Prevention Specialist

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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Prevention Specialist, GS-0101-11, to perform as the Chief, Integrated Prevention working at the 452nd Air Mobility Wing (AMW), March Air Reserve Base (ARB), in Moreno Valley, California.

Make a meaningful impact as a Prevention Specialist supporting a resilient, ready Air Force community. Lead and evaluate evidence-informed primary prevention initiatives that address harmful behaviors, strengthen protective factors, and connect people with valuable resources. Design and facilitate engaging education, training, and outreach; use feedback and data to improve results; and collaborate with installation leaders and community partners to advance integrated prevention efforts. If you are a skilled facilitator, relationship builder, and program professional committed to lasting positive change, apply today.

Salary ($87,061 - $113,185).

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for; you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

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Qualifications/Requirements:

In this position you will serve at an Air or Space Force installation. Major responsibilities include completion of administrative functions, budget execution, and implementation of integrated primary prevention and resilience program education and training for the total base population. Also works collaboratively with installation Integrated Resilience Office (IRO) partners to coordinate and integrate prevention activities to effectively prevent negative outcomes associated with areas such as sexual assault, domestic abuse (incl. intimate partner violence and child abuse and neglect), workplace violence (incl. harassment, bullying and hazing), suicide, and alcohol abuse/misuse prevention.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain and maintain a current "Secret" Security clearance.

Completion of a Child Care National Agency Check with Inquiries background check is mandated.

Degree Requirements:

Degree: At least a bachelor's degree in a 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.

The incumbent must be able to obtain Department of Defense (DoD) credentialing for Prevention Personnel within 90-days of assigned duties.

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.

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Must be of legal work age.

AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer