SAPR Learning Specialist

Job Title: SAPR Learning Specialist  

Zeiders supports individuals and families across federal, state, and local government and commercial sectors. As a longstanding veteran owned business located in Woodbridge, Virginia, we bring decades of experience as industry experts in comprehensive program management, case management, staffing services, and organizational support to improve the quality of life for communities.  Our people-centric, solution- focused business approach is built on subject matter expertise, quality processes, and innovative solutions which have cultivated strong partnerships and earned client confidence and repeat business from satisfied customers over 40 years. We seek individuals with strong passion for what we do and our commitment to quality service. 

Summary  - This is a contingent opportunity and would begin work upon the contract award.

Zeiders Enterprises is seeking a SAPR Learning Specialist to join the CNIC Division as part of the Professional Development and Training Team (PDTT). This team supports government contracts delivering quality of life programming to service members. The SAPR Learning Specialist will work collaboratively with the Learning and Development Contracts Portfolio Manager and Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program to develop and deliver training services and solutions to support to the Sexual Assault Response Workforce (SARW) under the Navy’s Fleet and Family Support Program Global Staffing Contract. This individual will be a part of a virtual team, working in a telework environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop and facilitate virtual training to civilian and active duty SAPR victim advocates.  

• Develop both live, instructor-led training as well as on demand, self-paced trainings which adhere to Association for Talent Development’s instructional systems design standards  

• Delivering training via webinar technologies 

• Using standard instructional design practices and protocols to produce courseware, to include instructor guides and learner materials;  

• Instructional systems design; Incorporating learner-centered graphics into training design 

• Consulting with internal and external customers to determine training needs 

• Collaborating with team members 

• Complying with standard corporate and contract requirements such as timekeeping, standard operating procedures, and ethics; 

• Contributing to the ongoing professional development of all team members. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, social science, or criminal justice PLUS two years of relevant experience  

• Willingness and ability to obtain D-SAACP certification (which requires Teir III background check)  

• Experience in victim advocacy. 

• Experience in developing and delivering training. 

• Experience as part of a virtual team and in a matrixed environment 

• Familiarity with web-based instruction and online learning platforms (Adobe connect, Learning Management System). 

• Knowledge of the military lifestyle and/or community 

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. 

• Excellent oral/written communication skills. Must possess Superior writing skills. 

• High comfort level with the use of technology for communication and task completion. 

• Ability to function as a trainer/facilitator for Webinar sessions. 

• Capacity to handle multiple projects and meet aggressive deadlines. 

• Ability to collaborate with team members and customers, to include using online collaboration tools. 

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology 

• Current D-SAACP certification or equivalate Victim Advocate certification  

• Knowledge of the Navy’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program.  

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and military regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault. 

• Demonstrated experience with government contracting process through prior work experience. 

• Experience with production schedules and demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines. 

• Demonstrated experiences training and facilitating in a virtual environment. 

Other Skills and Abilities    

• U.S. citizenship is required for this position in accordance with specific federal contract requirements. 

• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment and government background investigation to include FBI fingerprints.  

Competencies   
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team/Interpersonal skills: Understands group dynamics; demonstrates self-awareness as well as appropriate empathy/sensitivity to the needs of staff members and clients; portrays an adaptive style and illustrates the ability to learn from mistakes. Ability to work as a team member in a complex, multi-layered, fast-paced organization, to include local teams as well as virtual teams. 

• Oral/written communication skills: Communicates in a clear, concise manner, and effectively conveys ideas verbally.  Strong written communication skills to include the development of instructor guides, completing accurate reports, reviewing and providing feedback on the written work of others, and clear, concise written communication through appropriate use of email. 

• Organizational skills: Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple priorities, illustrates an attention to detail, and shows evidence of being conscientious regarding deadlines. Ability to respond quickly and professionally to new requirements. 

• Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. 

• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 

Physical Demands. Works in home office area. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers and other office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment. Must have a dedicated professional workspace that provides a secure, private environment suitable for full-time telework and is free of distractions or personal commitments during the workday.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Compensation is based on geographic location and experience. Wages are available upon request.