Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

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• Serves as Lead Program Associate, in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for the operation of the activity or a program (not to exceed 30 children/youth) in accordance with applicable procedures and regulations.
• Maintains control of accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Contacts parents if children/youth do not arrive/depart as scheduled.
• Instructs employees in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies and directives.
• Maintains site records and prepares required reports. Ensures site, equipment, and supplies are adequate and properly maintained and accounted for. Coordinates site activity during evacuations and emergencies.
• Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with standards and procedures as outlined in applicable regulations and program management guides.

Conditions of employment

• Must be 18 years of age or older at time of appointment or placement into the position.
• Proof of education is required at the time of application.
• Good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease (verified through physical examination). Immunizations must be current including annual influenza vaccinations.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
• All pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-13, i., and the Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained, including Child and Youth National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI). A health assessment is also required.
• Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements (transition and/or annual) and demonstrated on the job competency is required.
• Additional conditions of employment can be found in the Applicant Information Kit, link is in additional information below.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15.m., and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation is required.

Qualifications

Eligible applicants who apply by August 5th will be sent first for consideration.

Candidate must:

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED Certificate.
2. Be able to communicate in English (both written and oral).
3. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5. Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
6. Possess and maintain a CDA/School Age/Youth Credential (including Boys and Girls Club of America)/Army Youth Practicum.
7. Possess twenty-four (24) months experience working in a group program with children and/or youth.

OR

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED Certificate.
2. Be able to communicate in English (both written and oral).
3. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5. Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
6. Possess twelve (12) months experience working in a group program with children and/or youth.
7. Possess AA degree with major emphasis in childcare.

OR

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED Certificate.
2. Be able to communicate in English (both written and oral).
3. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5. Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
6. Possess six (6) months experience working in a group program with children and/or youth.
7. Possess BA/BS degree with a major emphasis on ECE, Elementary Education, Child Development, Home Economics, or Special Education.

How you will be evaluated

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

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

• Spouse Employment Preference
• Involuntarily Separated from the Military
• Business Based Action
• Current/Former NAF Employee / Current Appropriated Employee
• Outside Applicant Veteran / Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Outside Applicant Non-Veteran

Required documents for each consideration category can be found in the applicant information kit, point of contact information is listed at the bottom of this announcement if applicants have any questions about these consideration groups or documents. Applicants are also welcome to reach out to confirm receipt of the required documents or information when submitting an application for this position.

Eligibilities are listed above in the consideration order in accordance with the AR 215-3. Applicants will only be awarded the highest preference/priority consideration found eligible.

By claiming the "Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)" or "Current APF Employee (CAE)" priority consideration eligibility, applicants are self-certifying that they may not be eligible for other priority considerations. Failure to provide supporting documentation to validate preference or priority consideration claims could adversely impact the applicant's eligibility. For additional information on what may be required to support the applicant's eligibility claim, please refer to our Applicant Information Kit found in the applicant information kit.

CNE/FNE/CAE priority consideration must be clearly defined in order to grant the priority consideration. We will need position title, series, grade, location and agency in order determine priority consideration. To ensure we have enough information, we encourage you to submit a copy of your most recent personnel action.