Child and Youth Program Assistant (Entry Level)

Air Force Special Operations Command; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Air Force Special Operations Command is seeking a CY Program Assistant at multiple levels for the 27 SOFSS Child Development Center. The role requires experience in childcare or youth programs and completion of AF/DoD competency training.

It is a flexible, on-base position with eligibility considerations for special applicant preferences. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and miles of pathways: credentials or degrees related to child development and youth

Qualifications

• All LEVELS must be a high school graduate and provide proof.
• 18 months working in any childcare or youth program.
• Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses.
• Entry and intermediate level training must be completed and evidenced by documentation.
• 18 months experience plus one of: relevant credential or degree as specified.
• Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours with content directly related to age group.
• Possession of a directly related credential or equivalent education is required.

Skills

Childcare experience

Program administration

Training documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DoD approved competency-training courses

Child development associate credential

Military school age credential

Youth development credential

Associate degree with content related to age group

Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours with content related to age group

Job description

About the position:

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 27 SOFSS Child Development Center on Chavez and Cannon. This is a Flexible position.

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, 11/13/2026 Family Member Preference, Military Spouse Preference, and Outside Applicant Veteran 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. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): 18 months working in any childcare or youth program. Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses. Additionally, entry and intermediate level training must be completed and evident by Service-issued documentation. 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, or other nationally recognized youth development credential. 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus an associate degree that includes a major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential. A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education. CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry 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 You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: