Child and Youth Program Assistant

Air Mobility Command; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Mobility Command at Scott AFB is seeking qualified applicants for CY Program Assistant positions at the Child Development Center, Building 1807.

Open to all; eligibility includes education and/or experience. Target Level: $22.31/hr, Intermediate Level: $20.87/hr, Entry Level: $18.70/hr; pay based on experience and certification. Application deadline 09/09/2026.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and provide proof.
• Dependent of a Service Member or DoD civilian aged 17+ pursuing HS diploma.
• CY-02 level: six months group program experience or 30 semester hours with 15 in ECE/youth development.
• CY-01 level: six months experience, AF modules/orientation or 15 more hours in related fields.

Skills

Eligibility documents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

30 semester hours incl. 15 in ECE/youth development

Job description

About the position:

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center Bldg. 1807. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). 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, 09/09/2026 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. AND 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. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: