Location: Naval Base Kitsap
Pay Grade: CY-1701-04
Brief Description of Duties: TThe purpose of the Installation Child and Youth Program (CYP) Director is to provide oversight to all child and youth programs at an installation to facilitate the provision of safe, healthy, secure, and developmentally appropriate services for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years. The incumbent is responsible for planning and executing the Installation CYP through the administration, operation and technical direction of any or all of the following programs as applicable to the installation: Child Development Centers (CDC), Child Development Homes (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) programs, and Youth Programs (YP). A variety of services are provided for children 6 weeks to 18 years of age in accordance with demand and available funding, including full time child care programs, hourly care, evening and weekend care, emergency care, care for children with special needs, respite care, and parent education.CYP includes children of all abilities. The incumbent works with all of the installation Directors to ensure that the CYP functions as one unit through implementation of an organizational structure that promotes communication among programs as well as information and resource sharing.The incumbent is responsible for fourCDC’s (one extra-large), two SAC programs, two youth programs and one CDH program. The installation is a designated Category 4/5 Exceptional FamilyMember Program area. Experience in supervising multiple programs and locations as well as support for inclusion desired.
Qualification Requirements: Incumbent must have the following qualifications to be considered:
- A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth; OR
- A Master’s degree in the related fields of study listed above, AND a minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children or youth; OR
- A combination of education and experience appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional coursework that provides knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of full time experience working with children or youth. (at least 24 hours of 300+ level coursework related to the field of study is required)
In-depth knowledge of the principles and management of child and youth development programs. Knowledge to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and purchasing as it pertains to a child and youth program. Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts and other regulations relative to government military Child Development Center. Must possess strong supervisory and business skills and ability to provide positive personnel management. Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills to facilitate and organize a collaborative and cohesive installation. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal communication skills necessary in a diverse workplace.
Conditions of Employment: Position is subject to special immunization requirements as a condition of employment when working with children. Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunizations, and be free from communicable disease. (In accordance with recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine). This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. Please note: Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test. Must satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). Must satisfactorily obtain or complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state, or National Accreditation institution utilized as part of DoD’s Child and Youth Programs.
Other Information: Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.
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Apply online: Interested applicants may apply online at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/675930400?t=1662579080479
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