This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/680089500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located at the Stony Child Development Center (CDC).
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.
This position is Mission and Weather Essential.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
09/28/2022 to 01/31/2023
$65,180 - $80,263 per year
Salary will be determined by the Hiring Manager based upon experience and education. NAF pay setting rules apply.
NF 4
Few vacancies in the following location:
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Part-time - 20 Hours
Competitive
None
Yes
No
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Successful completion of an undergraduate Degree that included or was supplemented by major study (at least 24 semester hours) in child development or early childhood education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled consistent with:
CDC, FCC or CLEOS: an undergraduate degree with a major course of study in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or Elementary Education is required.
OR
Combination of education and experience as follows:
Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours in a major course of study in an appropriate CYS field commensurate with the program assigned as indicated above, plus appropriate work experience that provided knowledge skills and abilities directly related to the duties described in the fields appropriate to the position. Appropriate experience and course work must be comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the four-year course of study described above.
In addition, candidate must possess:
1. At least twelve (12) months experience working in child and youth programs.
2. At least one year of experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position being filled.
3. The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
4. Experience in planning and conducting training for child and youth staff.
5. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
6. The physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop and stand on a routine basis. Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors.
Candidates that possess the following will be considered highly preferred for this position:
1. Experience working in an Army Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS) Child Development Center that includes the following:
- Familiarity with Army and CYSS policies and regulations, standard operating procedures and behavior management guidelines.
- Familiarity with Army inspections (AHHI) and accreditation processes (NAEYC) and requirements.
- Experience completing Infant/Toddler and Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scales (ITERS and ECERS)
AND
2. Experience working with children with special needs.
The experience listed above must be reflected on your resume to be considered a Highly Preferred candidate.
Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.
A Bachelor's degree in the appropriate field as indicated above, and two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in a directly related field is fully qualifying for the position.
The full position description can be found here.
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
** CYS employees are now entitled to Commissary Privileges with proper employment verification (temporary and limited benefit for CYS staff) **
Announcement has been extended to 01/31/2023
Area of Consideration
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide.
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
Manual Application
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov and search for Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)11667042
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Addition Information section of this announcement for instructions.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the announcement period to allow themselves ample time for application updates, if warranted. (E.g., to provide missing required documentation such as transcripts, high school diploma, etc. before announcement closes.) After we receive your complete application package your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your resume supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Applicants may be sent based on cut off dates, the date order of application or other means outlined in the announcement text or in accordance with Army Regulation 215-3. You will be notified when your rating is determined. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualification and/or experience, you may lose consideration for the position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors and omissions may affect your eligibility.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov and search for Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)11667042
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Addition Information section of this announcement for instructions.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the announcement period to allow themselves ample time for application updates, if warranted. (E.g., to provide missing required documentation such as transcripts, high school diploma, etc. before announcement closes.) After we receive your complete application package your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your resume supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Applicants may be sent based on cut off dates, the date order of application or other means outlined in the announcement text or in accordance with Army Regulation 215-3. You will be notified when your rating is determined. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualification and/or experience, you may lose consideration for the position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors and omissions may affect your eligibility.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/680089500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.