SHARP PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICES SPECIALIST (SAR WF)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Shortage Category and/or Critical Need Positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program Support Services Specialist (SAR WF) responsible for strategic business process management, change management, and management of administrative operations needed to support the SHARP program. Learn more about this agency Duties Advise program managers and other leaders on sexual harassment/assault program initiatives, policies, and procedures (e.g., SHARP). Analyze, evaluate, and incorporate changes to improve business processes and practices of sexual harassment/assault program initiatives, policies, and procedures (e.g., SHARP). Utilize data from multiple automated sources to prepare written work products (e.g., reports, briefings, information papers), highlighting information on significant actions of importance. Analyze work processes and functions, logistical, and IT/communications requirements in order to recommend new or improved configurations to promote organizational efficiency and reduce costs. Develop manuals, directives, or standard operating procedures (SOPs) needed to manage administrative operations (reports, personnel management, records management, travel, supply, etc.) in support of an organizational unit. Conduct detailed analysis of mission requirements in order to develop travel options consistent with regulatory provisions (e.g., Joint Travel Regulation, Defense Travel System guidance). Operate a supply management program that includes a variety of expendable and nonexpendable items and material through central supply channels, direct purchase, and formal procurement processes. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance. Incumbents in these positions are required to self-report civilian arrests, the filing of criminal charges, and/or convictions of any criminal offense to their supervisors and security office. Must attend and graduate from required SHARP training courses within six months of employment. While waiting for training or completion of certification, the employee may be reassigned or detailed to a position that meets the employee’s qualifications and skills. The detail or reassignment will be without promotion or demotion and will be until the DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certificate is provided. Must maintain an active D-SAACP certification and up-to-date commander appointment orders prior to having any victim contact or access to victim information. In the event that D-SAACP certification expires or is revoked, the individual is not authorized to serve in any SHARP position or perform SHARP duties until D-SAACP certification is reinstated. Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle should the need arise to operate a government vehicle/motor pool vehicle. This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes developing, implementing, and evaluating business processes utilizing knowledge of sexual harassment/assault (SHARP) programs; managing a variety of administrative service operations (e.g., reports, personnel, records, travel, events, supply, etc.) necessary for efficient and effective organizational mission accomplishment. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) General Administration and Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Incentives may be authorized; however, this is contingent upon multiple factors, including funds availability. If authorized certain incentives may require you to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a period of up to 3 years. Note: this statement does not imply or guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Incentives may include the following: moving expenses, recruitment or relocation incentive; student loan repayment; superior qualifications appointment, creditable service for annual leave for prior non-federal work experience or prior uniformed military service, etc. Expand Hide  additional information 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. Benefits 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. 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