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Sports Specialist (CYS) NF-03.

Obsolete Site · Fort Polk, LA · 1 wk ago
OTHRPart-time

Duties

  • Serves as a sports specialist/clinician in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for providing support and assistance to the CYS Sports and Fitness Director and installation volunteer sports coaches.
  • Models appropriate behaviors and techniques and helps coaches in creating appropriate environments; selecting materials and equipment; and planning meaningful practices that support the required sport season.
  • Conducts practice and game visits as required for the purpose of providing support and assistance.
  • Helps inspect sports facilities/programs to ensure safety compliance. Recommends purchase of equipment required to maintain proper safety compliance. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
  • Provides oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army, and local policies, guidance, and standards. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Requirements

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • 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.
  • Must complete a health assessment including all required immunizations.
  • Must possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
  • Must obtain/maintain certification in CPR/First Aid.
  • Must either currently possess or have the ability to obtain a National Association of Youth Sports Clinician Certification within six months of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should not include photos. Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities as they pertain to the qualifications listed below.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following:

  • Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in physical education.

OR

  • All of the following equivalent in scope and complexity to the next lower grade level:
    • Experience managing or assisting in the delivery of a sports or physical education program which included both individual and team sports.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of the skills and techniques needed for various sports.
    • Experience coaching or working with coaches to apply techniques and required skills/fundamentals for various sports.

Highly Preferred Qualifications:

  • Highly qualified candidates will possess experience working in a sports program specifically for children or youth; or at least 12 semester hours in college coursework directly related to children or youth (i.e., PE for children, motor skills development, childhood development, early/elementary/secondary education, health/nutrition for children, child/adolescent psychology, etc.).
  • Highly Preferred candidates may be sent first for consideration. Additional referrals will be sent at management's request.

Education

Please provide any relevant transcripts or certificates that support your eligibility for the position. To be considered, transcripts must be in English, must be legible, and must reflect the name of the school as well as the name of the applicant.

Additional Information

Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00PM CST on 08/18/2026 to ensure timely processing. Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials: This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.

Incentives and Bonuses: Incentives will not be paid.

Your application may be considered for multiple opportunities. After you apply, your application remains valid for three months and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference: Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

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