CYP Assistant Director

NON APPROPRIATED FUNDS

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER #16-168

LOCATION OF POSITION:  Morale Welfare and Recreation Department, Child and Youth Programs, Whiting Field CDC, NAS Whiting Field, Milton, FL.

OPENING DATE:  09/23/16

CLOSING DATE:  10/14/16

POSITION: Child and Youth Program Assistant Director/CY-1702-03

SALARY:     $40,033 - $48,040 per year.

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Full Time (Scheduled to work 35 - 40 hours weekly. May be required to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Eligible for ALL group benefits.)

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  Applications will be accepted from all current Corry Station CDC employees and spouse eligible.

DUTIES:  Major duties and responsibilities of the CYP Assistant Director include program management, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, interactions and relationships, and compliance. These tasks are summarized as follows: Program Management Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate SAC and/or CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served. Assists in providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards. Assists interpreting and applying child and youth development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment. Assists with development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation. Assists with collection and maintenance of up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel. This may include hours of operation, transportation to schools attended by eligible patrons, and programming needs of the military community. Performs full scope of supervision for three or more CYP leads and assistants. Budgeting and Financial Management Assists in overseeing the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and non-appropriated funds. Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition. Personnel Management Supervises a staff of three or more typically comprised of: Program Assistants CY-1702-I/II; GS -1702-02/03/04/05, Food Service Worker NA/WG-3566-02, Operations Clerk NF-0303-01/GS-0303-02. At CDC Director direction, the incumbent: Initiates and implements personnel actions and supports the CYP Director in order to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and communicates support of these policies. Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees’ performance. Resolves complaints related to personnel and makes recommendations to the Director for corrective action as necessary. Develops staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes and submits it to supervisor for approval. Works collaboratively with CYP Training Specialist(s) to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training. Assists with ensuring training is competency-based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Military School-Age (MSA) credential or college level classes. Program Operations Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs. Assists with implementation of these SOPs. Assists with establishing and implementing combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), SAC, and Youth Program (as applicable to each installation). Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks and assists with the distribution of these handbooks. Assists with ensuring the person responsible for maintaining the Central Waiting List (CWL) is aware of vacancies within the program in order to ensure maximum utilization of spaces. Interactions and Relationships Assists in establishing a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth when working with CY Program Assistants and Leaders. Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel. Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers, and/or employees. Compliance Assists with implementation and support of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, fire, safety, facility, and program regulatory guidance and standards. Assists in ensuring compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CYP programs. Assists in obtaining and retaining DoD certification and accreditation. Assists with the development and provision of programs related to the core program areas outlined in the OPNAV and required by the DoN such as Boys and Girls Club of America (BGCA) or 4-H required programs. Assists in ensuring compliance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Additional Responsibilities In the absence of the Director, incumbent may assume responsibilities and perform duties and requirements of the position under supervision of CYP Director with Oversight. If the CYP has less than 10 CD Homes the CYP Assistant Director may also assume the duties of the CDH Director. Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age. Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques. Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment. Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling. Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations. Ability to train employees on variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc. Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Program Directors must meet the qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions and the Individual Occupational Requirements for the General Education and Training Series, (1702). In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent. The Military Child Care Act requires national accreditation of CY programs. Minimum education requirements are required by the accrediting body. Incumbents must have one of the following: Child Development Associate (CDA), Military School-Age Credential (MSA) or equivalent AND 3 years of experience in the child and/or youth profession.

OR

A 2-year degree in Youth Development, Child Development or a related field, which can include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development, or other degrees as appropriate AND 2 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth.

OR

A four-year degree or higher in these areas AND 1 year of fulltime experience working with children and/or youth. Note: A minimum of a 2-year degree is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:  The incumbent is required to do considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, standing, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Activities may require incumbent to drive an automobile (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children). The majority of the work will be done in the CYP facility; however, the incumbent will be required to participate in field trips. Field trips include a wide variety of activities such as amusement parks, hiking, and canoeing. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of a wide variety of fitness and sports activities, programs and services, such as exposure to disease and injuries from lifting. The work area has adequate light, heat and ventilation. May work an uncommon tour of duty to include evening and weekend work.

NOTE:  As a condition of employment, selectee(s) will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. This is the DOD standard method of payment of personnel. Employees will be subject to administrative action for failure to enroll unless a waiver has been obtained.

We are an E-Verify participant.

TO SUBMIT BY MAIL :  MWR NAF Personnel Office,

                                     150 Hase Rd. Bldg. 3249,

                                      NAS Pensacola, FL 32508 OR…

FAX: (850) 452-3592 (DSN) 459-3592 OR…   EMAIL: NASP_NAFPers@NAVY.MIL

(1)  Submit a properly completed, signed and dated MWR NAF application, which can be downloaded from our website: www.navymwrpensacola.com.  The position title and number of this vacancy announcement should be shown in the appropriate spaces at the top of the application.

(2)  Present/former NAF employees submit a copy of your last two annual appraisals.

(3)  College transcripts required if education is to be substituted for experience.

SPOUSE PREFERENCE:  If requesting spouse preference you must attach a copy of the Military Spouse Employment Preference Request form along with a copy of the spouse’s PCS Orders.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:  If requesting veteran preference you must attach a copy of your DD-214 release from active service with U.S. Armed Forces. Attach SF-15 and documentary proof if asking for Veteran’s Disability, Widower/Widow, Spouse or Mother Preference.

ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY:  Military regulations require that you obtain a special request authorization form (NAVPERS 1336/3) prior to being accepted for outside employment. If employment is offered, you cannot begin work until this chit is supplied to the NAF Personnel Office.

TRANSITION HIRING PREFERENCE:  If requesting preference for the involuntarily separated member of the U.S. Armed Forces and/or eligible dependents(s), attach DD-214 and Memo for Nonappropriated Fund vacancies, to assist in verifying eligibility