Duties
The incumbent is responsible for planning and executing NBK CYP through the administration, operation and technical direction of any or all of the following programs as applicable to the Installation: Child Development Centers (CDC), Child Development Homes (CDH), 24/7 Centers, School Age Care (SAC) programs, and Youth Programs (YP). A variety of services are provided for children 6 weeks to 18 years of age in accordance with demand and available funding, including full time childcare programs, hourly care, evening and weekend care, emergency care, special needs care, respite care, parent education, recreational programs, resource and referral services, and extended staff development programs.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Operations/Management (duties include but are not limited to):
- Ensures the overall successful administration and operation of the CDC, CDH, 24/7 Center, SAC, and YP for the Installation.
- Provides technical assistance and program oversight to ensure quality of programs and services within the Installation.
- Ensures spaces are fully utilized for ages birth to 12 for the entire CYP program.
- Coordinates with all CYP Directors to ensure an Installation Parent Participation Plan, including a Parent Information Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from CDC, CDH, 24/7 Center, SAC, and YP is implemented.
- Coordinates the issuance of an Installation-wide fee letter.
- Ensures fluid communication among all CY programs on the Installation.
Budgeting and Financial Management (duties include but are not limited to):
- Develops and establishes CYP Non-appropriated fund (NAF) and Appropriated Fund (APF) budgets including CDC, CDH, SAC, and YP budgets and ensures compliance.
- 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.
- Ensures CYP Directors adhere to authorized methods of acquisition.
Personnel Management (duties include but are not limited to):
- Ensures applicable recruitment efforts are implemented and timely initiated related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers.
- Ensures the CYP Training Specialist(s) assigned to the Installation are utilized across the CYP effectively in accordance with CYP Management Standards.
- Initiates a CYP-wide training program by ensuring the CYP Training Specialists and T&C Specialists develop targeted, integrated training plans that account for the common and unique training needs of staff across the CYP.
Policies and Procedures (duties include but are not limited to):
- 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 CYP Directors on the development of single Regional Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), CYP Professional Handbook for efficient operation and management of facility and programs for use within the CYP.
- Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.
Compliance (duties include but are not limited to):
- Coordinates and maintains documentation for CNIC and Multi-Disciplinary Team Inspections and is responsible for timely corrective actions plans for all programs in the CYP.
- Ensures compliance with, and is assessed by adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DON; DoD; Military Child Care Act (MCCA); DODINST 6060.2, 6060.3 and 6060.4; OPNAVINST 1700.9 series; state licensing; the standards set forth by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Council on Accreditation (COA), and National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC); and generally accepted standards of the profession.
Supervisory duties (include but are not limited to):
- Provides administrative and/or technical supervision for: Installation Program CYP Directors, CYP Training Specialists, Training and Curriculum (T&C) Specialists, School Liaison Officer (SLO), and volunteers.
- Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities.
- Conducts annual performance reviews of staff.
- Participates in section staffing decisions.
- Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary.
- Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI).
- 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 pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.
- Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
- Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include holidays, evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of budgeting, financial management and planning and a working knowledge of project planning and initiation including knowledge of construction and special projects.
- 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.
- 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.
- Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
- Skills in program planning, organizing and coordinating to devise and carry out a variety of program components.
- Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
- Ability to exhibit strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills to facilitate and organize a collaborative and cohesive Installation CYP team.
- Ability to perform the full-range of supervisory duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
*Pending Classification
Education
In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, an incumbent must have one of the following:
- A 4-year degree in a field related to business management, school administration, leadership and management, early childhood management or communication AND a minimum of 3 years of full-time experience working in professional management, financial management and administration is preferred.
OR
- A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth.
OR
- A master's degree in the related field of study AND a minimum of 1 year of full-time experience working with children.
OR
- A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) 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 AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
*Pending Classification
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Required Documents
The following documents are required at the time of application:
- Resume
- Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) if claiming education consideration.
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.
- 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
Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRNW Installations. This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive:
- Vendors
- Dependents aged 18 and older
- Service Providers
- Veterans with service-connected disabilities
- Contractors
- Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder)
- Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share)
- Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters
- Au Pairs, Child Care Providers
What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access? If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following:
- U.S. passport or passport card
- ???????Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card)
- Permanent resident card (Green Card)
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Enhanced Driver's License (EDL)
- Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security
How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?The specific requirements for Washington State are provided at the following website: https://dol.wa.gov/driver-licenses-and-permits/enhanced-driver-license-edl. It's best to check the website for the most up-to-date information. You can find a link to your state's DMV here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id???????
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and 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 10/05/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12787648
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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