CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT

US Air Mobility Command; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

US Air Mobility Command at Scott AFB Youth Center is seeking a CY Program Assistant across target, intermediate, and entry levels. This is a flexible, non-appropriated fund position with 0–40 hours per week and pay based on experience and education.

Qualified applicants must be high school graduates or dependents of service members, with specific level requirements such as training modules or college hours. The posting notes the closing date and eligibility categories for priority consideration.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (diploma or equivalent) for verification.
• OR
• Must be a dependent of a Service Member or a DoD Civilian who is 17 years of age and pursuing a High School Diploma.
• CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Six months experience equivalent to the CY-02 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of applicable training modules.
• CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent) AND AF Orientation Training Program.
• CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): This is an entry level position; no previous experience required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the position:

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Scott AFB Youth Center.

This is a flexible position, 0-40 hours per week.

Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification:

• Target Level: $22.31
• Intermediate Level: $20.87
• Entry Level: $18.70

Who May Apply:

Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/11/2026.

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: ALL LEVELS

• Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.
• OR
• Must be a dependent of a Service Member or a DoD Civilian who is 17 years of age and pursuing a High School Diploma.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL)

• Six months experience equivalent to the CY-02 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of applicable training modules.
• OR
• 30 semester hours above the high school level which included at least 15 semester hours in early childhood education, youth development, or related fields.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL)

• Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent) AND AF Orientation Training Program.
• OR
• 15 semester hours above the high school level in early childhood education, youth development, or related field.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

This is an entry level position; no previous experience required.