Duties
Introduction
The purpose of the Child and Youth Programs (CYP) Child Development Center (CDC) Assistant Director position is to assist the CDC Director in overseeing a developmentally appropriate CDC program. A CDC Assistant Director is assigned to a CDC and the incumbent is expected to work with the CDC Director with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of administering the program. Work is subject to review for adequacy of program accomplishments, effectiveness, and compatibility with other work, and compliance with requirements.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Major duties and responsibilities of the CDC Assistant Director include program management, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, interactions and relationships, and compliance. These tasks are summarized below.
Program Management
Directs, administers, and supervises overall operation of the designated CDC. Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise facility based programming of quality, affordable, safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate childcare and preschool services for children of active duty Marines and DoD civilian personnel.
Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Assists in providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), United States Marine Corps (USMC), and local policies and standards.
Provides oversight for services that may include part day preschool programming for selected days of the week, evening childcare for selected days, and occasional hourly and supplemental childcare.
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 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.
Provides oversight for services that may include: part day preschool programming for selected days of the week, evening child care for selected days, and occasional hourly and supplemental child care.
Participates in the CYP Inclusion Action Team meetings as required. Helps to coordinate staff training that includes reference to food and environmental allergies or physical disabilities, and
policies and procedures on special needs accommodations. Maintains supporting documentation on special needs and ensures proper attention is provided for each child.
Ensures maintenance of appropriate standards for facility condition, safety and sanitation. Submits work requests to maintenance as required. Recommends purchase of equipment and supplies to adequately maintain the facility and associated childcare programming.
Helps ensure required inspections are conducted by health, safety and fire officials. Monitors cleanliness, sanitation, health, fire and safety standards in the designated facilities, play
areas, playgrounds and surrounding areas of responsibility. Ensures completion of a daily inspection checklist. Follows up on corrective action for identified deficiencies and prepares and
forwards applicable responses and reports.
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 nonappropriated funds. Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=71299&PostingSeq=1. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Please include the below list of required documents with your application:
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
- If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
- If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver.
Be advised - the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) can help assist all Military affiliated family members and Veterans with their job search. The FMEAP offers a range of services, including job search assistance, resume support, mock interviews, and more. To access these resources, please call 760-830-4030 or email plmsppd@usmc.mil.
Next steps
All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.