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Position Title
Child and Youth Program Leader (New Hire/Rehire Incentive bonus offered)
Agency
Commander, Navy Installations
Announcement Number
KW-25-12734838 Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, May 12, 2025 to Thursday, June 12, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you the spouse of a relocating Armed Forces member?  If yes, please confirm the following: I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor.

I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location. 

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action. 

NOTE 2:  You must include documentation of your preference eligibility which includes:  A copy of the PCS orders and your marriage certificate or license.

Failure to provide this documentation will result in a rating of ineligible.
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Conditions of Employment
1. For security clearance purposes, I am or will be 18 years of age or older prior to start of employment. (limit characters)
2. I am willing and able to submit to a pre-employment physical exam prior to employment. (limit characters)
3. I am willing and able to wear a prescribed uniform while performing duties of this position. (limit characters)
4. This position requires selectee to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test. I am willing and able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test. (limit characters)
5. I am willing and able to lift and/or carry loads/items up to 40 pounds. (limit characters)
6. This position requires selectee to submit to a background investigation to verify suitability for employment. The background investigation may include all of some of the following: a review of any criminal history, past or current indebtedness, legal or illegal drug use, other factions that may impeded successful performance on the job. I am willing and able to submit to a background investigation to verify suitability for employment for this position. (limit characters)
7. To be qualified for this position it is required to possess one of the following:
1- Completion of DOD Standardized Module Training AND 12 months Experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) Level OR
2Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND 12 months Experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) Level OR 
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A minimum of a 2-year degree in Youth Development, Child Development or a related field, which can include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development, or other degrees as appropriate AND 12 months Experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) Level.
*Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.
*Note: If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.

Do you possess any of these requirements and have uploaded your HS Diploma and/or school transcripts as proof of education with your application?


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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Department of the Navy Nonappropriated Funds Employment. This section will be used to determine if you possess the education and/or experience to qualify for a Child and Youth Program Leader position. Failure to respond to the question(s) will result in an ineligible rating. (limit characters)
1. Please select the statement applicable to you. (limit characters)
2. What is your highest level of education? (limit characters)
3. How many months of experience do you have in applying child and youth development principles to plan programs and activities for children/youth in a group setting (e.g., conflict resolution, and exploring the environment around them)? (limit characters)
4. How many months of experience do you have in implementing programs and activities that promote a positive learning environment for children/youth in a group setting (e.g., develop social skills, make healthy choices, and build self-help and school readiness skills)? (limit characters)
5. How many months of experience do you have in leading, mentoring, and guiding others (e.g., individuals, groups, teams, and peers) in a child and youth program setting? (limit characters)