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1. TRAINING
AND CURRICULUM SPECIALIST
- Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Navy
Child and Youth Programs, NAS Fort Worth JRB.
Posted:
February
7, 2014
Location:
United
States
Salary:
40,000.00
- 55,000.00
Type:
Full
Time - Experienced
Categories:
Curriculum
Development/Supervision, Teaching, 0-5, K-3
Required
Education:
4
Year Degree
Navy
Child and Youth Programs, NAS Fort Worth JRB.
Website
Navy
Child and Youth programs are among the highest quality in the nation. Navy
Child Development Centers are accredited with the National Association for the
Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our Child Development Home Providers are
certified by the Department of Defense, applicable state licensing agencies,
and are currently accrediting with the National Association for Family Child
Care (NAF...
This
position is located within the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Departments Child
and Youth Program. The purpose of the position is to provide and deliver a
comprehensive training program to CYP employees and Child Development Home
(CDH) providers that supports the professional requirements of their positions
and to assist with the implementation of a developmentally appropriate program
that fosters the physical, social, emotional cognitive and language development
of children and youth, ages six weeks to 18 years. A comprehensive CYP program
directly correlates to the quality of child and youth programs provided.
Incumbent
is expected to operate independently with minimum supervision toward the
overall objectives of the programs. Utilizes child and youth development and
training expertise to role model, mentor, coordinate and provide training,
observe for successful implementation of training, assesses development of
children and youth by direct observation, and provides services that lead to
obtaining and/or maintaining accreditation by National Association for the
Education of Young Children (NAEYC), National After School Association (NAA) or
National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) and to provide services in
support of the implementation of the Boys and Girls Club (BGCA) Curriculum.
Orients new employees to the whole CYP system and provides them with basic
information that can be applied in all settings.
Works
with CDC Director to establish training plans and schedule for employee and
provider training. Arranges for total CYP training opportunities, including
training of management, administration, food service and direct staff.
Provides
training that is appropriate for and tailored to the age group of the children
and youth with whom the employees and providers work. Executes DoN Standardized
Module Training. Maintains training records. Provides support for staff in
preparation for inspections. In the absence of CDC Director, may assume
responsibilities of the CDC Director and performs duties and responsibilities
of the position.
Visit
http://www.navymwr.org/jobs/2014-009 for a complete job announcment and
requirements.
The
incumbent must have the following: A 4-year degree in Youth Development, Child
Development or related field, which can include recreation, youth recreation,
physical education, elementary education, secondary education, early childhood
education, psychology, social work. Home economics with an emphasis in Human
Development, or other degrees as appropriate AND 3 years fulltime experience
working with children.
OR
A
Masters degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional
experience working with children.
OR
A
combination of education and experience-courses equivalent to a major in a
field (24 hours) appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or
additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally
acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of the study
described above.
HOW/TO
APPLY: Applicants who wish to submit completed applications/resume by postal
service should send documents to NAF Human Resources Office, PSC 1005 Box 19,
FPO AE 09539 or you can submit in person to NAF Human Resources Office located
in BLDG 760. You
may
submit your resume by email to personnel@gtmo-mwr.org or fax to 011-5399-4378.
Applicants are required to provide proof of education, if its required by the
position.
NOTES:
Employer
will assist with relocation costs
Internal
Number: 2014-009 (Guantanam
2. SALARY RANGE: $64,000.00 to $84,000.00 / Per Year
OPEN
PERIOD: Friday, February 14, 2014 to
Thursday, February 20, 2014
SERIES
& GRADE: NF-1701-05
POSITION
INFORMATION: Full Time -
Permanent
PROMOTION
POTENTIAL:05
DUTY
LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the
following location:
WHO
MAY APPLY: US Citizens and Non
Citizens
SECURITY
CLEARANCE: Not Applicable
SUPERVISORY
STATUS: Yes
JOB SUMMARY: About the Agency
You
can apply for this position using the following options (you must have a resume
or use the NAF Optional Application http://armypubs.army.mil/eforms/pureEdge/A3433.XFDL
to apply): 1. Preferred - Apply electronically via USAJOBS -
https://usajobs.gov. This will ensure faster processing of your application.
You will also receive faster status updates. Please upload all required
documents. Uploaded documents will be processed through the system. You are
encouraged to monitor your application status. *You can download the
USAJOBS.gov app to your smart phone for easy access and convenience! 2. Fax
your resume (and supporting documentation) to (478)757-3144. The following link will take you to the cover
sheet which must be included with the faxed resume or application
http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf. NOTE: Faxed documents take 2-3
business days to process before they are available in the system for HR to
view. To complete the job related questions obtain the Form 1203FX by going to
the following link http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf. This form
must be faxed as a part of your application package for you to be considered for
a job. 3. Mail or email your resume (or Optional NAF Application) to the point
of contact listed on the vacancy announcement. 4. If you are in the area, you
may drop off your resume in person to the servicing CPAC NAF Division. You are
highly encouraged to provide all supporting documentation prior to closure of
the vacancy announcement. This will
speed up the process to consider you for the job if you meet the minimum
qualification requirements. IMPORTANT!: Applicants that chose option #3 or #4
as outlined above, must still complete the job related questions either online
or manually (faxed) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If you wish to complete them online, go to
the 'apply online' button on the vacancy announcement. If you wish to complete them manually, print
the full
occupational
questionnaire directly from the vacancy announcement and complete and fax the
1203-FX form (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf) to
(478)757-3144. Neglecting to respond to the job related questions will result
in an ineligible rating. You may contact the servicing CPAC NAF DIVISION
identified on the vacancy announcement for additional assistance.
Occasional Travel
Percentage
of travel required: 5%
RELOCATION
AUTHORIZED
Yes
PCS
costs NTE $35,000
KEY
REQUIREMENTS
Direct
Deposit is required.
Social
Security card is required.
Local
commuting area applicants will NOT be required to relocate
DUTIES:
Serves
as a Child and Youth Development (CYS) Coordinator of a large CYS Program with
responsibility for the operation, integration, coordination, and oversight of
installation Child Development Programs,
Youth Programs, Liaison, Education Support, Outreach Services Programs, and
Army Sponsored Community-Based Programs serving children and youth birth - 18
years IAW all applicable regulations and standards. Applies extensive,
professional knowledge to plan, implement, and supervise a comprehensive program
that promotes positive grwoth and development of children and youth. Provides
program oversight and accountability for the performance of staff and the
safety and well being of children and youth IAW Department of Defense (DoD),
Army and local policies and standards. Coordinates the Installation Child and
Youth Evaluation Team (ICYET) which conducts an internal review to identify the
level and quality of programs/services and assesses compliance with DoD and
Army standards for child care. Collects and analyzes CYS program data to
determine adequacy and effectiveness of installation CYS program. Take actions
required to attain and meet command objectives and ICYET recommendations.
Implements and monitors Department of Army (DA) policies and develops operational
procedures to anticipate installation needs and trends. Serves on CYS Senior
Leader for input and review changes in policy or programming. Oversees
expansion of new Garrison CYS program initiatives. Recruits, hires, and
supervises program administrators, directors, CYS Specialists, trainers etc.
Provides staff recognition and disciplinary action. Visits programs during
hours of operation. Coordinates management of funds and resources to include
developing the annual budget for the installation CYS program to include
Appropriate Funds (APF) and Nonappropriated Funds (NAF), personnel, equipment
etc. Projects quarterly expenditures and monitors funds allocated. Ensures CYS
management staffs work cooperatively to ensure seamless service and continuity
of quality options for all children and youth. Serves as Chief of the CYS
Program Plan Team to develop written strategies. Initiates and maintains
partnerships with both on- and off-post local schools. Oversees CYS food
service program. Establishes and maintains an active program of parental
involvement. Procures supplies and equipment to support program
goals/objectives. Works closely with local community youth serving
organizations, child care resources, local school board representatives etc.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert on installation child and youth services
issues. Includes other job related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Successful
completion of an undergraduate Degree that included or was supplemented by
major study (at least 24 semester hours) in the fields appropriate (child
development, early childhood education, home economics (with early childhood
emphasis), elementary education, or other fields appropriate to the position to
be filled.
OR
A
combination of education and experience - courses equivalent to a major in a
subject matter field (24 semester hours) appropriate to the position (see
above), plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided
knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful
completion of the 4-year course of study described above. In addition
candidates must possess:
1.
Twenty-four (24) months of professional experience in managing at least 2 CYS
programs (FCC, SAS, etc.) to include one year of responsibility of a center
based child or youth program facility. This experience must be equivalent in
difficulty and complexity to the next lower level to include the following:
experience working with regulatory, personnel, funding, and budgeting
proponents. Knowledge of management analysis, personnel development, and APF
and NAF funding and oversight relationship to CYS programs.
2.
Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant
factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
3.
Comprehensive oral and communication skills and analytical writing skills.
Ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
Conditions
of employment:
1.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
2.
Meet all qualification/eligibility requirements.
3. Satisfactorily complete an employment
verification check.
4.
Successfully complete all required background checks to include a health
screening.
5.
Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements and
demonstrated on the job competency is required.
6.
Travel to on and off post locations required.
7.
Job requires working both in and out of doors.
NOTE: Employment will be denied or
terminated if your background checks reveal any of the following: Conviction
for a sexual offense, a drug felony – or any drug related offense, a violent
crime, or a criminal offense involving a child or children.
HOW
YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Credit
may be given for appropriate unpaid experience or volunteer work.BENEFITS:
Nonappropriated
Funds (NAF) Regular positions include employee benefits. For additional benefits information go to
http://www.armymwr.org/hr/nafbenefits/default.aspx.
OTHER
INFORMATION:
As
Child, Youth and School Services Coordinator, the preferred applicant will have
a working, functional knowledge of AR 608-10, AR 215-1, and AR 215-3.
Individual will possess functional knowledge of child development programs,
inspections, and regulatory requirements as well as have achieved NAEYC
accreditation. Experience with nonappropriated fund personnel management and
comprehensive health/sanitation/fire/safety and CYSS environmental inspections
are required.
Work hours are Monday through Friday, weekends may be required, as well as Located
in SW OK near the Texas border, Fort Sill adjoins the city of Lawton, OK. Total
population of city and installation combined is approx. 100,000. Cost of living
is reasonable; public bus transportation available. Fort Sill is within 1 1/2
hours driving distance to Oklahoma City and 3 hours driving time to Dallas/Fort
Worth metro. Commercial
flights available to commercial airport in Lawton, OK (9 miles from post).
Installation enjoys outstanding cooperative relationship with City of Lawton.
Our beautiful installation is steeped in natural, living history. It is the
only active Army Installation on the south Plains built during the Indian Wars.
Fort Sill is a national historic landmark, and our museum is full of early
frontier artifacts.
This position will be assigned to CYSS
management. It is a Regular Full-Time position (guaranteed 40 hours per work
week) with eligibility to participate in NAF Employee Benefits Plan.Payment of
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized and NTE $35,000.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
CPAC NAF HRO Division
Phone: (580)442-5853
Email:
USARMY.SILL.CHRA.MAIL.NAF-CPAC@MAIL.MIL
Agency Information:
Dir Family Morale Welfare and Recreation
4700 Mow Way Road
Fort Sill, OK
73503
__________________________________________________________________________
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Specialist-Head Start-Nationwide (1200002535)
Job Description
Grantee Specialist-Head
Start-Nationwide(Job Number: 1200002535)
Description
Health, Education & Social Programs
Education, Community & Social
Programs Division
Home based- Nationwide
About ICF International
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with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results
throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through
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done in a professional, collegial, and intellectual environment that allows
individuals the latitude they need to perform work that parallels their
passions. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major
corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 4,500 employees serve
these clients worldwide. ICF's website is http://www.icfi.com/.
Job Description:
ICF
International seeks Head Start Grantee
Specialists with expertise in administration and management systems to
provide high quality technical assistance that improves the capacity of Head
Start and Early Head Start programs to meet or exceed the Head Start
Performance Standards and applicable Federal regulations. The Grantee
Specialists will work with programs to correct deficiencies identified through
the national monitoring system and with agencies with multiple areas of
noncompliance and will assist programs to comply with all Head Start
Regulations. A thorough knowledge of the
Head Start Performance Standards as well as other relevant/appropriate Federal
requirements and regulations is required.
The Grantee Specialist will deliver
technical assistance and provide consultation to governing entities, directors,
program managers, staff and parents and will use reliable data collection
systems to assist in providing fiscal management and program design management
expertise, planning work, and in helping to identify strategies for improving
internal grantee systems. The positions are home-based and will involve travel
to programs within clusters of states where the candidate is assigned.
Extensive travel is required.
Qualifications
Key
Responsibilities:
Act as a change agent in management and
administrative areas, incorporating activities that include governing body and
policy group involvement in the development/revision of management and
administrative activities for long-term improvements.
Work with leaders within an organization
to plan and assist in the implementation of changes that resolve deficiencies
and non-compliances.
Plan and implement strategic
interventions with grantees that have been designated deficient or as having
serious non-compliance issues.
Work with Federal Regional staff in
developing strategies for grantee intervention and plan outcomes that address
problem areas for all affected grantees.
Coordinate
with other GS and Early Childhood Education (ECE) staff to identify
ways to address administrative and program improvements in a comprehensive and
holistic manner.
Review, interpret, and utilize a broad
array of data to identify trends and assist each assigned grantee to use the
information to establish objectives for change and identify steps and processes
needed for implementation.
Analyze existing grantee structure,
functions and capacity and propose a redesign of structure(s), functions, and
systems that support quality program operations.
Recommend ways to improve overall
grantee operations, including the development of operations manuals, internal
procedures such as audit resolution processes, and identification of
appropriate management and administrative procedures to strengthen grantee
management practices.
Basic Qualifications:
A minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree
required in a field related to Program Design or Management.
5+ years of demonstrated experience in
providing technical assistance required, specifically on issues pertaining to
governance, fiscal management systems and administrative issues within Head
Start. Knowledge of management and related issues and demonstrated ability to
apply such knowledge.
In-depth knowledge of and experience
with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Master's
degree in a field related to Program Design and Management or degrees in Business Management,
Accounting, Public or Non-Profit Administration, and Project Management (with
fiscal emphasis) are strongly preferred.
Experience in a leadership position
within a Head Start program (Executive Director, Assistant Director, Program
Director preferred.
Knowledge and experience performing
program design management and fiscal management preferred.
Experience providing training at State,
Regional or National Meetings and technical assistance to individual
organizations preferred.
Professional Skills:
Excellent verbal and written
communication skills required.
Ability to work independently as well as
with a team.
Excellent interpersonal skills and
ability to work with a variety of groups including governing bodies, staff,
community leaders, and Head Start policy groups (policy councils and
committees)
Ability to complete detailed paperwork
in timely manner
ICF offers an excellent benefits package,
I have been literally looking for a
position such as the two above since the very beginning of my course. By living
in New Mexico for going on 26 years I have been accustom to living and working
with families from all walks. There are over four military bases within a two
to three hour miles radius and some even closer. I have over 20 years of experience of
working in or with the military staff. This includes the Air Force, Navy and
the Army Branch. This particular position does require working with the
families and with children up to 18 years of age; I have over 12 years of
working with families who had children in the juvenile probation system. In the
juvenile probation systems I worked with children from five to 18 years of age.
I am very familiar the early childhood developmental skills due to my courses
in M.S. Early Childhood Studies - Admin, Management and Leadership, as well as
having over 17 years of working with families who have children with developmental
delays; Lastly, I do have a social work degree.
References
ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer
www.icfi.com/careers/
Navy Child and Youth Programs, NAS Fort Worth
JRB.Visit
http://www.navymwr.org/jobs/2014-009
USAJobWorking for America https://usajobs.gov.
