CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Edwards AFB, California

Salary Range: $18.51 - $22.15 Per Hour

Job Summary: This is a continuous vacancy announcement. Vacancies may not presently exist but may become available at any point during the opening period of this vacancy announcement. Applications will not be reviewed until there is a request to fill a vacancy. Pay will be set based on experience and education. Entry Level (CY-01): $18.51 - $23.32 Intermediate Level (CY-01): $19.73 - $23.32 Target Level (CY-02): $22.15 - $29.29

Major Duties:

• Child Development Center: Child and Youth Program Assistants at the CDC work with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years. They provide activities and programs which support children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ALL LEVELS): The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12849044

Qualifications: Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date,03/10/2026Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring PreferenceIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Entry Level: No experience required and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Intermediate Level: Six months of experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth IN ADDITION TO completion of 3 AF Modules (or equivalent) and AF Orientation Training Program or 15 semester hours above the high school level in early childhood education, youth development, or related field. Target Level: Six months of experience equivalent to the CY-02 level working in a group program for children or youth IN ADDITION TO completion of 15 AF Modules (or equivalent) or 30 semester hours above the high school level which included at least 15 semester hours in early childhood education, youth development, or related field. Required Immunizations: HEP A = 2 Doses or Proof of Positive Titers HEP B = 3 Doses or Proof of Positive Titers MMR = 2 Doses of Proof of Positive Titers Varicella - 2 Doses or Proof of Positive Titers TDAP = Within the Last 10 Years TB Skin = Negative Results within the Last 12 Months Influenza - Within the Current Flu Season You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/10/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2026-03-10