Prevention Coordination Specialist

Air Combat Command • Creech AFB, NV

3d

About The Position

Serves as the Prevention Coordination Specialist at an Air Force/Space Force installation. Under the direction of the Integrated Prevention Chief, develops and delivers integrated prevention and resilience programs, activities, and resources tailored to personal readiness and the local or unique risk and protective factors of the population served. Leads the management, implementation, and delivery of research-based and evidence-informed activities related to Integrated Primary Prevention and Resilience Programs to influence knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors in general and target populations. Supports installation prevention education and training, Community Action Team initiatives, the installation Comprehensive Integrated Primary Prevention Plan, and strategic communication and marketing intended to foster healthy cultural norms and a resilient Total Force and families. The role requires professional development and maintaining technical proficiency. The position is obligated NTE 29 Nov 2031 and requires obtaining and maintaining the applicable prevention personnel credential within 90 days of hire. A Secret security clearance and favorable completion of a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquiries background check are required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Meet the basic occupational requirement through a degree in behavioral or social science or a related discipline; four years of appropriate experience demonstrating equivalent knowledge; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent, applying prevention and resilience-related laws, regulations, policies, behavioral/social science and/or public health principles and theories.
• Knowledge of prevention and resilience delivery systems and their uses.
• Knowledge of curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and measurement of training effects.
• In-depth knowledge of military culture, military family dynamics, and challenges faced by military families, or equivalent knowledge.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and lead and chair committees, working groups, and teams.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Merit-promotion applicants must meet the applicable time-in-grade requirement; one year at GS-11 is required for GS-12 consideration where TIG applies.
• Obtain the appropriate D-CPPP credential within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment in the IPP Program.
• Favorable completion of a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquiries background check.
• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Meet screening and suitability criteria in DoD and DAF guidance.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May occasionally be required to work outside normal duty hours.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to frequent program and policy modifications.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a behavioral, social science, or related discipline appropriate to the position is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in primary prevention is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead management, implementation, and delivery of research-based and evidence-informed Integrated Primary Prevention and Resilience Program activities.
• Lead installation prevention education and training efforts, including mandatory integrated prevention and resilience training required by DoD, DAF, Major/Field Command, and installation leadership.
• Serve as a Community Action Team member, supporting execution of established initiatives and development of the installation Comprehensive Integrated Primary Prevention Plan.
• Develop and deliver primary prevention and resilience strategic communications and marketing to promote healthy, positive cultural norms and a resilient Total Force and families.
• Develop and deliver integrated prevention and resilience programs, activities, and resources tailored to personal readiness and the population’s local or unique risk and protective factors.
• Complete professional development and maintain technical proficiency.
• Obtain the appropriate D-CPPP credential within 90 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment in the IPP Program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on employment status and eligibility.
• Possible PCS relocation payment if authorized, subject to applicable rules and agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior