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USAJOBS · 21 hours ago

Child Development Center (CDC) Assistant Director

Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$62K/yr - $80K/yr

2+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Child Development Center (CDC) Assistant Director to support the CDC Director in daily program business and operations, focusing on facility and fiscal responsibilities. The role involves oversight of staff, budgeting, program management, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Directs work to be accomplished by staff

Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities

Conducts annual performance reviews of staff

Participates in section staffing decisions

Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions

Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary

Work with minimum supervision toward the overall accomplishments and effectiveness of all program operations

Analyzes monthly budget reports and makes programmatic adjustment to meet financial goals

Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons

Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds

Purchases supplies and equipment for program operations. Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition

Provides oversight and accountability for documentation of facility maintenance work requests and provides necessary emergent and ongoing follow up with local maintenance teams

Uses the Inspection Management System (IMS) to track and document local inspections, mitigate issues and complete local inspection follow up to include tracking of extensions and exceptions. Complies with DOD, DoN, and local policies and standards

Routinely inspects assets, to include vehicles and takes steps to ensure ongoing maintenance is scheduled and completed

Coordinates with PWC on Boss contracts to ensure facility is cleaned to the level of required OPNAV standards

Oversees kitchen and food service operations to ensure safe handling processes and functioning equipment in accordance with fire, safety, and health standards

Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served

Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards

Assists in interpreting and applying child development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment

Assists with development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation

Gives input into the development of CDC standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required for the efficient operation and management of facility and programs. Assists with implementation of these SOPs

Assists with establishing and implementing combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child and Youth Education Services (CYES), Family Child Care (FCC), School Age Care (SAC), and Youth Program (as applicable to each installation)

Ensures effective space utilization is maximized by providing oversight and technical assistance to the person responsible for maintaining the waitlist via militarychildcare.com

Serves as the Manager on Duty, assuming the responsibilities and duties of the center Director in their absence under the supervision of the installation's oversight director when assigned

Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect

Supervises mixed support staff based on authorized positions typically comprised of administrative, food program, and facilities positions

Supports and carries out all established Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and communicates support of these policies

Coordinates with Training and Curriculum Specialists and confirms intended learning outcomes are applied and reassessed as applicable to refine individual competency and promote mastery of new skill(s)

Resolves complaints related to personnel and makes recommendations to the Director for corrective action as necessary

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel

Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers, and/or employees

Assists in establishing a program environment, which sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults. Models appropriate

Qualification

Child Development KnowledgeOperational ManagementPersonnel DevelopmentBudgetingFinancial ManagementProgram ManagementSupervisory SkillsStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsData AnalysisRecord KeepingEmergency ResponseMilitary Family UnderstandingInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Required

A Masters degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such degree in Child Development, or related field, which can include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development or other degrees as appropriate AND 2 years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth

Two years of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above

Knowledge of operational management analysis, personnel development, APF and NAF funding and oversight in relation to Child and Youth Programs

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 5 years of age

Knowledge of child development principles, practices, and techniques

Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect

Knowledge of leading a team and understanding motivation and learning styles of individuals and groups in a CYP environment

Skill in strategic planning, organizing, and coordinating facility improvements

Skill to use standard office equipment and systems (e.g., Microsoft Software, Child and Youth Management System, or similar automated system)

Ability to navigate militarychildcare.com functions to analyze and improve space utilization

Ability to maintain records and reports

Ability to analyze data, present ideas and proposals to various audiences

Ability to safeguard and account for monies and equipment

Ability to supervise others

Ability to select, train, and supervise operations, custodial and facilities maintenance, and food program staff

Ability to develop and implement child development programs, including family day care programs, part-day preschool programs, and before and after school programs

Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions

Ability to identify and respond to emergencies including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing in order to communicate with CYP team and customers, prepare reports and plans, and document observations

Possesses strong interpersonal skills with children, youth, and adults

Must satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check

Ability to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs

Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI)

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment

Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases

Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required

This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment

Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children

In accordance with DoDI 6060.2, must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent

The incumbent is required to do considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, standing, and lifting up to 40 pounds

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Social Security Card is required

Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations