Child and Youth Program Assistant

US Air Mobility Command; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

US Air Mobility Command at LRAFB AR seeks CY Program Assistants across three levels. Target requires childcare knowledge and one credential; Intermediate needs 6 months of group program experience plus a qualifying credential or education; Entry is an entry level with no prior experience required.

Positions are located at the Child Development Center (infant through Pre-K). Eligibility requires documentation and a closing date of 11/30/2026, with reviews on specified dates.

Qualifications

• Must provide documentation for higher levels of the CY program.
• Eligibility requires education or credential per level.
• Experience or training as outlined for target/intermediate levels.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

CDA Credential

DoW competency-based training

12 semester hours in related field

Job description

About the position

This position is located at the LRAFB, AR - Child Development Center (ages infant through Pre-K).

Pay

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

• Target Level: $ 21.76
• Intermediate Level: $ 20.35
• Entry Level: $ 18.70

Note for Applicants

Your application will be reviewed on the following dates:

• 11/16
• 11/30

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 11/30/2026.

• Business Based Action
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

Qualifying Experience

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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Specialized Experience

Applicants MUST provide supporting documentation when applying for the Intermediate and/or Target Level.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL)

• Twelve (12) months of experience working in a childcare or youth program as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development.
• Must possess ONE of the following:
  • Completion of DoW-approved competency-based training requirements. Entry and Intermediate Level training requirements must be completed and documented by the Service; OR
  • Possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School-Age Credential, or other nationally recognized child or youth development credential appropriate to the age group served; OR
  • At least twelve (12) semester hours of coursework directly related to the age group served from an accredited college or university.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL)

• Six (6) months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry Level working in a group program for children or youth. AND
• Must possess ONE of the following:
  • Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training requirements documented by the Service; OR
  • Completion of industry training considered equivalent to the DoW Entry Level Child and Youth Program training requirements (i.e., childcare certification program, state-required childcare training, other recognized childhood training; OR
  • At least six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or special education.

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

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