CYS Assistant Facility Director NF-04.

About the Role

Serves as a first-level supervisor for assigned staff and assists the Director in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the program/activity. The incumbent reports and works directly with the Director with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists with providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees, the safety of children, and customer needs.
• Supervises staff to include assigning work, conducting performance reviews, and approving leave.
• Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees' performance.
• Ensures facility complies with health, fire, safety, USDA, and program regulatory guidance and standards.
• Observes program participants and identifies signs of illness, abuse or neglect, emotional distress, and follows mandated reporting protocols.
• In conjunction with the Director ensures compliance with standards, criteria, and laws to obtain and retain DoD certification and national accreditation.
• Assists with taking action to implement recommendations or correct deficiencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. Favorably adjudicated background checks are required.
• Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth. Must obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases, including the influenza vaccine.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable disease.
• Must complete all DoD and Service training requirements within the specified time, including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must have mobility necessary to ensure safety of children and youth, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor.
• Must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Tour of duty may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Majority of the work is performed in the CYS facility, including classroom settings, activity areas, and outdoor areas, with occasional indoor and outdoor field trips.

Qualifications

Resumes must clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities as they pertain to this position.

• Education: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in child development, early childhood education, elementary or secondary education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields appropriate to the position. For positions in Child Development Facilities, the education must have been in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields directly related to the position, such as behavioral science.
• OR one of the following combinations of education and experience:
  • Option 1:
    • Education: 24 semester hours in the majors stated above or a related field.
    • Experience: 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child growth/youth development, of which 6 months must be in a supervisory position. The McCormick Credential.
  • Option 2:
    • Education: 24 semester hours in the majors stated above or a related field.
    • Experience: At least 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child growth/youth development, of which 12 months must be in a supervisory position.
• 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.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees working in the U.S. or as a U.S. citizen/spouse/child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and other amenities.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs.
• Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
• Temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding tobacco or alcohol products) until 31 December 2026.

Area of Consideration

This job is open to candidates who are currently residing within the local commuting area (defined as a 100-mile radius) of Fort Drum, NY. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.