Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Assists the Director with the administration of the program in such areas as budgeting, control of assets, purchase of materials and equipment, establishing and enforcing program policies, and food program implementation at each facility. Represents the child development center and programs at installation level and other meetings at the request of the Child Development Director. Evaluates Center operations to ensure compliance with DoD, Air Force (AF), and local policies including areas of training, curriculum, administration, and facilities.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the Child Development Center. Assists the staff in establishing programs that provide a safe, healthy, and appropriate environment for the children enrolled. Provides training in subject matters as needed.
• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Evaluates work performance of subordinates. Advises, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment. Hears and resolves complaints from employees, referring to group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development and training. Find ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed. Developed performance standards.
• Ensures adherence to nutritional and sanitation requirements for children.
• Serves as facility custodian, for designated area, coordinates with civil engineer to maintain facility and grounds in optimum condition.
• Discusses child care problems with parents when they develop; answers parent's questions and resolves problems.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• 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
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• May work an uncommon tour of duty or irregular shift or overtime.
• 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.
• Must be available to support Mobility or Readiness Center (RC) operations in an exercise or contingency situation.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary period or trial period.
• Pre-employment physical is required.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): approximately 10 days per year.
• This position is a child care/youth services position and is subject to background checks in accordance with AFI 34-144, Child and Youth Programs.
• This position is a child care/youth services position subject to background checks in accordance with Public Law (PL) 101-647.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions.
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=1700-ndx

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1700/general-education-and-training-series-1701/
Degree: Successful completion of a 4-year degree from an accredited college or university that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

Or
Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

General Experience: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. general experience which is equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (GS-04), level, pay band (NH-01), or equivalent (pay schedule, pay band, etc). Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. General Experience is described to manage the operation of a child care center, select, train, and supervise child care and preschool employees, family child care providers, or other care-giving adults. Develop and implement child development programs, including family day care programs, part-day preschool programs, and before and after school programs. Work with individuals and groups to solve complex problems related to the care and education of children. Assisting with the development, implementation and overseeing all elements of children's developmental program activities to include environment, equipment and experiences within the context of supportive interactions and positive child and growth development for infants, (pre) toddlers, preschoolers, school-agers, youth and children with special needs; awareness of child care regulation requirements, policies and public law and being able to communicate them. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Ideal Candidate:

• Child Development Center operational management desired
• Financial Management/Budget experience desired.
• Data/ Computerproficiency desired

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in early childhood education, child development, or related fields is required; or a combination of education and experience.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of early childhood philosophies, concepts, and developmentally appropriate activities for children ages six weeks through 6 years.
3. Knowledge of Air Force/DoD regulations governing child development, sanitation, safety and personnel practices. Must complete all training, security clearances, and medical requirements including Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing.

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.

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.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

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