Supervisory Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

This position is assigned to the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL. The primary purpose is to serve as the primary focal point for directing and coordinating response activities on Navy installations for supported tenant commands. The Supervisory Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) has direct and unimpeded access to the Installation commander and all tenant commanders on the installation.

Responsibilities

• Program Management (40% of time):
  • Manage the SAPR Program for and support the installation commander by advising on all response-related matters and implementation of response strategy.
  • Serve as the single source for SAPR Program advice and guidance to Installation leadership (including tenant commands).
  • Communicate directly with the Installation Commander to provide regular updates and oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of all response activities at the installation level, ensuring adherence to SAPR policies and program requirements.
  • Implement the SAPR program in the assigned Area of Responsibility (AOR) and conduct ongoing assessments of its consistency and effectiveness.
  • Identify program needs, challenges, and present recommendations to influence policy compliance issues.
  • Stay abreast of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and CNIC policies and interpret/articulate their meaning, priorities, and intent.
  • Collect and analyze data to adapt, implement, and evaluate sexual assault response activities in compliance with policies and guidance.
  • Utilize data to prioritize and gauge sexual assault response efforts and resource needs.
  • Oversee planning, implementation, and evaluation of all response activities at the local level.
  • Communicate research findings, program implementation progress, and training opportunities to local stakeholders and leadership.
  • Perform victim advocacy duties, as needed.
  • Ensure sexual harassment victims' safety concerns are assessed and identified safety issues are reported in accordance with policy.
  • Maintain liaison with commanders, DoD law enforcement, Military Criminal Investigative Organizations (MCIOs), and civilian authorities to facilitate protocols and procedures.
  • Collaborate with other agencies and activities to improve SAPR responses and support of victims of sexual assault and build strategic relationships.
  • Serve as the co-chair of the monthly Case Management Group (CMG) meetings, Quarterly CMGs, and oversee the High-Risk Response Teams.
  • Plan for and execute expenditures in accordance with Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) purchasing processes. May serve as a NAF purchase cardholder or approving official.
• Supervisory Duties (60% of time):
  • Provide immediate supervisory technical oversight for up to six (6) subordinate full-time SARCs and SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs) responsible for facilitating sexual assault reporting and victim assistance.
  • Approve leave while ensuring adequate coverage to meet requirements.
  • Establish program and team goals and administratively/technically direct work, including full-time deputy supervisory SARC, SARCs, SAPR VAs, special duty assignments, collateral duty, and deployable sexual response personnel.
  • Assign work based on priorities, difficulty, requirements, and staff capabilities.
  • Monitor and track SARCs and SAPR VAs progress toward DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) and work with local human resources offices to ensure personnel attain and maintain certification levels within required timeframes.
  • Ensure compliance with all D-SAACP credentialing, core competencies, and ethical requirements; work with local human resources to take progressive disciplinary action as appropriate.
  • Provide advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on work and administrative policies, procedures, directives (including personnel policies), technical direction, and guidance; assess compliance with applicable DoD and DON instructions and policies.
  • Support CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; foster a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and reprisal; ensure equitable treatment of all staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successfully complete a background investigation, including fingerprint identification and background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check; any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process requiring two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have salary sent to a financial institution of choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• This position requires routine on-site access to government facilities; occasional telework may be ad hoc and situational only.
• Occasional travel up to approximately 25% or more may be required for work assignments, meetings, training events, site assist visits, or court hearings. Travel is required to attend mandated DoD and Navy SAPR training.
• Must comply with D-SAACP policy guidelines and complete initial and ongoing certification training requirements.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history background check with no adverse information or feedback received.
• Childcare National Agency Check and Inquiry (CNACI) background check is required.
• Position requires obtaining/maintaining eligibility for a Secret security clearance; an Access National Agency Check Investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF86 Security Form.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Qualifications

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

• 5 years of specialized experience in victim assistance or advocacy within either the military or civilian sector.
• Knowledge of personnel policy and practices to handle human resources requirements in a government environment (e.g., recruitment, performance management, evaluation).
• Knowledge of associated laws, regulations, and policies used by the DoD, DON, and other U.S. government agencies to effectively manage individuals and teams in the workplace.
• Knowledge of techniques to mentor, motivate, and coach subordinate employees and skill in leadership practices to develop a cohesive team.
• Knowledge of Federal and agency regulations, organizational program and missions, and pertinent laws, regulations, and policies related to program/operations to consider their impact on programs.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims.
• Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the DoD and SAPR Program, along with local, state, federal laws, and military regulations and policies pertaining to sexual assault, victim advocacy, and other acts of interpersonal violence to plan, organize, implement, and carry out program components.
• Expert knowledge of DoD, DON, and CNIC SAPR policies and ability to accurately interpret/articulate their meaning, priorities, and intent.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, and 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 specialized social service programs, and behavioral or social science principles to direct Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program activities.
• Thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices relating to privacy of information.
• Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
• Knowledge 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, Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID), and Fleet and Family Support Management Information System.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting a wide variety of issues and formulating policy or procedural solutions.
• Skill in the use of office software applications and required management data systems to enter data, prepare reports, and develop information.
• Skill in providing victim advocacy and working with victims of sexual assault.
• Ability and skillset to provide effective leadership training and briefings to commands, victim advocates, and first responders.
• Ability to independently plan, develop, prioritize, and manage continuing projects, operations, and programs.
• 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 policies, practices, procedures, issues, and concerns associated with sexual assault and other acts of interpersonal violence, prevention, response, and victim advocacy.
• Ability to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
• Ability to maintain an 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 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 and effectively with others in a team environment.