Installation Child and Youth Director (Small or Medium)

Clarification from the agency

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

Major duties and responsibilities:

Program Operations/Management

• Responsible for the administration, operation and technical direction of the CYP, which may include CDCs, FCCs, SACS, YPs and CYES to facilitate the identification of child care, recreational and educational supports services and options for authorized patrons.
• Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, and objectives for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to accomplishments, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or respond to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
• Ensures seamless service and continuity of quality options for all children and youth. Develops strategies for program improvement. Initiates and maintains partnerships with both on and off installation organizations serving children and youth.
• Initiates and maintains partnerships with both on and off-installation local schools. Interfaces with local school board representatives to establish state-run Pre-Kindergarten Programs or official CYP sponsored Pre-Kindergarten programs.
• Serves as the installation liaison with the Regional CYP Manager on all CYP issues.
• Implements and monitors policies to include guidance, fee policies, program registration/enrollment, baseline standards and benchmarks, key management control and space utilization goals. Develops operational procedures to anticipate installation needs and trends and documents results.
• Develops, monitors, and analyzes applicable statistical data to track operating programs, evaluate their effectiveness and applicability to strategic goals, and plan improvements. Informs senior management of progress and advises of significant developments that impact plans.
• Ensures the CYP T&C Specialists develop targeted, integrated training plans that account for the common and unique training needs of CYP staff.

• Compiles program statistical data for reports and data calls and keeps Command abreast of trends, policy changes, program deficiencies and needs for the installation CYP.
• 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 compliance with all Department of Navy (DoN), Department of Defense (DoD), State, Federal and local instructions, standards, regulations, policies and procedures as they apply to the total CYP.
• Coordinates with all installation CYP Directors the development of single installation
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), CYP Professional Handbook and a parent handbook for the CYP for efficient operation and management of facility and programs for use within the CYP.

• Coordinates and maintains documentation for Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) and Multi-Disciplinary Team Inspections and is responsible for timely corrective actions plans for all programs in the CYP.
• Establishes review systems for the organization and make certain government needs are met and validated, and that economy and quality and quality of operations are maintained or improved.
• Ensures program accreditation and DOD certification requirements are maintained by monitoring programs in good standing.
• Uses the Incident Reporting Tool (IRT) in accordance with DON, CNIC, and DOD communication and reporting requirements of serious incidents that occur in CYPs. Ensures suspected child abuse or neglect is reported to the appropriate agencies and that all reporting protocols are followed. Evaluates reportable incidents for trends and ensure processes and procedures are established to reduce them across the CYP.
• Routinely inspects assets, to include IT gear, office and classroom equipment, facilities, and vehicles and takes steps to ensure ongoing maintenance is scheduled and completed. Ensures compliance and adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoD, DON, and/or CNIC policy, regulations, and procedures and accreditation criteria. Implements recommendations or corrective actions to address discrepancies or findings from inspections or accreditation visits. Prepares responses to inspection reports. Follows - up to ensure complete and quality resolution discrepancies.

• Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services
• As needed, represents CYP in Installation Determination Committee investigations and Problematic Sexual Behavior in Children and Youth - Multi - Disciplinary Team Assessments.

Conditions of employment

• 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 have or be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Ability to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete all additional Child Care checks in accordance with PL 101-647 and DoDI 1402.05.

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.

• Knowledge of the principles of child and youth development and in designing and managing exceptionally complex programs that includes, but are not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management.
• Knowledge of and skill in applying both Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Possess necessary skills in program planning, organizing and coordinating to devise and carry out a variety of program components.
• 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; DoN, local and state child and youth regulations and procedures; and other regulations and instructions pertaining to military childcare and recreational services.
• Knowledge and support of the Navy's EEO program policies, goals and objectives.
• Skills in program planning, organizing and coordinating to devise and carry out a variety of program components.
• Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills to facilitate and organize a collaborative and cohesive installation CYP team.
• Knowledge of national accreditation and criteria.
• Skill in establishing positive working relationships with the teams and individuals, leading purposeful interactions, resolving conflict, and maintaining confidentiality for families and employers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• 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 work effectively under pressure or on multiple tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

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 and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume 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. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume: limited to two pages, must useTimes New Roman font no smaller than 10-point with margins no less than one inch on all sides; please review this link guide on how to write a federal resume - 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.
• Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable)
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) 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: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. 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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