Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.
• Plans, implements, and carries out a comprehensive, professional youth development program for youth
  ages 6 - 18 consisting of sports and fitness programs, instructional classes, school-age program (before and after
  school, school holidays, and summer), and the five core program areas: character and leadership development;
  the arts; youth sports, fitness, and recreation; health and life skills; and education and career development.
• Services include diverse, engaging, and appealing activities for boys and girls of all ages and
  backgrounds.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug screen upon selection.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation cost or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• This position may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trail period.
• Selectee may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.
• This position has a positive education requirement.; education in a field appropriate to the position is required.
• FBI fingerprint and State Criminal History Repository(SCHR) check will be completed on any person selected for this position.
• Selectee may be subject to work other than normal duty hours to meet program requirements, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Selectee must complete all mandatory training IAW Air Force guidance and remain current in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and food handler's certifications.
• This is a Mission Essential Position

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, General Education and Training Series 1701 located here.

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.
OR
Combination of education and experience -- 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 in A above.
AND
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes providing a comprehensive, professional youth program consisting of a balance of well-rounded, positive experiences for youth 5-18 years of age focusing on Youth Activities, Youth Sports and School-Age Care programs.


IDEAL CANDIDATE: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Youth Programs Director to lead our comprehensive youth services. The ideal candidate will be a strong supervisory leader with a proven ability to manage staff effectively and a passion for creating and implementing world-class youth development programs for ages 6 to 18.


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 professional youth development; education and recreation principles; and training techniques,
theories, and principles; and the behavioral needs of youth with emphasis on social, emotional, intellectual, and
physical development.
2. Knowledge of youth program principles, concepts, techniques, and the methods and processes involved to
effectively plan and conduct ongoing social and sports programs.
3. Knowledge of federal and agency policies, applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the
management and administration of a youth center and its programs.
4. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
5. Skill in developing and maintaining a range of activities and services that meet participant's and community
interests and needs, and in analytical and evaluative techniques and methods to assess program effectiveness.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an
organization.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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.


Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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.