Summary This position is with the Fort McCoy, Wisconsin Child Development Center serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age. We recommend including full contact information for professional and personal references on your resume. This is a Regular Full-Time position that is eligible for leave accrual and benefits. Candidates with at least 12 months of DoD CYS experience are encouraged to apply. This is an open continuous announcement to provide a ready pool of available applicants as needed. Responsibilities Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members. Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All Candidates must: Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. In addition, candidates must meet one of the following: Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education. Note: General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying. parenting. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying. Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential. A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above. Applicants that submit resumes reflecting at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred, and may be sent first for consideration. 1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes. 2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections. 3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth). 4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff. Education Proof of education is required at the time of application, if applicable. Please provide relevant transcripts to support your eligibility for the position Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled (general psychology/sociology courses are not qualifying). Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education. Additional Information Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (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. This is an open continuous announcement to provide a ready pool of available applicants as needed. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as vacancies occur. Allowances, Incentives and PCS Costs: Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid. Payment of 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: This position is within the Child Development Center with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age. This is a Regular Full-Time position that is eligible for leave accrual and benefits. Must be available Monday through Friday between the operating hours of 0615-1745. Occasional nights and weekends for staff training or special events. 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