Child Development Center Director w/CYP Oversight

US Commander, Navy Installations; Catania; In loco; EUR 54.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

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A federal organization in Sigonella, Sicily, seeks a Child Development Center Director. This role involves administering a comprehensive child development program and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while supervising staff. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $63,163 to $88,326 annually, along with relocation reimbursement. Drug testing is required, and the role demands effective management of child development programs.

Servizi

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Federal employee benefits

Competenze

• 3 years of experience working with children and/or youth.
• Knowledge of safety, security, and child abuse prevention.
• Ability to supervise staff and maintain standards.

Mansioni

• Administer a developmentally appropriate child development program.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management for the center.
• Supervise employees and volunteers to ensure quality care.

Conoscenze

Child development principles

Financial management

Supervisory skills

Effective communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

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Summary

The purpose of the Child Development Center (CDC) Director with Oversight position is twofold: (1) to administer a developmentally appropriate child development program for children of eligible patrons and (2) oversee all installation Child and Youth Programs (CYPs). Administration includes the direction and operation of a small CDC (up to 100 children).

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens Worldwide, including local U.S. Citizens that are 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or 2) Family members of active‑duty military members or 3) Family members of DoD civilians stationed in Sigonella, Italy.

Duties

Program Management
Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise the CDC's developmental programming.
Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate 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, Department of Navy, and local policies and standards.
Ensures the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation.
Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel. This may include hours of operation and programming needs of the military community.
Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community.
Budgeting and Financial Management
Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment.
Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons.
Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and non‑appropriated funds.
Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.
Personnel Management
Supervises employees and volunteers. May include supervision of the Assistant Director, Program Leaders, Program Assistants, Operations Clerk(s), Cook(s), Food Service Workers, and Custodian(s). If the CDC has one or more annex facility, the CDC Director will also supervise the CDC Program Supervisor.
Ensures proper and timely initiation and implementation of all personnel actions and assures quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers.
Supports/carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and supervision and communicates support of these policies to subordinates.
Oversees the development of staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes and coordinates use of employees who work across CY programs with other installation CYP Directors. Ensures program meets the required child to adult ratios and that over‑staffing is avoided.
Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and evaluates performance. Provides guidance to employees and volunteers regarding compliance with standards and execution of management directives. Receives and ensures resolution of complaints related to personnel and takes disciplinary action as necessary. Works with the Training and Curriculum Specialist to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training. Ensures training is competency‑based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college‑level classes.
Program Operations
Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required. Ensures implementation of these SOPs.
Works with other CYP Directors to establish and implement a combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) program, and Youth Program (YP) (as applicable to each installation). Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks and ensures distribution of these handbooks.
Works collaboratively with the person responsible for maintaining the Central Waiting List.
Compliance
Compliance with and is assessed by adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoN, DoD, the Military Child Care Act (MCCA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Takes action to obtain and retain DoD certification and NAEYC accreditation. Implement recommendations or correct deficiencies resulting from inspections or accreditation visits.
Ensures the development and implementation of the established curriculum. Implements and supports policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Ensures food service operations provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks in accordance with USDA guidelines.
Additional Responsibilities
Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services.
A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• This position is subject to both pre‑employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position.
• Must satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, Tier 3 if applicable, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check.
• Must pass a pre‑employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
• 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.
• Must Be a US Citizen

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• 3 years of fulltime experience working with children and/or youth and appropriate education OR a combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of the principles of child development and in designing and managing an exceptionally complex program that includes, but is not limited to safety, security, disease prevention, employee training, developmentally appropriate activities, parent involvement, and facility management.
• Knowledge of and skill in applying both Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Knowledge of facility design, functional use, and maintenance concepts; DoN, local and state child regulations and procedures as well as other regulations and instructions pertaining to military child care.
• Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and purchasing as it pertains to a child development program.
• Skill working with military families and an understanding of military lifestyles is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations, including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional disorders.
• Ability to supervise others, exercise sound business skills, and provide positive personnel management.

Education

A qualified candidate must possess one of the following:

A 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, Home Economics (early childhood emphasis) or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth.

OR

A Master's degree in the related field of study AND minimum of 1 year professional experience working with children.

OR

A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above AND 3 years of fulltime experience working with children and/or youth.


Note: A copy of your H.S. diploma, GED, or college transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) MUST be submitted when applying.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug‑Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.

All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON‑sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05.

Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court‑martial conviction or if they received non‑judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense. Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual’s care.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E‑Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government‑issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

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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.

Benefits

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. Resumes will be rated based on the information provided to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume: two-page limit, learn more here - Resume Requirements
• Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) if claiming education consideration.
• If currently stationed overseas: must provide your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders.
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non‑appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD‑214, Member‑4 page and any supporting documentation (SF‑15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF‑50
• FOR APPLICANTS RESIDING IN SIGONELLA, ITALY:
  • Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date
  • Copy of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders
  • Copy of Italian Visa
  • Copy of Sojourner's Permit (or receipt of application)

Note: When submitting transcripts for an associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). Altered transcripts will not be accepted.

Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

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 12/13/2025 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.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12832892

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

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DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non‑merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [e-mail] to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNRE NAF HRO

Phone
081-568-2838

Email
[e-mail]

Address
NAS Sigonella
PSC 824 Box 19
FPO, AE 09623-0001
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Overview

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates
12/03/2025 to 12/13/2025

Salary
$63,163 to - $88,326 per year

Pay scale & grade
NF 4

Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Sigonella Sicily, Italy

Remote job
No

Telework eligible
No

Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Appointment type
Permanent

Work schedule
Full-time

Service
Competitive

Promotion potential
None

Job family (Series)

• 1701 General Education And Training

Supervisory status
Yes

Security clearance
Other

Drug test
Yes

Position sensitivity and risk
Non‑sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Trust determination process

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure
No

Bargaining unit status
No

Announcement number
EUR 26-019

Control number
851286500