Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02
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Job Location:
Pierce County, WA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 28
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
These positions are located at the Child Development Centers (6 wks-5 yrs) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord Washington.
CYS Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) will receive a 100% discount on childcare for their first child and at least 25% for each additional child.
Plan to attend the Joint Base Lewis-McChord CYS Job Fair on Tuesday 03 February 2026. See How to Apply section below for complete details.
- Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and 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.
- Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions reference materials and supplies. Explains program guidance procedures policies and directives to team members.
- Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with Dept of Defense (DoD) and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
- Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Conditions of employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with ARm. and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required.
- Successful completion of Lead Foundation Level training and annual training requirements is required.
- May be subject to an irregular hours evening and or weekends.
- For positions in Child Development Centers possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. walk bend stoop and stand on a routine basis.
- Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
- Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth perform CPR and first aid and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need.
- Travel to on and off post locations may be required. Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.
- Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.
Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants relevant experience skills knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
This announcement is in conjunction with the Joint Base Lewis-McChord CYS Job Fair on Tuesday 03 February 2026. Applications will be accepted from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The Job Fair will take place at the Eagles Pride Golf Course which is conveniently located off Interstate 5 at Exit 116. The address is 1529 Mounts Rd SW Dupont WA 98237. See How to Apply section below for complete details.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
All Candidates must:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
In addition candidates must meet one of the following:
- Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Military School Age Credential Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
- Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associates degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development Elementary Education Special Education. General psychology/sociology/counseling coursework is not qualifying.
- A bachelors Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.
- Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses evidenced by Service-issued documentation.
In addition to the above qualifications candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred or Best Qualified and may be sent first for consideration:
1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood school age youth).
4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff.
Education
Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.
Applicants with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:
1. Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (Infant/Toddler)
2. Previous CYS CYPA experience
3. Experience working with children with special needs or challenging behaviors.
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
Please provide relevant transcripts to support your eligibility for the position. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled (general psychology/sociology courses are not qualifying). To be considered transcripts must be in English must be legible and must reflect the name of the school as well as the name of the applicant.
If qualifying via DoD approved competency training courses you must supply one of the following:
- A completed Foundation IDP signed by both the employee and the supervisor/training specialist
- A signed Foundation (or equivalent) certificate
- A memorandum stating completion of Foundation training from a supervisor or CYS Training Specialist that contains their full name title and full contact information (email and/or phone number)
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
Additional information
Area of Consideration
- The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is for U.S. Citizens and Non-Citizens within the Local Commuting Area (60 Miles) of Joint Base Lewis-McChord WA. (Incoming military spouses set to report in the next 30 days and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.) Note: If your profile and resume do not show a current local address you may be rated ineligible for the Area of Consideration.
- 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 3:00PM CST on 04/28/2026 to ensure timely processing.
- Important: Incomplete applications including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
- 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.
- CYS Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) will receive a 100% discount on childcare for their first child and at least 25% for each additional child.
- As an added employee incentive the Department of Defense (DoD) granted approval to extend temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding the purchase of tobacco or alcohol products) to CYS employees. This temporary approval expires 31 December 2026.
- Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant drivers license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL) from WA MI MN NY or VT. See for details.
- After you apply your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.
- Before you apply take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
- For more information on working with Child and Youth Services please go here: you will find helpful tips insights and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
- Click this URL to view the kit: announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.
- Must be available to work between the hours of 0530 - 1800 occasional evenings and Saturdays.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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