Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Robins AFB, Georgia
Salary Range: $40332 - $96116 Per Year
Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Child Development Center Director in implementing and supervising on-going developmental childcare and preschool programs for children six weeks through 5 years of age in the child and youth program at the installation.
Major Duties:
Qualifications: Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. or Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in group child care or other work that demonstrated the ability to manage the operation of a child care center; Select, train, and supervise child care and preschool employees, family child care providers, or other care-giving adults; Develop and implement child development programs, including family day care programs, part-day preschool programs, and before and after school programs; Work with individuals and groups to solve complex problems related to the care and education of children. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in the field of child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education or other fields appropriate to the position to include education, social work and psychology in addition to nine credit hours in leadership, management and/or administration. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Ideal Candidate: A strong educational background is fundamental. The ideal candidate would have: -A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related discipline. Specialized coursework in areas like child development, curriculum development, and business administration. -For a military setting, additional training in areas like recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect is crucial. -Hands-on experience is critical for this role. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record that includes: -Experience in a military Child Development Center (CDC) is highly desirable, as it demonstrates familiarity with the unique lifestyle and needs of military families. -The ability to mentor and coach a team to uphold high standards of care is essential. -Program management, with experience in developing and implementing age-appropriate curricula and programs that align with the center's philosophy and military regulations. -The Assistant Director must possess a diverse skill set to manage the center's daily operations effectively. Key skills include: -Regulatory Compliance: A thorough understanding of and ability to implement regulations from the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DoN), and other relevant authorities. This includes ensuring the center meets health, safety, and fire standards. -Financial Acumen: The ability to assist with budget development, manage funds, and handle the collection of fees. -Parent and Community Engagement: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with parents, staff, and the broader base community. Experience with establishing and working with a Parent Involvement Board (PIB) is beneficial. -Emergency Preparedness: The ability to identify and respond to emergency situations, including child illnesses and evacuations. -Beyond formal qualifications and skills, the ideal candidate will exhibit personal qualities that make them a strong leader and caregiver, including: -Leadership and Compassion: The ability to lead with empathy and understanding, recognizing the unique stressors faced by military families. -Adaptability and Resilience: The capacity to thrive in a dynamic and sometimes high-stakes environment, supporting both children and staff through challenges like deployments. -Commitment to Quality: A dedication to providing the highest quality of care and continuous program improvement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in early childhood education, child development, or related field is required. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of early childhood philosophies, concepts, and developmentally appropriate activities for children ages six weeks through 5 years. 3. Knowledge of Air Force/DoD regulations governing child development, sanitation, safety and personnel practices. Must complete all training, security clearances, and medical requirements including Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/26/2025 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12854199 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Application Deadline: 2025-12-26