Sexual Assault Victim Advocate at Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency - Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia | Job Transparency - Job Transparency | Find Your Dream Job with Full Salary Transparency

Victim Advocates ensure comprehensive care and support for victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment throughout the reporting process.

You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/requirements/

Minimum Qualifications

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a current state driver's license
Ability to serve in an "on call" duty status outside of normal work hours that includes remaining ready to perform work, manning a corporate cellphone, and remaining in a reasonable call back radius, staffing the 24/7 support helpline, as needed; regularly checking emails to respond to crises; and/or reporting to a designated place of duty to perform work
Excellent judgment, objectivity, and expertise in addressing employee issues and concerns
Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and training
Ability to collect and monitor data used to compose written reports and to assist with an end resolution
Project management skills to implement crisis intervention and situational assessment techniques, analyze the needs of the victim, and provide support and/or assistance to them in the resolution of complex problems
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, staff, intervening agencies, and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, both verbally and in writing
Possess strong interpersonal skills
Ability to build trust and develop supportive relationships
Strong analytical ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment and ethical practices
Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of primary prevention principles, sexual assault dynamics, agency and federal reporting requirements, principles and theories and community resources for sexual assault, victim advocacy, and the prevention and response to provide one on one victim advocacy assistance and information to sexual assault victims
Knowledge of and skill in utilizing trauma informed care approaches to work with sexual assault victims in crisis situations
Knowledge of a wide range of essential support services and resources for victims of sexual assault
Practical knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault to effectively coordinate services (e.g. medical, mental health, and investigative) in various locales
Familiarity in working with individuals who have experienced trauma or victimization

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Sexual Assault Victim Advocate