THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate (SAPR VA)-Title 5, Position Description Number T5922000 and is part of the Joint Forces Headquarters, Wisconsin National Guard. This position is in the Excepted Service "under the authority for Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA)"
Perform essential victim service, advocacy, and support duties; provide a non-clinical response that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented, and without prejudice to adult victims of sexual assault.
Apply basic strategies for skilled communication, including developing rapport and actively listening to provide initial victim advocacy services and crisis intervention support for adult victims of sexual assault and comply with mandated timeframes for responding to requests and completing required documents within those timeframes.
Accept official reports of sexual assault by assisting the victim in completing the Defense Department (DD) Form 2910 and other official Department of Defense (DoD) forms as applicable taking sensitive care of handling personally identifiable information when it is disclosed, as well as covered communications.
Demonstrate expertise in offering comprehensive guidance to victims on reporting options(Restricted and Unrestricted), to include options for those not ready to report, explaining exceptions and limitations for each, and ensuring understanding of the eligibility criteria for Special Victims' Counsel (SVC). Perform a series of complex assessments using trauma-informed approaches for all reports of adult sexual assault.
Implement mandatory standardized risk screening protocols to address immediate risk and safety concerns and apply strategies to develop tailored interventions that address the needs of individual victims.
Value and prioritize confidentiality and informed consent standards when advising the victim on the purpose of any information shared during each interaction, ensuring to advise the victim on the protections and exceptions to confidentiality for all covered communications, to include Restricted and Unrestricted Reporting, per Military Rules of Evidence 514 "Victim Advocate - Victim Privilege" and DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Professional Code of Ethics, and applicable guidance.
Collaborate and consult with other SAPR personnel in the state to ensure efficient service delivery manage caseloads, and meet reporting requirements. Facilitate the planning, scheduling, and delivery of SAPR training for diverse stakeholders and local populations, covering SAPR policies, procedures, reporting options, and other pertinent topics delegated by the Supervisory Principal SARC in compliance with DoD and Service policy.
Successfully complete DoD-approved training and professional development to stay informed about best practices and emerging issues and maintain D-SAACP certification.
Establish and maintain connections with internal and external stakeholders, including law enforcement (to include the Special Victim Investigation and Prosecution), legal professionals (to include Judge Advocates and SVCs), healthcare providers, Chaplains, Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce members, leaders, and community organizations, fostering collaboration, open communication, and a cohesive approach in sexual assault cases to support SAPR program initiatives and case management.
*** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. ***
Degree: Behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or 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. or Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
*You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Paid Time Off (Annual and Sick Leave) Paid Training Opportunities Paid Time Off for Military Duties Flexible Work Scheduling Fitness/Work Out Time (3hrs/week) 11 Paid Federal Holidays Off Promotion and Advancement Opportunities Work/Life Balance Federal Pension after 5 Years TSP Savings Plan (similar to 401K) Meaningful Work that directly affects the Wisconsin National Guard Challenging and Rewarding Career Professional Development and Mentorship Opportunities
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This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.
The posted pay range is $78098 – $101533/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-17.
This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-04 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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