Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Special Issuance Passport (e.g. Official Passport).
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.
- Professional knowledge of observation and assessment methods and implementation science.
- Comprehensive knowledge of concepts of program management, inclusive environments in group settings, requirement determination, policy development, evaluative and analytical processes, and programs implementation.
- Knowledge of the Navy operational organizational structure, chain of command, protocol, and funding, particularly as it relates to Child and Youth Programs.
- Knowledge and understanding of DOD/DON philosophy, goals, vision, policy and programs relating to CYP issues of military members. This includes processes required to develop evaluate, and defend programs to higher levels in DOD, DON, and Congress.
- Knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations and the process used to effect change including evaluating the content of new or modified legislation for impact to CNIC AOR and translating legislation into program goals and implementation.
- Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or improvement of complex management processes and systems, which have impact on CNIC/DON/CYP program goals and objectives.
- Knowledge of research methodology, information retrieval, and data organization for analysis, decision making, and formulation of recommendations. Research methods include interviews, focus groups, working groups, surveys, and data search.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as they apply to CDCs, school age centers and community-based support services.
- Skill in developing, organizing, and conducting executive studies through team efforts.
- Skill in program planning, organizing and coordinating to devise and carry out a variety of program components.
- Skill in project management, including planning, implementation, tracking, and reporting progress on project goals and activities, as well as managing risks and adapting plans to address unexpected events. Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
- Ability to establish and adapt project priorities, specify, and track milestone for work accomplishments, request assistance when needed, and overcome obstacles to project completion.
- Ability to use feedback and measurement to improve Navy CYP services and to represent a customer-oriented approach in all communications and services.
- Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, are of the highest quality, and enhance the reputation of Navy CYP.
- Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to build consensus with all levels of personnel and stakeholders inside and outside the Navy community.
- Ability to identify and apply appropriate evidence-based inclusive practices to meet the needs of individual children and youth and groups of children and youth in a child care or group setting.
- Ability to collaborate and adapt support priorities, specify, and track milestone for program accomplishments, request assistance when needed, and overcome obstacles with CYP stakeholders who have different perspectives on supporting individual needs to achieve common goals and enhance program effectiveness.
- Ability to develop, collect, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends across the program, communicate trends, and propose solutions to program leadership.
- Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
- Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, are of the highest quality, and enhance the reputation of Navy CYP.
- Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All 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.
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 09/04/2025 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/12789327
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.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-usastaffing@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Next steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.