Summary This position is located at Fort Leavenworth Child Development Center. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires. This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum work week of 40 hours and eligible for benefits. This position is eligible for the NAF benefits package and leave accrual. Responsibilities Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members. Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All Candidates must: Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. In addition, candidates must meet one of the following: Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential. OR Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education. School Age: Elementary Education, Child Development, Youth Development, Special Education. Youth Services: Youth Development, Secondary Education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation, Physical Education, or directly-related behavioral or cultural science (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology, sociology of the family, gender identity, parenting. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying. OR A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above. OR Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation. Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration. The experience and knowledge listed MUST be reflected on your resume to be considered a Highly Preferred candidate. 1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes. 2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections. 3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth). 4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff. Education Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total. Please provide relevant transcripts to support your eligibility for the position. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled (general psychology/sociology courses are not qualifying). Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education. Additional Information As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted approval to extend temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding the purchase of tobacco or alcohol products) to CYS employees. This temporary approval expires 31 December 2024. **Now offering a 50% discount on childcare for 1st child AND Commissary Privileges** Additional benefits for our CYS Staff include: Access to use AAFES (PX) Use of MWR facilities - gym, pool, bowling, etc. Recruitment incentive in the amount of $1250 upon completion of entrance on duty is approved, and a Retention incentive in the amount of $1250 for the completion of 12 months of satisfactory service in the respective role equating to a total of $2500. Please note: The recruitment Incentive of $1250 must be paid back in full, if the employee leaves employment for any reason prior to remaining in the Lead CYPA position for a full 12 month. The above-mentioned cash award bonus and incentive bonus is applicable to newly hired/rehired individuals. Eligibility is defined as a newly hired employee who is either being hired for the first time, or one who is being reinstated/reemployed after a break of service of more than one (1) year. Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration. PCS Costs: Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials: This is a pay-banded position. Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600. Incentives and Bonuses: Incentives may be paid. Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials may be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Other: Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. 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