Summary

Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers early care and youth services in center-based (birth to five), facility-based (age 5-12), and recreational environments (school age care; teen; youth sports and fitness). Learn more about us at https://www.navycyp.org.

Recreation Aid (Teen Employment Program) for NSA Naples will include working at our CYP and YSF locations: Support Site, Capodichino, and Carney Park.

This job is open to

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Clarification from the agency

Open to US Citizen of Active Duty or DoD Federal Employee Dependents teens ages14-18 located in Naples, Italy on PCS Orders

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assists in the programming, planning, and implementation of a variety of recurring and non-recurring activities for children/youth.
- Works with assigned personnel to ensure that facilities are maintained in the proper state of cleanliness both inside and out and assists in preparing areas for scheduled events.
- Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.
- Assists with the supervision of children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.
- Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.
- Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule.- Sets up displays and bulletin boards.
- Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.- Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities for activities.
-Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs general clerical duties.
-Assists in general maintenance and cleaning duties.

Requirements

Conditions 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 be ages 14 – 18 years of age and currently attending high school or recent high school graduate.
If 18 years of age, must satisfactorily complete all background checks for childcare positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, Tier 3 if applicable, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check.
Must be a US Citizen

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 is 14 years of age and no older than 18 years unless still enrolled in high school and possesses the following:

Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Knowledge of recreational activities.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
Ability to accurately complete written reports and/or forms
Ability to learn CYP/MWR policies, rules, and regulations involving work areas.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to safely and properly use common cleaning equipment and materials.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, in English.

Education

No education requirement.

Additional information

The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible as they do not have civilian component status.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).

Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.The Department of the Navy (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 MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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. 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. Applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for the grade level they are qualified for. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

Resume with activities, volunteering, complete work history including job title, start and end dates, and highlighting qualifications relevant to the vacancy announcement.
2 Reference Letters
Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date
Copy of PCS Orders with applicants name listed as dependent
Copy of Italian Visa
Copy of Sojourner's Permit (or receipt of application)

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 03/27/2026 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/12903329

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=ApplicantTo 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-hrinquiries@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRE NAF HRO

Phone: 081-568-2838
Email: usn.naples.cnr-eurafcentnpl-it.mbx.n9-naf-human-resources@us.navy.mil

Address: Region NAF HRO / NSA Naples
PSC 817 Box 108
FPO, AE 09622-0108
US

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.

Recreation Aid (Teen Employment Program) Job in Naples, Italy