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CHILD DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS CLERK

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$42,253 - $68,043 per year
Pay scale & grade
NK 2
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
AFMC-13108315-534970-9X-CMR
Control number
892025400

Duties

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  • DUTY 1: Provides information about the organization, functions, activities, and personnel. Administers programs and
    serves as the primary source of information. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and
    deposition of required administrative reports and other correspondence. Acts as the point of contact for all newly
    assigned personnel; orients them regarding the basic functions of the organization, and orients hired personnel to
    directed locations. Disseminates information concerning new or changed procedures/regulations. Based on
    administrative support program requirements, determines administrative needs, and assures these needs are met.
    Instructs others on changes in administrative policies and procedures. Identifies and implements processes which
    can be improved or made more efficient through application of automated technology or other methods. Conducts
    studies, inquiries, and surveys to determine compliance with program requirements. Trains on proper accountability
    procedures and storage of funds, according to applicable office instructions.
  • DUTY 2: Maintains files and records and utilizes a wide variety of software to produce final products. Assists in
    developing plans and creating schedules at the Child Development Center(s) or School-Age Care program. Compiles
    hourly daily attendance reports so that planning may be completed for maximum possible usage of the child care
    facilities. Inputs NAF timecard information. Ensures assigned employees are aware of individual requirements
    established by law and/or policy. Enrolls children into appropriate child-youth program, ensuring parents complete
    required forms and maintains accurate children's files daily. Monitors the timeliness, accuracy and transmittal of
    reports in accordance with established guidelines. Coordinates with appropriate offices and resolves conflicts
    effecting organizational positions.
  • DUTY 3: Provides Child Abuse and Force Protection measures. Screens children for admission. Accepts, stores and
    administers medication. Ensures all visitors sign in/out of program, wear a visitor's badge, and are monitored while
    in the facility. Screens children for signs of illness and will deny admission of children with obvious illnesses following
    AFI guidelines. May be required to meet staff-child ratios in an emergency. Remains current in all necessary training
    for this position
  • DUTY 4: Computes, collects, records, and deposits fees for all child development center programs. Assists with
    management and control of facility, equipment, and supplies. Prepares and processes purchase requests. Monitors
    desk clerks financial operations. Responsible for spur-of-the-moment cash counts at each center. Prepares and
    processes appropriate purchase orders for procurement of developmental learning materials, janitorial supplies and
    equipment, office supplies, ensuring adequate supplies at all times. Periodically maintains inventory of same in order
    to maintain acceptable supply level. Places orders for the Centers on the credit card. Picks up orders and distributes
    material to centers. Receives equipment and supplies and completes receiving reports within the required time
    frame . May be appointed as the IT equipment custodian and required to maintain current training status and
    conducts annual inventory. Picks up daily distribution and deposits/paperwork from all CYP facilities and deliver to
    main office and cashier. Responsible for mail pickup and distribution to designated CYP facilities.

Requirements

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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 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
  • Position may require an appropriate security clearance
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • 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.
  • Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
  • 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.
  • Physical is required. Walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; lifting supplies up to 40 lbs; additional demands required to perform the work.
  • This position may require travel
  • Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
  • This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
  • This position has "regular contact with children" which requires a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check.

Qualifications

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


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have, or within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement will have, one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS 04), pay band (NK-01), or equivalent (pay schedule, pay band, etc). Specialized experience is: The knowledge of common clerical and administrative practices such as performing regular office routines, maintaining records, preparing purchase orders and ordering of supplies and equipment.Administers programs and serves as the primary source of information.


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:

  • Knowledge of Child Development Center or Youth programs and procedures to perform duties such as; provide
    information about CDC programs, provide customer support, prepare reports, etc..
  • Knowledge of common clerical and administrative practices such as performing regular office routines,
    maintaining records, preparing purchase orders and ordering of supplies and equipment.
  • Knowledge of filing systems and procedures, the materials covering the activities of the child care centers and
    established resource planning procedures in the child care environment.
  • Skill in effectively communicating with a diverse population with various social, national, cultural, and
    occupational backgrounds.
  • Ability to learn money handling techniques and analyze fee collection procedures.
  • Ability to utilize several types of software to accomplish a variety of office needs.

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.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.


FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NK-2 equivalent to a GS-5 to GS-7.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary/term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

Temporary/Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.
Your application will be analyzed by a Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If qualified, your application will then be evaluated using the USA Hire Standard Assessment (also known as the USA Hire assessment battery).The USA Hire Standard Assessment is a secure, online, competency-based assessment process designed to measure critical general competencies required for successful performance in this position.
USA Hire Assessment Process & Instructions

  • Assessment Notification: If you are determined to meet minimum qualifications and are required to take the assessments, you will be notified immediately after submitting your application in USAJOBS. This notification will appear on your application submission confirmation screen and will be sent to the email address associated with your USAJOBS profile.
  • Accessing the Assessment: The notification will contain a unique, single-use web link to access the USA Hire system. Do not share this link, as it is tied directly to your application.
  • Assessment Window & Deadline: You will generally have 48 hours from the date and time you submit your application to complete the USA Hire assessments. Your specific deadline will be clearly stated in your notification email.
  • Tracking Status: You can access your assessment completion status or retrieve your unique assessment link at any time while the assessment window is open by logging into USAJOBS, navigating to "Track this application," and selecting the link to return to the assessment system
Assessment Reuse: If you have previously completed the same USA Hire assessments for another position, your scores may be automatically reused. The system will notify you if you have valid scores on file

How to PrepareApplicants are highly encouraged to visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center prior to starting the assessments to review system requirements and access practice materials: USA Hire Applicant Resource Center (OPM) https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us

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.

Air Force Materiel Command

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:

  • AF DCIPS Interchange
  • AF Internal Employee
  • DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force)
  • EO 12721 Certain Former Overseas Employees
  • EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses
  • Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement)
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Employee
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • National Service (Peace Corps and VISTA)
  • Non-DoD Transfer
  • Other (Interchange Agreements)
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians
  • PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Phone
1-800-525-0102
Email
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY
Address
Wright Patterson AFB
2000 Allbrook Drive
Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433
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