Child Development Center Director Nf4

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

Exercises supervisory and management authority over a Child and Youth Program (CYP) center. Plans organizes and oversees day-to-day operations staff and facilities providing developmental care for ages 6 weeks to 18 years. Reports directly to the installation CYP Coordinator. Acts as a first-level supervisor. Applies subject knowledge policy compliance initiative and creativity to meet program goals. Acts as a mandated reporter with comprehensive knowledge of Federal State and local laws governing child abuse and neglect detection prevention and reporting.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Program Management & Inclusion

• Developmental Care: Implements programs promoting social emotional physical and cognitive growth.

• Accountability: Ensures compliance with Federal DoD Service and local safety standards.

• Data & Assessment: Collects statistical data to optimize spaces; conducts surveys and assessments.

• Special Needs Support: Ensures inclusive programming medication administration and behavioral strategies.

• Individualized Plans: Collaborates on Behavior Support Plans IFSPs and IEPs; guides parents on resources.

Financial & Facility Management

• Budgeting: Prepares and executes Appropriated Fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) budgets.

• Analysis: Conducts written variance analysis and justifies unanticipated funding needs.

• Procurement: Initiates purchases for supplies equipment travel training and contracted services.

• Maintenance: Enforces facility condition safety and sanitation; initiates routine and major work requests.

Personnel Management

• Supervision: Assigns work sets priorities schedules staff and approves leave.

• Evaluations: Conducts written observations and completes midterm and annual performance reviews.

• Development: Mentors staff; collaborates with Training and Curriculum Specialists to identify training needs.

• Employee Relations: Selects candidates resolves complaints and initiates rewards or disciplinary actions.

• EEO Compliance: Actively supports Equal Employment Opportunity principles and prevents discrimination.

Program Operations & Community Relations

• Environment: Sustains participant interest and models positive interaction techniques.

• Parent Engagement: Chairs the Parent Board; organizes events like orientations and class meetings.

• Liaison Role: Partners with military leadership schools civic groups and early education councils.

Safety & Compliance

• Inspections: Meets health fire safety USDA and regulatory standards for DoD certification and accreditation.

• Emergency Action: Identifies plans for and responds to medical emergencies evacuations and distress.

• Daily Inspections: Conducts daily facility walk-throughs; documents and corrects identified deficiencies.

• Reporting: Completes and reviews required accident and incident documentation.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Mobility: Requires walking standing bending stooping and sitting on the floor.

• Acuity: Mandates visual and auditory capabilities for direct sight-and-sound supervision.

• Communication: Requires effective oral and written communication in English.

• Conditions: Operates in classrooms offices and outdoor environments with typical exposure risks.

• Schedule: May require uncommon tours of duty including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Bachelors 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 24 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 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.
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

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race age color religion national origin sex GINA political affiliationmembership or non-membership in an employee organization marital status physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: part of the employment process Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI).For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760 Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

*Education/certification certificate(s) if applicable.

*If prior military DD214 Member Copy

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees whether on or off duty cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace and Marines sailors and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with TA stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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