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CYS Assistant Director NF-04

Department of Defense
Defense Logistics Agency
Child & Youth Services - Child Development Center
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Summary

This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency's Columbus, OH location with the Child and Youth Services Division.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires

Overview

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Open & closing dates
02/18/2025 to 02/20/2025
Salary
$70,500 to - $76,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
few vacancies in the following location:
Columbus, OH
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
C2SCNAFCY-25-12694623
Control number
831767900

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

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Duties

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  • Serves as a Child and Youth Services (CYS) Assistant Director of a Level 4 (very-large to mega size)CYS Program with responsibility of assisting the supervisor in the operation of an assigned CYS program with all applicable regulations and standards.
  • Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of assigned staff and the safety and well being of children and youth in accordance with Department of Defense, Army and local policies and standards.
  • Supervises and evaluates employees based on established performance standards as required. Provides appropriate staff professional recognition and/or disciplinary action.
  • Assists supervisor in developing program budget, and manages assigned program areas to budget. Conducts written analyses of budget variances and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements.
  • Works cooperatively with other CYS Managers to ensure seamless service and continuity of quality options for all children and youth. Serves as member of the CYS Program Plan Team to develop written strategies for program improvement.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/physical/background requirements for this position.
  • Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
  • A one year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
  • Successful completion of annual training requirements within the prescribed time frame and demonstrated on the job competence is required.
  • May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
  • Travel to on and off post locations required.

Qualifications

1. Successful completion of an undergraduate Degree that included or was supplemented by major study (at least 24 semester hours) in the fields appropriate to the position, which directly relates to the appropriate CYS field consistent with:

- For positions in Child Development Facilities:

The education must have been in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled.

2. In addition to the basic requirements stated above the following is required:

  • 12 months of experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position to be filled.
  • Experience in managing an entire cycle of operation of an early childhood program, including budgeting; facility management; supply management; program development; implementation; selection, training, and supervision of personnel; and curriculum oversight.
  • The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
  • Comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills.
  • Ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.


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Combination of education and experience.

3. Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject matter field appropriate to the position as indicated above (1), and directly related work experience that provided knowledge skills and abilities directly related to the duties described.

- For positions in Child Development Facilities:

The education must have been in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled.

4. In addition to the basic requirements stated above the following is required:

  • 12 months of experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position to be filled.
  • Experience in managing an entire cycle of operation of an early childhood program, including budgeting; facility management; supply management; program development; implementation; selection, training, and supervision of personnel; and curriculum oversight.
  • The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
  • Comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills.
  • Ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
Applicants that possess all of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration.

- At least 3 years' experience as a Supervisory Program Specialist (SPS) or Assistant Director for a large CDC program (capacity of 250 or more), or a combination of both equaling 3 years.
- A minimum of two years' experience in (1) developing performance standards and (2) completing collaborative performance appraisals
- Possess a solid understanding of the Early Learning Matters (ELM) curriculum and how to implement in classrooms.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in maintaining National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation criteria/standards and preparing the program/staff for NAEYC program assessments.
- At least one year of experience with the Child and Youth Management System (CYMS), to include responsibilities for the transition matrix.

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.

Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education.

Additional information

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  • Sign on bonus for this position: $1000.00 initial sign on.
    • Sign on Bonuses Require the incumbent to complete their training.
    • Once employed for 30 days, sign on bonuses are paid.
  • Retention Bonus: $1500.00
    • Incumbent must be employed for 12 months.
    • Retention bonuses are paid in quarterly increments following 12-month employment period.
    • Requires successful completion of Virtual Lab School (VLS) training track (15 modules).
  • Referral Bonus: $250 for existing employee that refers selectee - available to all employees once on board (up to $1000 annually).
  • Reduced Childcare: FREE for first child, 50% discount for the second, and 15% for the third child and beyond.
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Great benefits package - health insurance, sick and vacation time, 401K, and more!
  • On-the-job training and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential paid for once training requirements are met and competency is observed.
  • Tuition Assistance Available for continuing education.
  • Free access to Fitness Center
    • free personal training sessions
    • group fitness classes
    • participate in intermural sports leagues
  • Access to 9 hole Eagle Eye Golf Course
  • Information, Tickets & Registration (ITR) Office - purchase discounted tickets to local, state and nationwide events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums, etc.
  • *World-Wide Access to Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation facilities and programs

Area of Consideration
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Columbus, OH. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Proof of education is required at the time of application.

Manual Application
  • If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner.
Allowances, Incentives and PCS Costs:
  • Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Other:

How you will be evaluated

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

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • Business Based Action
  • Current/Former NAF Employee / Current Appropriated Employee
  • Outside Applicant Veteran / Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Outside Applicant Non-Veteran

Required documents for each consideration category can be found in the applicant information kit, point of contact information is listed at the bottom of this announcement if applicants have any questions about these consideration groups or documents. Applicants are also welcome to reach out to confirm receipt of the required documents or information when submitting an application for this position.

Eligibilities are listed above in the consideration order in accordance with the AR 215-3. Applicants will only be awarded the highest preference/priority consideration found eligible.

By claiming the "Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)" or "Current APF Employee (CAE)" priority consideration eligibility, applicants are self-certifying that they may not be eligible for other priority considerations. Failure to provide supporting documentation to validate preference or priority consideration claims could adversely impact the applicant's eligibility. For additional information on what may be required to support the applicant's eligibility claim, please refer to our Applicant Information Kit found in the applicant information kit.

CNE/FNE/CAE priority consideration must be clearly defined in order to grant the priority consideration. We will need position title, series, grade, location and agency in order determine priority consideration. To ensure we have enough information, we encourage you to submit a copy of your most recent personnel action.

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