Child and Youth Program Assistant (leader Level)

Air Education and Training Command; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Education and Training Command seeks a CY Program Assistant at the Altus location. The role requires proof of education and/or experience in childcare or youth programs, with specific DoD competency training options.

Applicants must provide eligibility documentation and meet the high school graduation requirement. Open to qualified individuals under special preference categories; duties include supporting youth programs and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Must possess one of the following: 24 months working in childcare or youth program with DoD competency training or 24 months in a group program with children plus an associate degree or 60 college hours with related content
• One of the following credentials: DoD child development associate, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other national youth development credential
• Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours with content related to early childhood education, child development, youth development or related fields

Skills

Childcare experience

Group program experience with children

Youth development credentials

DoD approved competency training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 college hours in related content

Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours in related field

Job description

About the position

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and located at the Altus Air Force Base Child Development Center. The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle therefore a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).

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, 11/25/2026 Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran 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 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.

AND CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (LEADER LEVEL): Specialized Requirement: Must possess one of the following

• -24 months (2 years) working in any childcare or youth program and completion of DoD approved competency training courses. Additionally, successful completion of all required training for program assistant (entry, skilled, and target level) must be complete and evident by service-issued documentation.
• -24 months (2 years) of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours witha 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 associatecredential, 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.