CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER DIRECTOR, NF-04/RFT, CHIMUGUKURU CDC, CAMP FOSTER

Summary

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.

Duties

• NON APPROPRIATED FUNDS POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR CDC BUSINESS TITLE: CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER DIRECTOR JOB SERIES: 1701 JOB CODE: 014764 PAY LEVEL: NF-4 FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT Introduction This position exercises supervisory and management authorities over a Child and Youth Program (CYP) center(s) by planning, organizing, and overseeing the day-to-day operations as well as the management of the program, staff, and facilities. The 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 the administration of the facility to include implementation of developmentally appropriate programs, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, to include special needs, and compliance, among other tasks. The incumbent serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff. 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 reports to the installation CYP Administrator who provides leadership and guidance for the CYP. Work is reviewed for overall effectiveness and successful operation of the program, compliance with policies and regulations, and patron and command satisfaction. The primary purpose of this position is responsibility for the daily operations of their center/program and supervision of the staff associated with the center/program. The incumbent must have the ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with family members, colleagues, organizational leadership, and community support agencies on and off installation. Independently recommends to the installation CYP Administrator innovation/policy changes or refining methods and techniques to be used in providing and continually improving the CYP. The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives. 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: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Ensures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate CYP 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 Federal, DoW, Service, and local policies and standards. Ensures the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel. Conducts program-specific surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons and when needed makes recommendations to CYP and installation leadership regarding changes to programming and hours of operation based on responses. Incumbent must have the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYEMENT: This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-647 codified at 34 U.S.C. § 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05, favorably adjudicated background checks are required. Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must complete all DoW 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 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3 years experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development. Skill to supervise employees and serve as a leader in the accomplishment of work. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor¿s degree or advanced degree in child development, early childhood education, elementary or secondary education, family and consumer science (early childhood emphasis), special education, or other fields appropriate to the position. 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. Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with DoW and Marine Corps policy for employees who provide childcare services. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoW training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any. Must maintain current food handlers, CPR and First Aid certifications. May be required to obtain a government driver¿s license. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position. Must be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance.

Requirements

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How to apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. 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. Please Note: Due to character limitations in USAJOBS, the full Position Description may not display. Please refer to MCCS Careers for the complete Major Duties and additional details. Social Security Card is required to be presented during the application process. THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA.