below. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information your references provide.
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Do you meet the following General Experience requirements? All on-board National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service employees assigned to Title 5 Excepted Service SAPR Program, must be certified at the next higher grade-level before considered as eligible for merit promotions to Series GS-0301 SAPR Program positions; AND, must have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level.New hire applicant (to include an on-board Title 32 or a Title 5 Competitive Service employee who is employed in a different series' position) must have at least two years on-the-job experiences that are commensurate or equivalent to Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program business, with demonstrated understanding of the principles and concepts defined by a practical knowledge of family programs, military community services, victim advocacy and/or associated functional areas. The following basic qualification factors are applicable for this position: Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication; ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; ability to communicate clearly and effectively; skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and, skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.
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Do you meet the following Specialized Experience requirements?
To qualify for the GS-0301-12 SARC position, you must possess at least 12 months of military and/or civilian specialized working experiences, education, and training that resulted in competent and expert knowledge levels of the SAPR program's principles and practices. Must possess specialized experiences in completing SAPR procedures in regard to understanding the physical and/or psychological trauma of sexual assault and the investigative and legal aspects of adult military sexual assault. Knowledgeable of military organizations, mission impacts, military life- styles, civilian resources, and traumatic situations that may contribute to individual and interpersonal stress, working environment problems, or crisis. Experienced in managing or responding to crisis intervention for sexual assaults. Capable of professionally expressing oneself orally and in-writing; experiences included interacting with diversified groups, individuals, and organizations. Experienced in developing, executing, and maintaining effective professional relationships; and, skilled in identifying potential problems and initiating problem-solving techniques. Experienced and competent in presenting formal and informal program briefings to senior leaders. Skilled in preparing written technical reports, briefings, and training plans for all levels of leadership that include data charts, training progress and coverage, with gap analysis reviews. Competent to instruct and facilitate the training of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) programs. Skilled in performing and managing the administrative duties and tasks of the SAPR programs. Competent in developing specialized training materials with the ability to deliver effective interactive trainings. Experienced and knowledgeable in the sexual assault and domestic abuse prevention policies, regulations, and statutory requirements in the military or civilian sectors. Experienced in completing statistical trends analysis and reporting to NGB. Meets Tier 2 screening requirements to be granted access to the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID), or similar data-bases, and the rules for documenting cases within prescribed time frames and is competent in understanding DSAID; or, similar data-bases, and is able to meet the rules for documenting cases within prescribed time frames. Experienced in maintaining confidentiality, and processing restricted or unrestricted sexual assault medical Line of Duty (LOD) documentation. Must be experienced in conducting DoD Survivor Experience Surveys for submission to DoD that provides an assessment of the National Guard SAPR Program success for feedback on victim/survivor care. Experienced in screening, interviewing, training, and monitoring appointed or volunteer collateral duty Victim Advocates.
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Choose one answer which best describes the educational requirements that you possess:
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Do you possess a qualifying conviction for a sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, or violent crime and/or registered as a sex offender?
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Manages and implements the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
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Performs long-term planning and organizational development necessary to accomplish human relations functions in support of education, training, and response for the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program.
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Provides oversight to SARCs, and in coordination with the JFHQ Victim Advocate Coordinator (VAC), and manages case assignments for Victim Advocates (VA) to perform SAPR duties.
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Inputs and updates the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID).
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Inputs and updates sexual assault case data for reports of sexual assaults from National Guard Soldiers and/or Airmen for statistical trends analysis and reporting to NGB for inclusion in the DoD Annual Report to Congress.
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Confidentially inputs medical Line of Duty (LOD) documentation and information into the automated online LOD Module which enables NGB to authorize medical services and payment of related medical expenses stemming from the sexual assault of a National Guard members.
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Manages the overall sexual assault reporting process and documentation in coordination with the Wing SARC(s) as established by Department of Defense (DoD), Army, Air Force, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Army National Guard (ARNG) and Air Force National Guard (ANG) requirements for the state populations of ARNG and ANG.
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Collects data and conducts trend analysis regarding incidents of sexual assault.
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Manages case information of sexual assault; safeguards and retains all case file information in DSAID in accordance with law.
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Ensures reports of sexual assault are reported to the appropriate command levels in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures.
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Ensures that information is disseminated on an official need-to-know basis and that is confidentiality maintained.
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Maintains accurate accountability of all SAPR/SHARP funds.
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Receives General Financial Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), STANFIN, Fiscal Law, National Guard Budgetary Management, Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and Government Purchase Card (GPC) training, to ensure all funds are executed in accordance with NGBs annual budgetary guidance for funds.
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Serves as the state representative to the Regional SAPR Advisory Committee (SAPRAC) to include attendance at related training courses, conferences, and meetings.
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May also be selected by region to serve as the representative to the National SAPRAC.
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Serves as the co-chair for the state Case Management Group (CMG) with responsibility for scheduling and coordinating the CMG and other members.
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Maintains liaison with civilian authorities, chaplains, military/civilian medical and legal services, and commanders to facilitate immediate response and accurate reporting of sexual assault incidents.
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Conducts meetings, both on and off the installation, with community outreach organizations in the interest of improving services to victims of sexual assault and referrals for domestic violence.
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Develops and plans Sexual Assault Awareness program activities through the year and conducts these activities in April to support the DoD National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM).
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Serves as principal advisor to the Adjutant General (TAG) with responsibility for understanding and implementing Department of Defense (DoD), Army, Air Force, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Army National Guard (ARNG) and Air Force National Guard (ANG) policies and guidance.
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Reviews Sexual Assault policies and programs to determine barriers, if any, and advises the Adjutant General relative to their impact on National Guard policy to overcome high risk areas and potential offender behaviors; and recommends changes or new actions to TAG, Chief of Staff, and Human Resources Officer.
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Provides guidance and advice to TAG, senior commanders, supervisors, officers, commanders, and senior enlisted managers regarding statutory and regulatory requirements.
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Serves as the primary advisor regarding selection and performance of Vas.
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Provides and informs the victim about available reporting options and benefits and/or limitations.
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Ensures that victims receive guidance and support during administrative, medical, investigative, and legal procedures; and ensures victims understand the processes involved.
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Coordinates for continuity of care (warm hand-off) with active duty or deployed SARC personnel to maintain the services and support the victim's needs after release from an active duty deployment or attendance of an active component school.
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Coordinates with other SARC personnel for warm hand-offs when service members transfer.
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Serves as the referral and resource to employees who report they are victims of sexual assault.
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Coordinates with Wing/Deployable SARC in assigning a VA to assist the victim immediately upon notification of the incident while ensuring confidentiality.
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Oversees the plan for and ensures the immediate safety and physical needs of the victim.
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Publicizes and advertises the DOD Safe Helpline and installation 24/7 response line and reporting procedures for sexual assaults to ensure 24/7, 365 response capability.
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Monitors services provided to victims of sexual assault from initial reports of sexual assault through disposition and resolution of the victim's health and well-being.
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Coordinates and maintains Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) or Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) with appropriate authorities and community resources to establish and ensure a desirable standard of care for personnel seeking community support and/or services.
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Conducts, facilitates, and/or coordinates sexual assault prevention training for new hires, supervisors, and all members of the state National Guard.
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Provides training for VAs in accordance with training certification standards and approved content from DoD SAPRO.
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Ensures overall training management of sexual assault awareness, prevention training, and victim advocacy.
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Conducts senior leader training to increase awareness of sexual assault issues and offender behavior.
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Conducts annual refresher SAPR Program training for all assigned Brigade/Wing SARCs and all Battalion/Wing VAs within the state and tracks mandated hours of DoD bi-annual refresher training for all victim advocates.
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Do you certify that all of your responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate; and do you accept that if your supporting documentation does not support one or more of your responses to the questionnaire that your application may be rated lower or you may be removed from further consideration?
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