PREVENTION COORDINATION SPECIALIST
Your tasks
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Prevention Coordination Specialist at an Air Force/Space Force installation. Under the direction of the Integrated Prevention Chief, the Prevention Coordination Specialist develops and delivers integrated prevention and resilience programs.
Leads management, implementation and delivery of research-based and evidence-informed activities related to Integrated Primary Prevention and Resilience Programs with the intent to stimulate change in knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and behaviors in general and target populations. Uses professional knowledge to lead installation prevention education and training efforts to include all mandatory integrated prevention and resilience training as required by DoD, DAF, Major/Field Command and installation leadership. Collaborates with installation prevention partners on content and delivery of ongoing primary prevention and resilience training and education. Community Action Team member directly supporting execution of established initiatives and development of the installation Comprehensive Integrated Primary Prevention (CIPP) Plan. Develop and deliver effective primary prevention and resilience strategic communication and marketing that drives healthy and positive cultural norms leading to a resilient Total Force and families. Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency.
Requirements
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrate that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR Combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: I have at least one full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include:
- Applying knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies as well as behavioral, social science and/or public health practices principles and theories relating to prevention and resilience.
- Providing knowledge of a wide range of delivery systems relating to prevention and resilience and the multiple uses of such systems.
- Using knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Providing in-depth knowledge of military culture, military family dynamics, and the unique challenges military families face.
- Working well in a team approach and effectively lead and chair committees, working groups, and teams.
- Communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Comprehensive and professional knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies as well as behavioral, social science and/or public health practices principles and theories relating to prevention and resilience.
- Thorough knowledge of a wide range of delivery systems relating to prevention and resilience and the multiple uses of such systems.
- In-depth knowledge of DAF culture, military family dynamics, related professional fields, and a thorough knowledge Of the DAF community and the unique challenges that DAF families face; or equivalent knowledge.
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Ability to effectively lead and chair committees, working groups, and teams.
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.
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.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Other
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.