Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Osan, AFB.
This is Intermittent (Flexible) position, 0-40 hours per week.
Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification:
Entry Level: $18.70
Intermediate Level: $20.31
Target Level: $21.53
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is local U.S. Citizens/Residents that are 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or
2) Spouses of active-duty military members; or 3) Family members of active-duty military member; or 4) Family members of DoD civilians. U.S
citizens overseas under ordinary resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. Applicants must
currently reside in Korea (20-mile radius).
Duties
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ALL LEVELS):
The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for
the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Assists in implementing developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using established curriculum, lesson plans, and program materials. Provides care, supervision, and accountability for children and youth in assigned areas. Promotes positive interactions and relationships with children, youth, parents, and staff.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):
Assists with preparing and maintaining indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials. Supports safety, health, fitness, nutrition, and sanitation practices. Supervises children and youth during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios. Assists in serving meals and snacks, where applicable. Ensure children and youth depart only with authorized individuals in accordance with written parental instructions. Assists with maintaining program records, participation data, and required documentation. Supports program certification, accreditation, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL):
Prepares, arranges, and maintains indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials. Supervises children and youth during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios. Promotes and models safety, health, fitness, nutrition, and sanitation practices. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and follows individualized care instructions as directed. Promotes positive child and youth development through age-appropriate guidance techniques and interactions. Establishes and maintains an environment that supports learning, participation, safety, and positive relationships among children, youth, staff, and parents. Assists children and youth with activities, projects, homework, and life skills development. Participates in program evaluations, certification, accreditation, inspections, and risk management activities. Maintains required records, inventories supplies and equipment, collects participation data, and recommends improvements to program operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):
Creates and maintains a positive learning environment that promotes participation, exploration, skill development, and positive interactions. Uses approved child guidance and youth development techniques to support individual and group activities. Assists children and youth with projects, homework, and life skills development. Works collaboratively with parents, staff, and program leadership to support children's and youth developmental needs. Participates in parent conferences and provides information regarding program activities and participant progress. May provide guidance and mentorship to entry and intermediate level staff. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs by following individualized care instructions, behavior support strategies, and accommodation plans. Participates in program evaluations, certification, accreditation, inspections, and risk management activities. Maintains required records, inventories supplies and equipment, collects participation data, and recommends improvements to program operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13103468
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1
background investigation.
- This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
- This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
US Citizens with SOFA status
- This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual
influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
- Applications will be accepted from all locally available US citizens with a valid US passport, including dependents of active-duty military members, federal civilian employees and invited contractors.
- No transportation, travel, PCS, or relocations expenses will be paid.
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Applicants are required to provide professional references for consideration.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/31/2026
- · Family Member Preference
- · Military Spouse Preference
- · Outside Applicant Veteran
- · Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
- Business Based Action
- Family Member Preference
- Military Spouse Preference
- Outside Applicant Veteran
- Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
- Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS
Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification:
AND
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):
This is an entry level position; no previous experience required.
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL):
Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent) AND AF Orientation Training Program;
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):
18 months experience equivalent to intermediate level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of applicable training modules;
OR
A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, elementary education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
- Child Development Program will provide 100% childcare fee discount for all CYP staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular
part-time DAF CDP. A 37% discount will apply for each subsequent child. CYP Staff must spend a minimum of 75% of their work
schedule in the classroom and flex employees who average 15 hours a week. Please contact local NAF HR Office for additional
information.
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting
documents needed for verification.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
- This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
- All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
- Probationary period may be required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- LQA is not authorized.
- Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
- This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
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.
Required Documents
The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:
- PCS Orders
- Proof of Marriage Status
- Resume
Your resume may be submitted in any format and
must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Diploma/ GED
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Proof of Marriage Status
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
As described above, your
complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/31/2026 to receive consideration.
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After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
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Next steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.