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**Now offering 100% discount on childcare for the first child, 25% discount for each additional child (after a multiple child discount of 15% and any deployment discounts applicable) - subject to approval annually**
**CYS employees are now entitled to Commissary Privileges with proper employment verification - subject to approval annually**
This position is for multiple locations at Fort Carson, Colorado.
11/08/2024 to 11/25/2024
$61,460 - $79,897 per year
NF 4
Few vacancies in the following location:
No
No
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
None
No
No
No
C2SCNAFCY-24-12602204
818452700
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.
Education must have been directly related to the position to be filled (general psychology/sociology courses are not qualifying).
(QUAL 1) Successful completion of a bachelor's degree or higher that included or was supplemented by major study (at least 24 semester hours) in child development (including directly related behavioral science), childhood education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled consistent with:
For positions in CDC, FCC or CLEOS - Early Childhood Education, Child Development and/or Elementary Education.
For positions in SAS - Early Childhood/Child Development; Youth Development; Elementary Education, and/or Secondary Education.
For positions in a Middle School/Teen Program - Youth Development, Elementary Education, and/or Secondary Education.
OR
(QUAL 2) Combination of education and experience as follows:Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours in a major course of study in an appropriate CYS field commensurate with the program assigned as indicated above, plus appropriate work experience that provided knowledge skills and abilities directly related to the duties described in the fields appropriate to the position. Appropriate experience and course work must be comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the four-year course of study described above.
In addition to meeting one of the requirements above QUAL 1 or QUAL 2) candidate must possess:
1. At least twelve (12) months experience working in child and youth programs.
2. At least one year 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 being filled.
3. The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
4. Experience in planning and conducting training for child and youth staff.
5. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
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.
Area of Consideration
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
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.
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.
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): C2SCNAFCY-24-12602204. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/25/2024 to receive consideration.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the announcement period to allow themselves ample time for application updates, if warranted. (E.g., to provide missing required documentation such as transcripts, high school diploma, etc. before announcement closes.) After we receive your complete application package your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your resume supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Applicants may be sent based on cut off dates, the date order of application or other means outlined in the announcement text or in accordance with Army Regulation 215-3. You will be notified when your rating is determined. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualification and/or experience, you may lose consideration for the position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors and omissions may affect your eligibility.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/818452700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Learn more about
A Different Way to Serve. Fort Carson Child and Youth Services (CYS) provides the "Gold Standard" in childcare and youth out of school options for Soldiers and Department of Defense (DoD) civilians. Professional staff care for children and Youth with consistent, effective, and safe programs in state-of-the-art facilities. Contributing to building and enhancing military readiness, retention and family resilience.
For more information about NAF HRO go to https://www.facebook.com/carsonnafhro/
Also, the link https://carson.armymwr.com/categories/cys-services
As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted approval to extend temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding the purchase of tobacco or alcohol products) to CYS employees. This temporary approval expires 3 December 2024.
This announcement will be used to fill positions across the CYS program in different facilities and age groups. Referrals will be based on the preferences you indicate in the application process.
