SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE WORKFORCE (SARW)
WHAT IS THE SARW?

The SARW provides trauma-informed and recovery-oriented assistance to adult victims of sexual violence in the military community. As a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or SAPR Victim Advocate (VA) in the SARW, you will directly support adult victims in making reports and connect them with resources. In addition, you will work closely with military leadership and other Department support service resources to help soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, and guardians navigate the sexual assault response system within their respective organization.
 
  • SARW General Competencies include crisis response, victim advocacy, program comprehension, training and advertisement, and non-clinical support. More details are available here. 
  • SARW Supervisory Competencies include people management, program administration, executive communication, resource management, and data and records management. More details are available here.

The SARW Model removes SARCs and SAPR VAs from the chain of command, eliminates the provision of victim assistance as a collateral duty, and ensures full-time personnel provide victim assistance. SARW positions are exempt from the Department’s hiring freeze, in accordance with the September 2025 memorandum, “Reinforcement of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Priorities.”​

The Department is committed to a “No Wrong Door” approach, meaning that everyone seeking help will be connected with available assistance that best fits their needs. The SARW will meet victims with understanding and immediate assistance, regardless of where they initially seek help and connect military members to the appropriate resources as quickly as possible. To learn more, view the No Wrong Door Fact Sheet. 


WHY JOIN THE SARW?

Because you can make a difference and strengthen military communities around the world! As a part of the SARW, you will offer guidance, support, and information on the availability of sexual assault prevention and response services to individuals who report a sexual assault.
       

QUICK LINKS

  
       
  Fact Sheet: About the SARW
 		  
  USAJobs.gov
 		  
  DoD Civilian Careers
 		  
  SARW Model
 		  
  SARW Recruitment Poster
 		  
       
AS A MEMBER OF THE WORKFORCE:
  • You will receive competitive benefits and compensation along with excellent opportunities for leadership and career progression.
  • You will work with and support people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
  • You can make a meaningful difference in your career and create a lasting impact in your community by supporting victims of sexual assault in the military.
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  The SARW is looking for individuals with victim assistance or advocacy experience and a passion for helping others and strengthening communities. SARW positions are available at military installations around the world. Individuals in these positions must be D-SAACP certified to provide victim assistance support. Note: D-SAACP certification is not required to be hired into the SARW; however, it is a requirement to provide victim support and remain in the position.

Find a position and apply today by visiting USAJOBS.gov and searching “Sexual Assault Response.”
 

WHAT ARE THE FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS?

Federal employment benefits include:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Work-life balance: 11 paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, and parental leave
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement benefits

Learn more about benefits and compensation here.