PREVENTION SPECIALIST (PREV WF)

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience 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. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Prevention Specialist (PREV WF) must be met first: 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.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1). Use the socio-ecological model to create comprehensive plans that address and resolve multifaceted public health issues; 2). Align prevention efforts with the organization's missions to reduce harmful behaviors within the military community; and 3).

Conduct community needs assessments to identify local risk and protective factors specific to the military community and culture. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12 or above). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify.

For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Align prevention activities with organizational goals and objectives.,Develop and lead comprehensive, innovative primary prevention plans and strategies, integrating activities across the socio-ecological model to address complex public health issues within the military context.,Provide guidance to personnel regarding the socio-ecological model addressing the interplay between individual, interpersonal/relationship, community, and societal factors in the prevention of harmful behaviors.,Conduct community needs assessments to identify local risk and protective factors specific to the military community and culture.,Analyze and interpret data including Command Climate Assessment results, to improve prevention activities.,Administer research projects to collect data regarding harmful behaviors, attitudes, climate, and other contributing factors to provide actionable recommendations for prevention initiatives.,Lead collaborative efforts with both internal and external prevention partners, establishing and fostering strategic partnerships to advance shared prevention goals.