THIS IS AN INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is in the Excepted Service under the authority of Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA) This position is part of the IN Joint Forces HQ TAG, Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number PD#T5921000. If you would like the complete list of duties, please contact the POC of this announcement.
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: 4-year degree behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences. (unofficial transcript required with application) 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 that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences. (unofficial transcript required with application) 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 AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level which at the GS-11 level includes: Experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of social science program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions. Skill in assessing installation program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluating program results and effectiveness, and recommending and/or implementing solutions for improvements. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families. Knowledge of complex organizational dynamics, impact of management styles, organizational cultures, and ethics sufficient to identify and propose changes that resolve systemic problems. Skill in applying knowledge to accomplish a variety of difficult and complex work assignments in carrying out the SAPR program. Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Skill in providing culturally informed services that empower marginalized individuals and adapt support strategies to align with the cultural, social, and personal contexts of each victim. Knowledge of the available military and civilian resources on-installation and off- installation, what each resource can provide for a victim, and limitations and/or exceptions to confidentiality that may apply for to each resource. PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AS THE FOLLOWING HAS CHANGED Indiana National Guard (INNG) Federal Technicians will wait 36 months after being selected for a new position before applying for another position within the INNG. If you meet the requirements listed below, you will need to submit a signed Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum with your application to be considered for the position. If you have questions about applicability, send an email explaining your situation to the HRO Staffing inbox listed below. If you are a Tenure 0 Temporary employee (your position has a not-to-exceed date), you do not need an ETP memo. If you became a new employee through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo. If you received a promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo. If you require an ETP memorandum, you can download the template here: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/NGIN-J1HR/SitePages/Technician-Staffing.aspx The memorandum will be written by you, the employee, and signed by your supervisory chain up to the Director level. Directors and Supervisors will submit the signed memorandum for final review to the HRO Staffing inbox: ng.in.inarng.mbx.hro-staffing-section@army.mil The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is the final approval for all ETP waivers. If approved, the memorandum will be returned to you and then submitted with your application. Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section): Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade
Serve as the single point of contact to coordinate response activities and oversee both military and civilian SAPR VAs in providing a non-clinical response.
Apply basic strategies for skilled communication, including developing rapport and actively listening, to perform essential victim advocacy and support duties for adult cases of sexual assault.
Serve as the single point of contact for command notification regarding sexual assault reports within their AOR and have unimpeded access to the victim and subject’s Commander.
Provide expert guidance to SAPR VAs on the completion of the “Victim Advocate Recommendations to the Commander,” finalize the recommendations package and provide to victim’s Commander for decision.
Inform victims of the resources available and manage reports of retaliation, reprisal, ostracism, maltreatment, or to request a transfer in accordance with DoD and Service policy.
Assist victims to identify and prioritize referrals and SAPR program resources tailored to their unique needs, prioritizing victim self-determination and informed decision making.
Employ complex trauma-informed practices to provide emotional support, ensuring victims feel respected, heard, and understood.
Manage SAPR cases and referrals, to include data entry of official reports of sexual assault and SAPR Related Inquires into the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database.
Serve as a SAPR subject matter expert in interdisciplinary meetings and initiatives within the AOR and in the community as assigned by the Supervisory Principal SARC.
Assist in program evaluation and improvement initiatives by providing feedback and suggestions to the Supervisory Principal SARC and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Advisory Committee SAPRAC, as applicable.
Collaborate and consult with other SAPR personnel to ensure efficient service delivery, manage caseloads, and meet reporting requirements within the applicable timeframes per guidance.
Ensure that the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated to the SAPR VAs and integrated into the team’s strategies, goals, objectives, work plans, work products, and services.
Articulate and communicate to the SAPR VA team the requirements of assignments, projects, problems to be solved, actionable events, milestones, program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion.
Performs other duties as assigned.