CYS Facility Director NF-04.

Obsolete Site; Stuttgart; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Army NAF is seeking a Facility Director for its Child Development Center to oversee budgeting, personnel, and program operations, ensuring compliance with DoD and local policies. The role requires managing an entire operation cycle, including curriculum oversight and staff development.

The incumbent will supervise staff, handle administrative decisions, and ensure the safety and developmental progress of children/youth in a developmentally appropriate program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months experience working in group programs with children/youth.
• Knowledge of theories and principles of child/youth development, including budgeting, facility management, and supervision.
• 12 months demonstrated experience managing an entire cycle of operation of a CYS facility including budgeting, facility management, supply management, program development, curriculum oversight, hiring selections, training and supervision of personnel.

Responsibilities

• Administration of the facility including budgeting, financial management, personnel management, program operations and compliance.
• Direct supervision of staff; assign work, conduct performance reviews and approve leave.
• Ensure developmentally appropriate CYS programs promoting social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth.
• Provide program oversight and accountability for staff performance and child safety per federal, DoD and local policies.
• Prepare and execute APF and NAF budgets for the center.

Skills

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Program operations

Compliance

DoD policies

Education

Child development/ED degree

Experience with CDC accreditation

Job description

• Incumbent is responsible for the administration of the facility to include implementation of budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, special needs, and compliance, among other tasks.
• Serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff. Supervises staff to include assigning work, conducting performance reviews and approving leave. Makes decisions on work and administrative issues presented by subordinate supervisors.
• Ensures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate CYS program that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children and youth.
• Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Federal, DoD, Service, and local policies and standards.
• Ensures the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Prepares and executes Appropriated fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) budgets for the center.

Duties

• Incumbent is responsible for the administration of the facility to include implementation of budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, special needs, and compliance, among other tasks.
• Serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff. Supervises staff to include assigning work, conducting performance reviews and approving leave. Makes decisions on work and administrative issues presented by subordinate supervisors.
• Ensures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate CYS program that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children and youth.
• Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Federal, DoD, Service, and local policies and standards.
• Ensures the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Prepares and executes Appropriated fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) budgets for the center.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-647 codified at 34 U.S.C.
• 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05.
• Favorably adjudicated background checks are required.
• Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth.
• Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP}, which includes the influenza vaccine.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Must complete all DoD and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Tour of duty may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less)

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

Education

• For positions in Child Development Facilities: The education must have been in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled such as directly related behavioral science.

AND

Experience

• Minimum of 24 months experience working in group programs with children/youth
• As well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development, which must include 12 months of demonstrated experience in managing an entire cycle of operation of a CYS facility to include budgeting, facility management, supply management, program development, program implementation, curriculum oversight, hiring selections, training and supervision of personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 (three) years of experience working as an NF-04 Facility Director or equivalent level position and grade in a Child Development Center (CDC) of 100+ funded spaces.
• Direct involvement with the entire process of obtaining national accreditation status through NAEYC on or after 2022.
• At least a minimum of 3 (three) years of experience with the Army Higher Headquarters Inspection process.
• Certified as a reliable Infant/Toddler or PS observer using the Classroom Assessment Scoring System.

The experience and knowledge listed above MUST be reflected on your resume to be considered a highly preferred/Best Qualified candidate. Applicants meeting the highly preferred criteria position will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

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.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who live worldwide. Family Member Preference (FMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.
• Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) may be authorized for this position if the selectee is determined to meet eligibility requirements.

Allowances and Differentials

• 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.
• Foreign overseas allowances, Post Allowance, and differentials may be paid.
• Employment overseas provides a lot of additional benefits and entitlements. For information please contact CHRA NAF C2SC - Recruitment Branch at [e-mail].
• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program. For more information, go to

Healthcare Access and Availability

• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program. For more information, go to
• If an employee brings a child to an overseas location and that child is entitled to attend a DoD school on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, the DoDEA and the Military Department responsible for providing related services will ensure that the child, if eligible for special education, receives a free appropriate public education, including related services pursuant to DoDI 1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12.
• If an employee brings an infant or toddler (up to 3 years of age) to an overseas location, and that infant or toddler, but for the child's age, is entitled to attend the DoDEA on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, then the Military Department responsible for Early Intervention Services (EIS) will provide the infant or toddler with the required EIS in accordance with the eligibility criteria consistent with DoDI1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12.
• Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

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.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.