Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

United States Army Installation Management Command; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Army Installation Management Command in Columbia, SC seeks a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02 to supervise staff and ensure developmentally appropriate care for children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years at Fort Jackson. Regular full-time with benefits is offered, including federal holidays and leave.

Applicants must have education directly related to the position and provide required documentation.

Qualifications

• Proof of education is required at the time of application.
• Education must be directly related to the position to be filled.
• If qualifying via DoW approved competency training courses, you must supply one of the following: Foundation IDP signed by employee and supervisor, a Foundation certificate, or a signed memorandum from a supervisor with contact information.
• VLS certificates without an accompanying IDP will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Leads program staff to ensure the delivery of developmentally appropriate care and instruction for children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years in CYS programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Education directly related to position

Job description

Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

• Department: Department of the Army


• Location: Columbia, South Carolina


• Schedule: This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum workweek of 40 hours and eligible for benefits.

This position is located at Fort Jackson, SC. Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at least 15 hours per week: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as a team leader with responsibility for ensuring the program staff provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs.

Requirements & Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.

If qualifying via DoW approved competency training courses, you must supply one of the following: A completed Foundation IDP signed by both the employee and the supervisor/training specialist A signed Foundation (or equivalent) certificate A memorandum stating completion of Foundation training from a supervisor or CYS Training Specialist that contains their full name, title, and full contact information (email and/or phone number) VLS certificates without an accompanying IDP will not be accepted.

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more.

Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with United States Army Installation Management Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $24.18 - $31.43/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-28.

What is the work schedule?

This is a This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum workweek of 40 hours and eligible for benefits. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.