Child and Youth Program Assistant (Technician Level)

Child and Youth Program Assistant (Technician Level)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Travis AFB, California

Salary Range: $27.32 - $31.4 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is located at the Youth Center on Travis Air Force Base, CA. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). Eligible to use base facilities such as: Base Exchange (BX), Gym, Outdoor Rec, Library, Marina, Golf Course, Bowling Center, and the Arts & Crafts Center. Tuition Assistance after one year!

Major Duties:

• Serves as a mentor for assigned child and youth staff. Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees. Assists trainer in helping lower level employees with completion of the modules and help translate professional development training into practice. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth. Assists lower level employees in their efforts to receive a Child Development Associate/Youth Development credential. Records observations and charts progress of team member's on-the-job skills and reports findings to trainer. Frequently consults trainer on strategies to further assist team member's professional development efforts. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc. Provides input to child and youth training plan based on observed training needs. Works in ratio with children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events. Plans, coordinates and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Encourages program options for children and youth with special requirements. Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults. Recommends to trainer and program leader changes and adjustments to activities and plans where necessary to meet unusual situations. Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness. Works with trainer, supervisor and program leader to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of children and youth. Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisor, and volunteers. Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Plans and conducts parent involvement activities to encourage parents to become involved. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damage, missing and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains and reports program participation data. Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with AF local policies, guidance, and standards. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs. Acts as the manager in non­routine/emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility. If interested in this position please preview the online application https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12853307

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, 12/18/2025 Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Basic Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent) by the closing date of this announcement. Must meet specific physical requirements. Pass a physical examination and have required immunizations. Must be able to lift 40lbs or more and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate. and satisfactorily complete installation, stale and national criminal background checks. Must possess maturity and good judgment and like working with children/youth and their parents. Specialized Requirement: Must possess one of the following: -24 months (2 years) working in a childcare or youth program, completion of DoD approved competency training courses. Additionally, successful completion of all required training for program assistant (entry, skilled, and target level) must be complete and evident by Service-issued documentation. -24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours with amajor course of study (24 credit hours) which directly relates to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university -Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential,military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential. -A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.

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 12/18/2025 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: 2025-12-18