Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

• Serve as Assistant Youth Program Director to the Youth Program Branch Chief. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and implements a developmentally appropriate and diverse educational, recreational and leisure program which meets the needs of base youth.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and implement a developmentally appropriate and diverse educational, recreational and leisure program which meets the needs of base youth.
• Supervise International Host Agency (IHA), Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) and Appropriated Fund (APF) personnel through subordinate leaders in youth program.
• Administer Youth Program resource funds and resources. Provides input and recommendations to the annual appropriated fund (APF) and non-appropriated fund (NAF) budgets for projected resource requirements.
• Provide a safe and healthy environment for youth. Conducts regular safety, fire, health, and other required youth inspections to ensure a safe, healthy and comfortable environment exists in the youth/teen center and its programs.
• Develop marketing strategies to promote and publicize the youth program and increase awareness and participation.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Must be able and willing to submit to an extensive background investigation to verify my suitability for employment.
• TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL BE PAID in accordance with the JTR AND AFMAN 36-606.-UNIT FUNDED.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• This position has been identified as having regular contact with children. IAW Public Law 101-647 Section 231, and Public Law 102-190, Section 1094. An FBI fingerprint and State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) Check will be completed
• Incumbent is subject to work an uncommon tour of duty to meet program requirements including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft when performing temporary duty (TDY).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Food Handlers, First Aid and CPR Certifications.
• A pre-employment physical is required if hired from CONUS.
• Subject to physical examination (every three years) and immunizations IAW AFJI 48-110 and local requirements.
• This is a Supervisory Position. A one (1) year probationary period may be required if not previously completed.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.

Qualifications

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, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701-09, Education series.- Click here: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1700/general-education-and-training-series-1701/

BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree: Completion of a full 4-year course of study that includes or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR
Combination of education and experience: A degree (bachelors or higher) and a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Experience also includes knowledge of youth development, education and recreation principles, concepts, methods and techniques to plan and direct a medium diversified Youth Program carried out through the youth center, and outdoor venues.

OR
EDUCATION: 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a masters degree or masters or equivalent graduate degree. Note:You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of experience and education maybe used to qualify provided you have more than one full year of graduate education and the calculated total meets 100 percent of the total requirements.


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. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

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 the fundamental principles of recreation and leisure program planning concepts, and methodology.
2. Knowledge of professional youth development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
3. Skill in setting youth activities program goals that foster leadership abilities, self-reliance, team attitudes, sportsmanship, self-esteem and a sense of social responsibility.
4. Skill in preparing budgets, program evaluations, and facility administration; managing financial and physical resources of youth programs, and in effectively organizing and utilizing available resources within the program framework.
5. Knowledge of the principles of personnel management sufficient to supervise a diverse group of subordinates.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference. Noncompetitive applicants do not need to respond to the assessment questions with the A through E responses indicating level of experience/training.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: When job announcements indicate PCS costs are authorized, overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and any applicable Federal Overseas Regulations.

Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval).

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.