Job Summary

This position is located at the Child and Youth Programs (CYP), Naval Base Guam (NBG). The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs. ***Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses/Incentives may be negotiable in accordance with agency policy.***

Job Description

In order to qualify for this position, 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. 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 (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/). Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. 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. Program directors must meet the qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Professional and Scientific Positions and the Individual Occupational Requirements for the General Education and Training Series, (1701). In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, an incumbent must have one of the following: 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 4-year degree in a field related to youth programs, such as youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, home economics with an emphasis in human development, youth development, psychology, or social work OR other degree appropriate to the position being filled 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 minimum of 1 year professional 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 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. 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 child care. Strong supervisory and business skills and ability to provide positive personnel management. Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills to facilitate and organize a collaborative and cohesive installation CYP team. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge and support of the Navy's EEO program policies, goals and objectives. The incumbent may be required to do considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping and/or be able lift and carry up t o 40 pounds. The incumbent may be required to drive an automobile when visiting other CYP sites. Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI ). Must satisfactorily obtain or complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state or National Accreditation institutions utilized as part of DOD's Child and Youth Programs.