| ** Must submit proof of education to be considered for this position. Review the Qualifications and Core Competencies section in this announcement. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Major duties and responsibilities of the CYP Assistant Director include program management, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, interactions and relationships, and compliance. These tasks are summarized below. Program Management Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate SAC and/or CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served. Assists in providing 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. Assists interpreting and applying child and youth development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment. Budgeting and Financial Management Assists in overseeing 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 Supervises a staff of three or more typically comprised of: − Program Assistants – CY-1702-I/II; GS -1702-02/03/04/05 − Food Service Worker NA/WG-3566-02 − Operations Clerk NF-0303-01/GS-0303-02 At CDC Director direction, the incumbent: − Initiates and implements personnel actions and supports the CYP Director in order to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. − Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and communicates support of these policies. − Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees’ performance. Program Operations Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs. Assists with implementation of these SOPs. Assists with establishing and implementing combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), SAC, and Youth Program (as applicable to each installation). Interactions and Relationships Assists in establishing a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth when working with CY Program Assistants and Leaders. Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel. Compliance Assists with implementation and support of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, fire, safety, facility, and program regulatory guidance and standards. Assists in ensuring compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CYP programs. Assists in obtaining and retaining DoD certification and accreditation. Additional Responsibilities In the absence of the Director, incumbent may assume responsibilities and perform duties and requirements of the position under supervision of CYP Director with Oversight. If the CYP has less than 10 CD Homes the CYP Assistant Director may also assume the duties of the CDH Director. 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. |
