CYS Training Specialist NF-04

Duties Plan and implement a comprehensive training and professional development program that promotes positive growth and development of children and youth IAW all applicable regulations and standards.
Designs, administers and conducts the Foundation, Annual/On-Going training requirements based on course outlines.
Conducts training both on-the-job and in classroom settings based on developed training plan.
Designs and implements annual CYS program plan to include training goals and objectives, plan to meet individual staff needs, curriculum framework that encompasses the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children/youth.
Observes in appropriate program settings throughout all hours of operation to assess and evaluate staff competency and provide feedback.
Manages program to budget.
Conducts written analyses of budget variances, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
A one year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.
2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
The Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained.
Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements and demonstrated on the job competency is required.
Travel to on and off post locations required.
Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy to include annual influenza vaccinations.
Qualifications Successful completion of an undergraduate Degree that included or was supplemented by major study (at least 24 semester hours) in child development or early childhood education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled consistent with: For positions in CDC an undergraduate degree with a major course of study in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or Elementary Education is required.
For positions in SAS an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood/Child Development; Youth Development; Elementary and Secondary Education is required.
OR 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, 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.
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Experience in planning and conducting training for child and youth staff.
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Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
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The physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop and stand on a routine basis.
Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors.
A Bachelor's degree in the appropriate field as indicated above, and two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in a directly related field is fully qualifying for the position.
Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration.
Knowledge of the Child and Youth Management System.
Created and conducted trainings.
Knowledge of CYS training inspection criteria.
Education Proof of education is required at the time of application, if applicable.
Additional information Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting are of Fort Knox, KY.
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
Manual Application If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form.
All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner.
PCS Costs Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials This is a pay-banded position.
Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay.
When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.
Other: This is a Regular Full Time position with a minimum workweek of 40 hours and eligible for benefits.
Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
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Benefits Review our benefits How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities: Business Based Action Current/Former NAF Employee / Current Appropriated Employee Outside Applicant Veteran / Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Outside Applicant Non-Veteran Required documents for each consideration category can be found in the applicant information kit, point of contact information is listed at the bottom of this announcement if applicants have any questions about these consideration groups or documents.
Applicants are also welcome to reach out to confirm receipt of the required documents or information when submitting an application for this position.
Eligibilities are listed above in the consideration order in accordance with the AR 215-3.
Applicants will only be awarded the highest preference/priority consideration found eligible.
By claiming the "Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)" or "Current APF Employee (CAE)" priority consideration eligibility, applicants are self-certifying that they may not be eligible for other priority considerations.
Failure to provide supporting documentation to validate preference or priority consideration claims could adversely impact the applicant's eligibility.
For additional information on what may be required to support the applicant's eligibility claim, please refer to our Applicant Information Kit found in the applicant information kit.
CNE/FNE/CAE priority consideration must be clearly defined in order to grant the priority consideration.
We will need position title, series, grade, location and agency in order determine priority consideration.
To ensure we have enough information, we encourage you to submit a copy of your most recent personnel action.
Benefits Review our benefits Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents must be submitted with your application: HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education Etc.
Resume PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, if applicable.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.
) for professional and personal references on your resume.
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education Etc.
DA 3434 or equivalent References or letters of recommendations Resume Transcript 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.
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.
How to Apply You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below: Electronically (preferred) at https://www.
usajobs.
gov and search for Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)12386514 Manually: Please refer to the "Addition Information section of this announcement for instructions.
Agency contact information CHRA NAF C2SC - Recruitment Branch Phone 0000000000 Email usarmy.
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naf-central-recruitment@army.
mil Address DM-NAF-W6CDAA US ARMY GARRISON FT KNOX DO NOT MAIL Fort Knox, KY 40121 US Next steps Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the announcement period to allow themselves ample time for application updates, if warranted.
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, 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.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents The following documents must be submitted with your application: HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education Etc.
Resume PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, if applicable.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.
) for professional and personal references on your resume.
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education Etc.
DA 3434 or equivalent References or letters of recommendations Resume Transcript 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.
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.
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