Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service" Area of Consideration-AOC OCONUS, Foreign.

• Prepares a wide variety of recurring correspondence, internal reports, flyers, monthly calendars, and other documents from information obtained from the staff, files, and other sources; reviews and finalizes documents prepared by others
• Monitors and manages the reception area. Monitors from work station through closed-circuit surveillance camera all activities of children and staff while in classrooms and center, and notes any discrepancies to the Youth Center Director IAW Child Abuse procedures.
• Provides administrative support to ensure efficient office operations. Assists in the control of facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Provides clerical support to the School Age Program. Accepts applications for full time and hourly care of children, and membership program. Enrolls children into appropriate youth programs ensuring all required paperwork is completed and received.
• Assists in developing plans, creating schedules, and monitoring the School Age Care Program.Compiles hourly and daily attendance reports so that planning may be completed for maximum possible usage of theschool age facility.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is a child care/youth services position and is subject to background checks IAW Public Law (PL) 101-647. A background investigation( SF85) required.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Incumbent may be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, including nights and weekends.
• Incumbent must complete additional training requirement within specific timelines (to include AFmodules, medication dispensing, observation of symptoms of illness, security, safety, anti-robbery, lifting, fire extinguisher, AFOS etc.)
• continuation of above: to also include obtaining CPR and First Aid, and food handling certificates.
• May be required to fill in as the School Age Program Assistant in the School Age Program in their absence.
• May be required assist in the School Age, Teens, membership, and Sports Programs during periods of staff shortages and staff breaks as needed.
• May be required to act as supervisor on duty in the absence of the youth director or other program directors.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license to drive to activity locations.
• Must possess maturity and judgment and be capable of handling emergency situations common in dealing with Youth Center environment.
• Recruitment without PCS cost is limited to only local commuting area for England.
• The incumbent must have the ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes performing a full range of standard and non-standard clerical assignments such as preparing a wide variety of recurring correspondence, internal reports, and other documents; preparing, submitting and maintaining time and attendance records; requisitioning office supplies and printing support; monitoring and managing reception desk, receiving telephone calls, greeting visitors, monitoring sign-in/out procedures and staff to child ratios; preparing billing documentation, completing, collecting, and recording fees, coordinating enrollment and orientation; providing administrative support to customers; resolving a variety of recurring/ non-recurring problems.

OR

EDUCATION: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

OR

COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

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 correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written
   correspondence and reports.
2. Knowledge of format, rules, procedures and operations applicable to clerical assignments to prepare/review routine
   correspondence/reports, screen telephone calls and visitors, maintain files/records, review and process mail, and perform
   clerical procedures to arrange a variety of material from different sources and other administrative work of organization.
3. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required.
4. Ability to locate, assemble, and compose information for routine reports, inquiries, and non-technical correspondence.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy.
6. Ability to learn funds handling techniques and procedures, use cash registers, adding machines,and other office
   equipment.

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.

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.