Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate (Sapr Va)-Title 5

Army National Guard Units • Frankfort, KY

10h

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 excepted service position with the Kentucky J1, National Guard, classified as GS-0101-11. It is an indefinite appointment expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years. The appointment will not exceed June 1, 2027, and will not be extended without further competition.

The Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate provides essential victim services, advocacy, and support to adult victims of sexual assault. The role delivers a non-clinical response that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented. The advocate uses skilled communication, rapport-building, active listening, and crisis intervention, and responds to requests and completes required documentation within mandated timeframes.

The advocate assists victims with official reporting forms and explains Restricted and Unrestricted Reporting options, including applicable limitations, exceptions, and eligibility for Special Victims' Counsel. The position conducts standardized risk screening and complex assessments, develops individualized safety interventions, and safeguards confidentiality and informed consent in accordance with applicable military rules, ethics standards, and guidance.

The position collaborates with state SAPR personnel, manages caseloads and reporting requirements, and helps plan, schedule, and deliver SAPR training. Work hours may vary and may include 24/7 on-call availability. The employee may be required to work outside normal duty hours.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower level in the normal federal service progression (GS-09) or equivalent private- or public-sector experience.
• Experience and knowledge of the DoD and National Guard organization and missions, and of local, state, and federal laws, military regulations, policies, and executive orders relating to sexual assault victim advocacy.
• Experience developing and managing prevention and support programs for sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and victim needs.
• Experience developing plans, priorities, guidelines, training, and/or budgets for sexual assault prevention and response support programs.
• Experience managing or responding to sexual-assault crisis intervention.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality and processing Restricted or Unrestricted documentation.
• Experience preparing and conducting briefings for senior leaders and management.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, executive orders, and issues relating to sexual assault and domestic abuse prevention.
• Must obtain D-SAACP credential within 60 days of appointment and maintain active certification.
• Must graduate from required SAPR training courses and receive the DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certificate within six months of appointment.
• Must pass POSTMR screening and obtain and maintain favorable adjudication of a Tier 3 or equivalent background investigation; additional checks may recur.
• Must comply with the Lautenberg Amendment restriction: individuals convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties.
• Must self-report civilian arrests, criminal charges, and convictions to supervisors and the security office.
• Must be able to work outside normal duty hours and be available on a 24/7 on-call or rotational basis to respond to helpline, law enforcement, or medical facility calls.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must submit a resume documenting complete employment dates and work schedule or hours per week for civilian and military employment, and substantiate the requirements in the applicant's own words.
• Must provide official transcripts to receive credit for education.
• Must be registered under the Military Selective Service Act if applicable.
• This is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory; may be subject to furlough actions; may be required to complete a trial period.
• The position is located at a tobacco-free facility and acceptance of a federal position terminates TRS eligibility.
• Position is prohibited for chaplain personnel and assistants, law enforcement personnel, judge advocates and paralegals, military commanders, and medical and mental health providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential victim services, advocacy, and support to adult victims of sexual assault using a trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented non-clinical approach.
• Build rapport, actively listen, provide initial advocacy and crisis intervention support, respond within mandated timeframes, and complete required documents on time.
• Assist victims with DD Form 2910 and other applicable DoD forms while carefully handling personally identifiable information and covered communications.
• Explain Restricted and Unrestricted Reporting options, options for victims not ready to report, applicable exceptions and limitations, and eligibility criteria for Special Victims' Counsel.
• Conduct complex trauma-informed assessments and standardized risk screenings, and develop tailored interventions addressing victims’ needs and immediate safety concerns.
• Advise victims about informed consent, confidentiality protections and exceptions, and the purpose of information shared, consistent with Military Rules of Evidence 514, the D-SAACP Professional Code of Ethics, and applicable guidance.
• Collaborate with state SAPR personnel to support efficient service delivery, manage caseloads, and meet reporting requirements.
• Plan, schedule, and deliver SAPR training for stakeholders and local populations on policies, procedures, reporting options, and other topics assigned by the Supervisory Principal SARC.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed