Loss Prevention Officer Job at US Army National Guard Units
US Army National Guard Units Cheyenne, WY 82009
Duties
This position is located at the Joint Force Headquarters-Wyoming National Guard (JFHQ-WY), Office of The Adjutant General (TAG). The purpose of this position is to manage and maintain the Army (ARNG) and Air (ANG) National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program for the Wyoming National Guard ensuring that victims are treated in a dignified, respectful, and considerate manner by all assisting personnel. This position is established as the State Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Officer.
Provides administrative, technical, subject matter expertise and guidance to the full scope of support service concerns and Synchronizing activities across multiple complex and intersecting segments (harassment, violence prevention, etc.). The sexual assault Program is State-wide providing advisory, consultation and guidance to high-level command issues pertaining to human services matters and programs benefiting families, military, and technicians. Develop policies, articulate program strategies, focus and initiatives, implement program, and provide good steward inspections, policy review, identify best business practices, engage outside stakeholders such as local non-governmental agency to develop sound long lasting resolutions; including methods used to establish program objectives.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
Position subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
Paid through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT).
May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
GS-0101-13 positions are within the professional series IAW 5 USC §3319, and compensably disabled preference eligibles (CPS/CP) are not automatically placed at the top of the Certificate of Eligibles (5 USC §3313). Eligibles will be listed in score order, including veterans' preference points.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, if eligible. Subject to funding and approval.
PCS is not authorized in lieu of incentives.
May be required to carry an electronic device (cellular phone) to facilitate immediate access for response to reported sexual assaults and be on an on-call roster to facilitate 24/7 capabilities when employees are off duty, on official leave, or TDY.
Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 September 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform position duties.
Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
May be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.
Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by TAG.
Background checks against all records as required by law, OPM, DOD, Army, Air Force, NGB policy and regulation will be conducted, prior to entering on duty in the position and, IAW governing regulations, on a recurring basis while employed in the position.
Duties and responsibilities of job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
Requires successful completion of an 80-Hour Foundation Course/SAPR training course and completion of all requirements to obtain D-SAACP Certification within 6 months of hire.
Qualifications
Referrals of qualified applicants will be issued in the following order:
Area 2: All permanent and indefinite WYNG Title 5 and T32 DST employed with the Wyoming Air/Army National Guard.
Area 3: All Current Federal employees within the Competitive and Excepted Service, and Competitive Service Reinstatement Eligible employees. Former NG T32 Dual Status employees receiving an Honorable or a General Discharge under Honorable Conditions are eligible for reinstatement provided they have been separated for at least one year before applying for reinstatement and received a rating of record of their most recent permanent position of a least fully successful (or equivalent).
Area 4: All currently assigned Active Guard/Reserve (AGR), and M-Day/Drill Status Guard (DSG) members of the Wyoming Air/Army NG. Currently serving and former NG Drill Status and M-Day soldiers and airmen are provided preference eligibility to compete for NG T5 positions.
* Veterans' Preference Rules are mandated by law and some applicants may receive priority consideration before other applicants without veterans' preference.
* Area 7: U.S. Citizens
TITLE 5 POSITION INFORMATION:
Type of Appointment: Permanent
Tenure: Group 1 or 2
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
FLSA: Exempt
Telework: The duties of this position require primary physical presence. Situational telework may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Para/Line: 119B/003
Selecting Official: BG Pritchett
Upon acceptance to this position, if selected candidate is a competitive employee, they will convert to Excepted Service and be required to sign a memorandum IAW 5 CFR 302.102. Acceptance of the proposed appointment will take the employee out of the competitive service while s/he occupies the position.
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education 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.
This is a Position of Significant Trust and Authority (POSTA) and selected personnel must complete an FBI fingerprint check and Defense Central Index of Investigations check (or equivalent military records, or State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) records check. Personnel may not have a disqualifying condition as listed in DoDI 6495.03, Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Paragraphs 3.2.a.(1) through 3.2.a.(7) prior to submitting DD Forms 2950, D-SAACP Application for New Applicants and DD Form 2950-1, D-SAACP Application Packet for Renewal Applicants.
In no event will an individual subject to this issuance be presumed to have a favorable background check merely because there has been a delay in receiving the results of the requisite background check.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. (Include legible copies of transcripts showing awarded degree with application.)
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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. The quality of the combination of education and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field. (Include legible copies of transcripts showing education with application.)
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Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Applicants may meet minimum qualification requirements through experience equivalent to a 4-year degree.
EXPERIENCE:
To qualify based on experience, applicant must possess at least 1 year equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-12) with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position in the public or private sector advising and providing counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management; serving as a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Officer (ex: State SAPR) to comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and/or National Guard Bureau (NGB) requirements to develop, manage, and assess climate and culture, prevention and response programs and activities for sexual assault and other areas of interpersonal violence and victim needs across the state, as directed by The Adjutant General (TAG) or agency heads; has experience providing services to a Brigade and Wing level (or equivalent) Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARCs); experience reviewing Brigade and Wing (or equivalent) SARCs expenditure plans, programs, guidelines, and validating budget utilization to address sexual assault prevention and response across the state/program.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
TIME-IN-GRADE: Applicants who are current non-temporary Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-13 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-12 Level. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials.
If you are a current non-temporary GS employee applying for a higher grade than the grade you currently hold, provide an SF-50 that shows the required lower grade was held for at least one year. Some SF-50s effective within the last 52 weeks will not demonstrate the required lower grade was held for at least one year (e.g., General Adjustment SF-50 from this year). In many cases, we may need to see two (2) SF-50s to determine time-in-grade and eligibility for promotion. If you are a DoD employee, you may obtain copies of your SF-50(s) from MyBiz (https://compo.dcpds.cpms.osd.mil/)
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Education
Refer to Basic Requirements section above.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/register/).
The Wyoming Military Department's (WYMD) 335, Personnel - General Merit Placement & Promotion Plan, is available at:
https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/WYMD-335-MPP-15-April-2023.pdf
Please do not send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the Wyoming National Guard Human Resource Office, you must apply on-line via www.USAJOBS.gov. The Human Resource can only process materials received through USA Jobs.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
External Awareness
Financial Management
Technical Credibility
- Serves as State Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Officer (State SAPR) to comply with Department of Defense (DOD) and National Guard Bureau (NGB) requirements to develop, manage, and assess climate and culture, prevention and response programs and activities for sexual assault and other areas of interpersonal violence and victim needs across the state, as directed by The Adjutant General (TAG).
- Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.
- Completes training and obtains system access for funds management and execution IAW applicable fiscal and budgetary guidance.
- TAG's principal advisor responsible for understanding, implementing, and communicating DOD and NGB policies and guidance.
- Accompanies TAG to any meetings, forums, briefs, etc., on SAPR related topics, ensuring TAG is equipped with the most current program information using the health of the force data slides and other vetted resources.
NUMERIC CATEGORY
Once the application process is complete, a review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be placed in a numeric group based upon ranking factors such as knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors as reflected in their application package. The quality categories are:
a. Highly Qualified: To be highly qualified, an applicant is considered by the Human Resources Office and Subject Matter Expert (selecting official) as being highly proficient in all the requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position almost immediately or with a minimum amount of training and/or orientation.
b. Well-Qualified: To be well qualified, an applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the position and is proficient in most, but not all, of the requirements of the position. May require some training or orientation to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
c. Qualified: To be qualified, an applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the position and is proficient in some, but not all, of the position's requirements. May require extensive training or orientation to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
Benefits
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Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume
- Full name, mailing address, email address, and phone numbers where you can be reached
- A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
- Show actual begin and end dates (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) format and hours worked per week for all work experience submitted.
- List all pertinent civilian and military experiences.
- Describe duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
2. Transcripts and/or Certifications (if applicable to the position being hired).
3. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable):Current or former federal employees must submit an SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held on a permanent basis, tenure and appointment type.
4. Cover Letter - Optional
5. Veterans Documentation: (if applicable, see below)
*** If claiming Veterans' Preference
Provide supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims e.g., DD 214, SF-15, VA Disability Ratings, etc. (if applicable)
If claiming 10-point preference, submit a Standard Form (SF-15) "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference." (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf)
Applicant MUST submit appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in loss of veteran's preference.
Legible copy of DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when terminal leave begins and ends, rank, and dates of active-duty service.
You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA Call Center or online.
NOTE: Prior to appointment, agency will require veteran to provide a copy of the DD-214.
a. CPS - 10-Point 30 Percent Compensable Disability Preference based on a service-connected disability of 30% or more.
b. CP - 10-Point Compensable Disability Preference based on a service-connected disability of 10% or more, but less than 30%.
c. XP - 10-Point Disability Preference; granted to recipients of the Purple Heart, persons with a non-compensable service-connected disability (less than 10%).
d. XP - 10-Point Derived Preference; granted to widow/widower or mother of a deceased veteran, or spouse or mother of a disabled veteran.
e. TP - 5-point preference.
f. SSP - 0-point Preference
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
To receive preference, veteran must have been discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). As defined in 5 USC 2101(2), "Armed Forces" means Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Veteran must also be eligible under one of the preference categories below.
Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference in appointment unless they are disabled veterans. (This does not apply to Reservists who will not begin drawing military retired pay until age 60.)
For non-disabled users, active duty for training by National Guard or Reserve soldiers does not qualify as "active duty" for preference.
For disabled veterans, active duty includes training service in the Reserves or National Guard, per the Merit Systems Protection Board decision in Hesse v. Department of the Army, 104 M.S.P.R.647 (2007).
Per 5 USC 2108, "war" means only those armed conflicts declared by Congress as war and includes World War II, which covers the period from December 7, 1941, to April 28, 1952.
Additional Resource: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11973720
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.Agency contact information
William Pacheco
Phone
(307) 772-5289
Fax
(307) 772-5168
Email
william.e.pacheco.civ@army.mil
Address
WY Joint Forces Headquarters ARNG
5410 Bishop Blvd
Cheyenne, WY 82009
USNext steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
1. Resume
- Full name, mailing address, email address, and phone numbers where you can be reached
- A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
- Show actual begin and end dates (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) format and hours worked per week for all work experience submitted.
- List all pertinent civilian and military experiences.
- Describe duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
2. Transcripts and/or Certifications (if applicable to the position being hired).
3. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable):Current or former federal employees must submit an SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held on a permanent basis, tenure and appointment type.
4. Cover Letter - Optional
5. Veterans Documentation: (if applicable, see below)
*** If claiming Veterans' Preference
Provide supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims e.g., DD 214, SF-15, VA Disability Ratings, etc. (if applicable)
If claiming 10-point preference, submit a Standard Form (SF-15) "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference." (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf)
Applicant MUST submit appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in loss of veteran's preference.
Legible copy of DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when terminal leave begins and ends, rank, and dates of active-duty service.
You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA Call Center or online.
NOTE: Prior to appointment, agency will require veteran to provide a copy of the DD-214.
a. CPS - 10-Point 30 Percent Compensable Disability Preference based on a service-connected disability of 30% or more.
b. CP - 10-Point Compensable Disability Preference based on a service-connected disability of 10% or more, but less than 30%.
c. XP - 10-Point Disability Preference; granted to recipients of the Purple Heart, persons with a non-compensable service-connected disability (less than 10%).
d. XP - 10-Point Derived Preference; granted to widow/widower or mother of a deceased veteran, or spouse or mother of a disabled veteran.
e. TP - 5-point preference.
f. SSP - 0-point Preference
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
To receive preference, veteran must have been discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). As defined in 5 USC 2101(2), "Armed Forces" means Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Veteran must also be eligible under one of the preference categories below.
Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference in appointment unless they are disabled veterans. (This does not apply to Reservists who will not begin drawing military retired pay until age 60.)
For non-disabled users, active duty for training by National Guard or Reserve soldiers does not qualify as "active duty" for preference.
For disabled veterans, active duty includes training service in the Reserves or National Guard, per the Merit Systems Protection Board decision in Hesse v. Department of the Army, 104 M.S.P.R.647 (2007).
Per 5 USC 2108, "war" means only those armed conflicts declared by Congress as war and includes World War II, which covers the period from December 7, 1941, to April 28, 1952.
Additional Resource: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
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Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
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Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
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Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Refer to applicable Areas of Consideration below for hiring consideration.
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