Job Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Donna Head Child Development Center, Air Force Academy, Colorado. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position: 1st Child - 100% Free Childcare 2nd Child - 37% Employee Discount USAFA Commissary Privileges Recruiting Incentive Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Entry Level: $ 18.70 Intermediate Level: $ 20.89 Target Level: $ 22.33

Job Description

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/14/2027 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation, installation, state, and national criminal background checks is required. Must meet minimum immunization requirements for working with children and youth. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physical. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and remain active for extended periods. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate. Must obtain and maintain required certifications, including First Aid and CPR, as applicable. Must successfully complete all required training within established timeframes. AND CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): This is an entry level position; no previous experience required. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Six (6) months of experience equivalent to the CY-01 (Entry Level) working in a group program with children or youth. Training/Education: In addition to the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must meet ONE of the following: - Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training requirements documented by the Service. For Air Force Entry Level training, this consists of completion of three (3) Air Force modules (or equivalent) and the AF Orientation Training Program; OR -Completion of industry training considered equivalent to the DoW Entry Level Child and Youth Program training requirements (i.e., childcare certification program, state-required childcare training, other recognized childhood training); OR - At least six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Specialized Experience Requirements: 12 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development. Education: Must possess ONE of the following: - Completion of DoW-approved competency-based training requirements. Entry and Intermediate Level training requirements must be completed and documented by the Service; OR - Possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School-Age Credential, or other nationally recognized child or youth development credential appropriate to the age group served; OR - At least 12 semester hours of coursework directly related to the age group served from an accredited college or university. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: