Clarification from the agency

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

1. Classroom/Program inclusions support to include administering, implementing, and monitoring inclusion support and behavior support processes in classrooms and programs by Department of the Air Force CYP Inclusion Guide.
2. Child & Youth Program (CYP) professional education & coaching is coordinated with the Training & Curriculum Specialist (T&Cs) to provide regular training and coaching opportunities.
3. Supports the identification (Non-Clinical assessment) of needs and classroom supports for children and youth through observations conducted by CYP professionals.
4. Works collaboratively and maintains a network with military and community agencies to provide access for interventions and other needed service.
5. The position provides information and referral, and may serve on local early education councils or advisory groups alongside DoD Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) family support providers and School Liaisons (SLs).

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance.
• 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.
• 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
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• 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.
• Work may require travel away from normal duty station via military or commercial aircraft or motor vehicle to accomplish temporary mission assignments.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection. Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• This position is a child care/youth services position and is subject to background checks in accordance with AFI 34-144, Child and Youth Programs as a condition of employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions.

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.

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 (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in administering, implementing, and monitoring inclusion and behavior support processes in accordance with the Department of the Air Force CYP Inclusion Guide. This involves conducting functional behavioral and non-clinical assessments to develop, implement, and monitor Inclusion or Behavior Support Plans (ISP/BSP) for children and youth (birth to 18 years). Duties require collaborating with military and community agencies to facilitate targeted interventions, utilizing a professional knowledge of early childhood and youth development, special education, and trauma-informed practices. Additionally, experience must reflect proficiency in adult learning facilitation and practice-based coaching-coordinated alongside Training & Curriculum Specialists-while applying strong oral and written communication skills to drive evidence-based childcare practices.

NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.

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:

• Professional knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts, and practices of early childhood development, youth development, child care regulation regulations encompassing infant through school-age, youth and teens and child and youth development theories, methodology, and practices.
• Professional knowledge of early intervention, special education, early childhood inclusion, and evidence-based practice and trauma-informed practices that support inclusive environments related to birth to 18-year-olds.
• Skill in the practice-based coaching model, facilitating training with adult learners, providing feedback, and adjusting training pace and activities to meet diverse learning needs.
• Professional experience in observation and assessment methods and implementation science.
• Skill in conducting functional behavioral assessments and collaborating with a team to develop implement and monitor Inclusion or Behavior Support Plans (ISP/BSP).
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

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.

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.