The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs team is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the Navy family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness and Housing Programs. We service all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS) and Bachelor Housing (BH) throughout the Fleet and Family Readiness Program for the Naval District Washington (NDW) Region.
Summary
The mission of the Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Programs team is to maximize the physical, emotional and social development of the Navy family. FFR enables a ready Navy force through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness and Housing Programs. We service all non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees who work for Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Navy Gateway Inns & Suites (NGIS) and Bachelor Housing (BH) throughout the Fleet and Family Readiness Program for the Naval District Washington (NDW) Region.
The CDC Director is responsible for the administration of the facility to include implementation of developmentally appropriate programs, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, and compliance, among other tasks. These tasks are summarized below.
Program Management
Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise the CDC’s developmental programming.
Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served.
Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards.
Recommends modification of higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment.
Ensures the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation.
Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of the command personnel. This may include hours of operation and programming needs of the military community.
Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community.
Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel.
Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers and/or employees.
Budgeting and Financial Management
Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment.
Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons.
Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.
Personnel Management
Responsible for the supervision of employees and volunteers. Supervisory responsibilities may include supervision of the Assistant Director, Program Leaders, Program Assistants, Operation Clerk(s),Cook(s), Food Service Workers, and Custodian(s). If the CDC has one or more annex facility, the CDC Director will also supervise the CDC Program Supervisor.
Works collaboratively with the Training and Curriculum (T&C) Specialist to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training.
Ensures that the T&C Specialist provides training in early childhood methods and child development to ensure the effective implementation of established curriculum and developmental programming.
Ensures training is competency-based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college-level classes.
Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children, which includes the influenza vaccine.
This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.
Qualifications
Must submit copy of Official College Degree and/or course completion certifications with your application packet to be considered for this position. If submitting a transcript please submit official only no website site downloads.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have one of the following:
A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis),or related field of study AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children or youth
OR
A Masters degree in the related field of study AND a minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children
OR
A combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above), plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course study described above and 3 years of full time experience working with children and or youth.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of and skill in applying both Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Relocation Expenses will NOT be paid
Education
continued from Major Duties:
Program Operations
Works collaboratively with other CYP Directors to establish and implement a combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) program, and Youth Program (YP) (as applicable to each installation). Maintains an active program of parental involvement to include a PIB, parent education opportunities, and activities that provide parents with opportunities to participate.
Ensures that the T&C Specialist provides training in early childhood methods and child development to ensure the effective implementation of established curriculum and developmental programming.
Ensures training is competency-based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college-level classes.
Compliance
Ensures compliance with, and is assessed by adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoN, DoD, the Military child Care Act (MCCA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Takes action to obtain and retain DoD certification and NAEYC accreditation. Takes action to implement recommendations or correct deficiencies resulting from inspections or accreditation visits. Prepares responses to inspection reports.
Ensures compliance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Ensures food service operations provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks in accordance with USDA guidelines.
Additional Responsibilities
Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be able to favorably pass a background investigation (NACI).
Additional information
Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. To request spousal preference, please complete and upload the Spousal request form along with currentr PCS orders. Failure to submit current PCS orders with application will prevent spousal preference from being granted.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: Applicants wishing to use veteran’s preference must state on their resume and submit a copy of their DD-214. These documents may be uploaded on USAJOBS with resume package,
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: All selections are contingent upon obtaining satisfactory employment reference checks. We are an E-Verify participant. As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment. To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at https://www.sss.gov/default.htm.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
The Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should contact our Human Resource Office to ensure that the Department of the Navy can consider such requests. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case by case basis.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Regular Full-time (35 - 40 hours per week), all benefits offered (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & child(ren) life insurance, long term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan).
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants MUST submit OF-306 (Declaration for Federal Employment) and proof of education (copies of degrees and diploma) with their application. We will only accept college transcripts from institutions accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Documents in a foreign language must be professionally translated into English. Credit for education substituted for experience will not be given unless proof of education is submitted prior to vacancy announcement closing date. Applicants who fail to provide OF 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment) AND proof of education with their resume will be disqualified from further consideration. Completed documents can be uploaded with resume on USAJOBS.
Ranking and Rating Criteria of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each application.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Regular Full-time (35 - 40 hours per week), all benefits offered (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & child(ren) life insurance, long term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan).
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
APPLICATION FORMS - A complete packet of the following forms must be submitted for each position applying for:
- Resume (Please be sure your resume includes your email address, phone number, name of employer(s), job title(s), dates employed, description of job duties or responsibilities in each position, and any additional information relevant to your work/volunteer/education/internship experiences.)
- Applicants MUSTsubmit proof of education with their resume. We will only accept college transcripts from institutions accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Documents in a foreign language must be professionally translated into English.
Applicants who fail to provide completed OF 306 and all required certifications with their resume will be disqualified from further consideration.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
HOW TO APPLY: Go to www.USAJobs.com, using keyword: NDW, search under “federal employees”. Please upload your resume with the vacancy announcement number listed, at USAJobs.com along with the Declaration for Federal Employment form OF 306 and reference form (forms available at USAJobs.com). Declaration for Federal Employment OF 306 is a REQUIRED form. Failure to submit OF 306 and education documents listed below will result in your application NOT being considered.o begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Complete Resume.
Other supporting documentation as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit.
Technical Support
Check the status of the application system and maintenance schedule here: status.fhrnavigator.com
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, report it here: support@econsys.com. The support inbox is monitored Monday through Friday, from 8 AM ET until 6 PM ET.
Make sure your status in USAJOBS is 'Received' after you submit your application to ensure it was submitted successfully.
Proof of Education (if applicable to position requirements)
Reference form
Questionnaire
Any other supporting documentation
All applicants will be notified regarding their status. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent a letter of non-selection 4 - 6 weeks after announcement closing date. If selected for an interview, applicants can expect to be contacted 3 - 4 weeks after their interview with a position offer or notification of non-selection.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
APPLICATION FORMS - A complete packet of the following forms must be submitted for each position applying for:
- Resume (Please be sure your resume includes your email address, phone number, name of employer(s), job title(s), dates employed, description of job duties or responsibilities in each position, and any additional information relevant to your work/volunteer/education/internship experiences.)
- Applicants MUSTsubmit proof of education with their resume. We will only accept college transcripts from institutions accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Documents in a foreign language must be professionally translated into English.
Applicants who fail to provide completed OF 306 and all required certifications with their resume will be disqualified from further consideration.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
HOW TO APPLY: Go to www.USAJobs.com, using keyword: NDW, search under “federal employees”. Please upload your resume with the vacancy announcement number listed, at USAJobs.com along with the Declaration for Federal Employment form OF 306 and reference form (forms available at USAJobs.com). Declaration for Federal Employment OF 306 is a REQUIRED form. Failure to submit OF 306 and education documents listed below will result in your application NOT being considered.o begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Complete Resume.
Other supporting documentation as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit.
Technical Support
Check the status of the application system and maintenance schedule here: status.fhrnavigator.com
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, report it here: support@econsys.com. The support inbox is monitored Monday through Friday, from 8 AM ET until 6 PM ET.
Make sure your status in USAJOBS is 'Received' after you submit your application to ensure it was submitted successfully.
Proof of Education (if applicable to position requirements)
Reference form
Questionnaire
Any other supporting documentation
All applicants will be notified regarding their status. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent a letter of non-selection 4 - 6 weeks after announcement closing date. If selected for an interview, applicants can expect to be contacted 3 - 4 weeks after their interview with a position offer or notification of non-selection.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
