BRIDGEPORT, CA - CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR NF4

About the role

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

What you will do

• This position assists the Child Development Center (CDC) Director in overseeing a developmentally appropriate child and youth program (CYP) as well as the management of the program and facilities.
• CYP provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years.
• The incumbent is responsible for administration of the facility to include assisting the CDC Director with budgeting and financial management, personnel management, food service, facility operations, and compliance, among other tasks.
• Serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff and assists the CDC Director in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the program/activity.
• The incumbent reports and works directly with the CDC Director with minimum supervision to accomplish the overall objectives of administering the program.
• Work is subject to review for adequacy of program accomplishments, effectiveness, and compatibility with other work, and compliance with requirements.
• Responsible for overall customer service standards, scheduling staff, financial accountability and accounting for on hand cash, waiting list procedures, childcare enrollment procedures, room counts/attendance reports, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reporting.
• Recommends to the CDC Director innovation/policy changes or refining methods and techniques to be used in providing and continually improving the CYP.
• In the absence of the CDC Director, the incumbent assumes responsibilities and performs duties and requirements of the position under higher level supervision with oversight.
• The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives.
• The success of the CYP requires ongoing interpretation of program policies, professional development of CYP employees, and needs of children, youth, and parents.
• The work includes numerous and unrelated processes and procedures concerning the wide variety of activities in a CYP.
• The incumbent serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.
• The incumbent has knowledge of Federal, State and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect.
• MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities are grouped into categories.
• Assistant Director duties include, but are not limited to: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Assists with providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees, the safety of children, and customer needs.
• Assists with the collection and maintenance of up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes for higher headquarters and statutory requirements and to maximize spaces and ensure that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel.
• Assists with the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation.
• FINANCIAL AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT: Operates the program in compliance with internal control standards.
• Assists with the preparation and execution of Appropriated fund (APF) and Non-appropriated fund (NAF) budgets.
• Conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary.
• Assists with the development of the capital budget to include facility sustainment, restoration, renovation and maintenance; equipment; furniture and fixture life cycle replacement; and curriculum updates.
• Assists in managing the purchases of supplies, travel, training, contracted services, and capital expenditures.
• Tracks and analyzes income and expenditures and assures accounting of all funds and assets.
• Assists with the collection, accurate accounting, and reporting of funds received from patrons.
• Ensures staff is properly trained in cash handling procedures to include collecting, recording and deposition all fees/charges.
• Ensures standards are maintained for facility condition, safety and sanitation.
• Initiates and tracks work requests, coordinating and seeking approval for facility needs from routine maintenance to major renovation or construction.
• Interfaces routinely with the support proponent(s) for facility maintenance, repair, and modernization and provides oversight of routine maintenance and renovation.

How you will be evaluated

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Documents you must provide

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Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

What to expect next

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at *** will be able to view their application status online.

Additional information

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions.

You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: *** As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI).

For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002.

Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. This activity is a Drug-free workplace.

The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

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