DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION SPECIALIST

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Drug Demand Reduction Program Manager (DDRPM) that supervises a limited number of subordinate employees and manages the installation's civilian and military Department of Air Force (DAF) Drug Demand Reduction Programs.

Conditions of employment continued: Additionally, the individuals are ineligible if they have received non-judicial punishment under Article 15, UCMJ, or a Letter of Reprimand or similar administrative action (Letter of Admonishment, Letter of Counseling) for misconduct involving dishonesty, fraud, or drug abuse (including use, possession or distribution).

Must have no pending civilian criminal action or pending administrative action (Separation, Letter of Reprimand/Counseling/Admonishment for dishonesty, fraud or other integrity offenses) IAW with operational regulations.

The individual will be asked to certify, and will sign a statement certifying, no record of conviction for any offense or history of past misconduct involving dishonesty, fraud, or drug abuse (including use, possession or distribution).

Individual must not have a medical or mental health condition that precludes the individual from responsibly performing assigned duties.

This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.

Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.

Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

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, Administrative and Management positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes : 1) Applying knowledge in Drug Demand Reduction Program goals, principles, methods, possible effects of illicit and prescription drug use/abuse on mission accomplishment and community life.

2) Knowledge of accepted training theories, methods, and techniques concerning group dynamics, techniques for facilitating groups, teaching classes, making presentations.

3) Knowledge of the budget process, developing, maintaining and executing a budget.

OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

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: 1.

Knowledge of Drug Demand Reduction Program goals, principles, methods, and techniques for implementation and continued support of the Drug Demand Reduction Program to include knowledge of the possible effects of illicit and prescription drug use/abuse on mission accomplishment and community life.

2. Knowledge of accepted training theories, methods, and techniques concerning group dynamics and of techniques for facilitating groups, teaching classes, and making presentations. 3.

Knowledge of the budget process, including developing, maintaining, and executing a budget. 4.

Skill in using DoD Drug Demand Reduction databases and office automation programs (Word, Excel, TEAMS, Outlook) to produce data from various sources to define problem areas and focus corrective action.

5. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, to manage the Drug Demand Reduction Program and provide educational materials. 6.

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct work and programs in situations where numerous diverse demands are involved.

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. Major Duties:

Coordinates the Installation Military and Civilian Drug Testing Programs.

Under the direct supervision of the installation commander/director or designee, is responsible for all aspects of the installation Drug Demand Reduction Programs to include budget, military and civilian collection programs, and drug abuse prevention, education, and outreach.

Provides administrative oversight to the DAF Drug Demand Reduction Program.

Responsible for oversight of Drug Testing Program Administrative Managers (DTPAMs) working at the installation DDR collection site. Performs DAF Drug Demand Reduction Program Training.

Serves as the subject matter expert in both civilian and military DDR for installation programs. Performs evidence-based outreach and prevention education activities.

Conducts installation training to increase knowledge of the DAF Drug Demand Reduction Program and the effects of illicit drug and substance abuse.