CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (LEADER LEVEL) (MVO)

US-Air-Combat-Command; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US-Air-Combat-Command is hiring for a Child and Youth Programs position in Tucson, AZ. The role is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and located at the School Age Program.

Candidates must meet Basic and Specialized Requirements, including age, education, and English proficiency. The incumbent may need to transport children in a government vehicle, so a valid state driver's license and good driving record may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must hold a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• 24 months (2 years) working in any childcare or youth program and completion of DoD approved competency training courses (or equivalent).
• 24 months (2 years) of specialized experience in a group program with children or youth with related degree/credits.
• Possession of related credential such as child development associate, military school age credential, Army youth practicum, or other recognized youth development credential.
• Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours with content directly related to early childhood education, child development, youth development, or related field.

Skills

Age 18+

High school diploma

English communication

Education

Associate degree or 60 semester hours

Bachelor's degree or 120 semester hours in related field

Child development or youth program credential

Job description

About the position:

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and located at the School Age Program.

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, 11/01/2026

• 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.

Qualifying Experience

Basic Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must hold a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, Both orally and in writing

Specialized Requirements

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 with a major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally and 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.