CYS Program Specialist NF-05

Duties

• Serves as a program specialist and subject matter expert for child and youth programs within the Child and Youth Services (CYS) Directorate.
• Provides specific project officer support to Army-operated and Army sponsored programs resulting from CYS initiatives. Develops contract specifications for program materials and services.
• Develops and revises policy directives, plans, and operational materials for Army-wide implementation of child and youth programs.
• Executes Directorate effort to provide technical assistance through training workshops, process action teams, on-site visits, and inspections.
• Develops and communicates the strategic/key messages for CYS programs through the written/visual mediums (such as information and staff papers, slides, reports, flyers, and brochures). Represents and speaks for the Army on child and youth issues.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• 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 3 background investigation.
• Position sensitivity II; must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Incumbent may be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 30 August 1993.
• Some travel is required.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy to include annual influenza vaccinations.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

• Demonstrated work experience, equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level, that include the knowledge, skills, or abilities that are essential for successful job performance to include:
• Program and administrative experience in child and youth programs. Headquarters experience preferred.
• Experience in working with CYS proponents (e.g., regulatory, personnel, funding, marketing, and organizations (e.g., BGCA, 4-H) related to child and youth program functions.
• Ability to review/evaluate CYS program effectiveness and compliance with benchmark criteria and DoD / Army policies and procedures.
• Experience in planning and conducting training for child and youth staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

• Possess at least three (3) years of Department of Defense Child and Youth Services (CYS) experience at the Administrator, Program Operations, or Coordinator level.

In order to be considered for the highly preferred criteria, your resume must show that you meet BOTH the minimum qualifications, and ALL of the high preferred criteria. Applicants meeting ALL criteria will be considered best qualified, and will be referred to the selecting official first. Remaining applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates worldwide.

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 (at the bottom of this announcement) 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 03:00PM EST on 10/23/2025 to ensure timely processing.
• Important : Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.
• In accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations, most individuals will be authorized movement of Household Goods, Temporary Storage, and Air, POV, or Rail Transportation to your new duty station. In addition, some individuals may also be authorized Temporary Quarters Subsistence Expenses (TQSE).

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will be paid: Relocation incentive in the amount of $10,000 may be authorized with a two-year agreement.

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.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities :

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See for details.

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities :

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

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