Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties include but not limited to:

Program Management

• Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in a small CDC with up to 100 children enrolled in accordance with Department of War (DoW), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards.
• Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of age-appropriate programs to all children through individual and group developmental and educational settings to stimulate and sustain social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth of children.
• Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served.
• Ensures the development and implementation of the established curriculum.
• Establishes higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment.

• Conducts studies and surveys toevaluate program effectiveness and cost efficiency.
• Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures program meets established financial goals.
• Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds.

• Develops, administers and evaluates an ongoing program of individual and group developmental and educational activities for staff implementation and execution.
• Establishes review systems for the organization that make certain government needs are met and validated, and that economy and quality of operations are maintained or improved.
• Provides input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs. Oversees implementation of these SOPs.

• Ensures facility and grounds are well maintained in accordance with Department of War (DoW), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards. Ensures CCTV, intercoms, telecommunications, security access points, egress points, and computer systems are functioning properly. Follows established protocols to resolve issues, initiate trouble calls, report faulty/broken equipment, and respond to data calls.
• Determines adequacy of facilities and identifies additional facility needs. Initiates workrequests, coordinating and seeking approval for facility needs from routine maintenance to major renovation orconstruction.
• Establish and use satellite location to support programming when space isneeded. Monitors all renovation and construction projects within the facility.

• 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.
• Assists in establishing a program environment, which sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with adults, children and youth.

Conditions of employment

• This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
• Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• A bachelor's or higher degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education (concentration in ECE), Home Economics (early childhood emphasis), Child Care Administration or related field of study and three years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth; or a combination of education and experience.
• Mastery knowledge of child development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social and special education needs and center management.
• Mastery knowledge of the principles of child development and in designing and managing an exceptionally complex program that includes, but is not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management.
• Knowledge of DoW, DON, local and state regulations, instructions and procedures pertaining to military childcare.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts pertaining to military child care.
• Knowledge of financial, budget, resource management practices and principles, and analytical and evaluative methods and techniques.
• Skill in educating, counseling, and advising child care professionals and parents; assessing training and children's developmental needs.
• Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing community resources within the program framework to augment the program to meet installation objectives.
• Skill working with military families and an understanding of military lifestyles is preferred.
• Ability to analyze, plan and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
• Ability to supervise others, exercise sound business skills and provide positive personnel management.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume: two-page limit, using no less than 10-point, with no less than one-inch margins all around; learn more here - Resume Requirements
• Proof of education: official transcripts only; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating
• If claiming Department of War (DoW) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

Note: All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). Altered transcripts will not be accepted.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

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