CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, NF-4

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

• This position assists the Child Development Center (CDC) Director in overseeing a developmentally appropriate child and youth program (CYP) as well as the management of the program and facilities. 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 administration of the facility to include assisting the CDC Director with budgeting and financial management, personnel management, food service, facility operations, and compliance, among other tasks. The incumbent serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff and assists the CDC Director in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the program/activity. The incumbent reports and works directly with the CDC Director with minimum supervision to accomplish the overall objectives of administering the program. Work is subject to review for adequacy of program accomplishments, effectiveness, and compatibility with other work, and compliance with requirements. The incumbent is responsible for overall customer service standards, scheduling staff, financial accountability and accounting for on hand cash, waiting list procedures, childcare enrollment procedures, room counts/attendance reports, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reporting. The incumbent recommends to the CDC Director innovation/policy changes or refining methods and techniques to be used in providing and continually improving the CYP. In the absence of the CDC Director, the incumbent assumes responsibilities and performs duties and requirements of the position under higher level supervision with oversight. 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 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. Financial and Facility Management Operates program in compliance with internal control standards. Assists with the preparation and execution of Appropriated fund (APF) and Nonappropriated fund (NAF) budgets. Conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary. Assists with the development of capital budget to include facility sustainment, restoration, renovation and maintenance; equipment; furniture and fixture life cycle replacement; and curriculum updates. Assists in managing the purchases of supplies, travel, training, contracted services, and capital expenditures. Tracks and analyzes income and expenditures and assures accounting of all funds and assets. Assists with the collection, accurate accounting, and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures staff is properly trained in cash handling procedures to include collecting, recording and deposition all fees/charges. Ensures standards are maintained for facility condition, safety and sanitation. Manages indoor/outdoor spaces to meet fire, safety and health requirements. Personnel Management Initiates and tracks work requests, coordinating and seeking approval for facility needs from routine maintenance to major renovation or construction. Interfaces routinely with the support proponent(s) for facility maintenance, repair, and modernization and provides oversight of routine maintenance and renovation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in child development, early childhood education, elementary or secondary education, family and consumer sciences (early childhood emphasis), special education, or other fields appropriate to the position; or a combination of education and experience from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. AND a minimum of 18 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development. 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 pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance. Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. 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 able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Note: This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent is subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity, reliability and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety, and causing risk/damage to government property, and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age. "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 could make you ineligible to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for up to 3 Years from the date of the drug test."

Requirements

EVALUATIONS:

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. STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY) A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78764&PostingSeq=1 to be considered. Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration. STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=78764&PostingSeq=1. Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.