A job with Commander, Navy Installations Command in Middletown, Rhode Island. It pays $101,375–$108,134 per year at grade NF-04. Applications close on Oct 9, 2026 — 15 days left.
- Working pattern
- On site
- Who can apply
- Open to the public
- Clearance
- Other
Main duties
- Program Management Applies professional knowledge of child and youth development to develop and supervise a developmentally program.
- Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth.
- Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards.
- Recommends modification of higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child and youth development philosophy/principles and DoN policies.
Full details
About the role
The purpose of the Youth Director with Oversight position is twofold: (1) to administer a developmentally appropriate youth program for children of eligible patrons and (2) oversee all installation Child and Youth Programs (CYPs). Administration includes the direction and operation of a medium (100-199 children) School Age Care (SAC) program and/or a Youth Program (YP).
A variety of services are provided in accordance with demand and availability of funding.
What you will do
- Program Management Applies professional knowledge of child and youth development to develop and supervise a developmentally program.
- Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth.
- Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards.
- Recommends modification of higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child and youth development philosophy/principles and DoN policies.
- Ensures the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation.
- Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes.
- Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community.
- Budgeting and Financial Management Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances.
- Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons.
- Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds.
- Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.
- Personnel Management Responsible for the supervision of employees and volunteers.
- Ensures proper and timely initiation and implementation of all personnel actions Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies.
- Ensures all employees follow safety, health, nutrition, and risk management policies and procedures.
- Oversees the development of a staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes.
- Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and evaluates performance.
- Provides clear guidance to employees and volunteers regarding compliance with standards and execution of management directives.
- Receives and ensures resolution of complaints related to personnel; disciplinary action as necessary.
- Works collaboratively with CYP Training Specialist(s) to identify training needs of employees, Ensures training is competency-based and tied to career progression.
- Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education.
- Program Operations Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs.
- Works collaboratively with other CYP Directors to establish and implement a combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks and ensures distribution of these handbooks.
- Ensures that program spaces are fully utilized.
- Compliance Ensures compliance with, and is assessed by adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoN, DoD, the Military Child Care Act (MCCA), and the Council on Accreditation (COA).
- Ensures the development and provision of programs related to the core program areas outlined in the OPNAV Responsible for compliance with child abuse and neglect reporting requirements.
- Ensures compliance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
- CYP Program Oversight Compiles program statistical data for reports and data calls and keeps Command abreast of trends, policy changes, program deficiencies and needs for the installation CYP.
- Executes a child placement system, including a central enrollment registry Coordinates with all installation CYP Directors to ensure an installation Parent Participation Plan Coordinates a joint CYP Inclusion Action Team at the installation.
- Responsible for coordinating the issuance of an installation wide fee letter.
- Coordinates with all installation CYP Directors the use of employees across the CYP Ensures that CYP Training Specialist(s) assigned to the installation are utilized across the CYP effectively in accordance with CYP Management Standards.
- Initiates a CYP-wide training program by ensuring that the CYP Training Specialist positions develop targeted, integrated training plans Coordinates with all installation CYP Directors the development of single installation SOPs, CYP Professional Handbook and a parent handbook for the CYP Ensures fluid communication among CYPs on the installation.
- Serves as the liaison with the Regional Program Manager on all CYP issues.
- Coordinates and maintains documentation for Commander, Navy Installations Command(CNIC) and Multi-Disciplinary Team Inspections Additional Responsibilities Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.
Education
A 4-year degree in a field related to youth programs, such as youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, home economics with an emphasis in human development, youth development, psychology, or social work, or other degree appropriate to the position being filled AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.
OR A Master's degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children.
OR A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth
How you will be evaluated
Resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements.
Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Documents you must provide
- The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume: limited to two pages, must use Times New Roman font no smaller than 10-point with margins no less than one inch on all sides; please review this link guide on how to write a federal resume - Resume Requirements Proof of education: official transcripts only; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable.
- Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating.
- Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable) If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
- All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
- Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
- Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.
- Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.
- Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
What to expect next
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.
Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.
Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Additional information
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace.
The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.
A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.
All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC).
The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems.
This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05.
Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense.
Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care.
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