Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command; Tobyhanna Township (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Childcare fee discounts

Job summary

U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command in Tobyhanna, PA is seeking a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CY-02) to supervise a team delivering age-appropriate developmental care for children from 6 weeks to 18 years in CYS programs.

This regular full-time role requires a minimum 40-hour workweek and offers benefits, including health and life insurance, 401k, and paid time off. Education directly related to the position is required at application; competency training options may be

Qualifications

• Proof of education directly related to the position is required at the time of application.
• If qualifying via DoW approved competency training courses, supply Foundation IDP or certificates as applicable.
• NAF employment offers benefits and opportunities across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a team leader with responsibility for ensuring the program staff provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years in CYS programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Childcare awareness

Instructional care

Education

Related education

Tools

Foundation IDP

Job description

Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command
• Department: Department of the Army
• Location: Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania
• Schedule: This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum workweek of 40 hours and eligible for benefits.

This position is located at Tobyhanna, PA. Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) 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 U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $28.49 – $37.04/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-05.

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.