Supervisory Program Specialist (CYS) NF-03

U.S. Army; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CYS Supervisory Program Specialist to oversee child development programs at Fort Knox. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring compliance with safety and staffing ratios, and implementing educational activities that cater to the needs of children aged 0-5. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in managing child/youth programs. Join a mission-driven organization where you can make a significant impact on the development and well-being of young children in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant fields like child development or education.
• Experience supervising caregivers in child/youth programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CYS direct care staff and ensure proper child supervision.
• Assist with recruitment and training of caregiving staff.

Skills

Supervision of caregivers

Classroom management

Child development knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Combination of education and experience

Job description

This position is located at Fort Knox Child Development Center.

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Duties

1. Serves as a CYS Supervisory Program Specialist with responsibility for supervising CYS direct care staff (minimum of 8 ratios of children in a Child Development Center (Ages 0-5) or 6 ratios of children/youth in a School-Age Program or Youth).
2. Prepares work schedules to meet ratio and group size requirements. Provides program oversight and accountability. Monitors and analyzes adult/participant ratio sheets to ensure proper staffing and children are supervised at all times.
3. Assists with recruitment and selection of caregiving staff utilizing Army CYS Standard Position Descriptions. Supervises and evaluates employees based on established performance standards. Ensures timely submission of personnel actions.
4. Assists directors and training specialists to plan, coordinate, and implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.
5. Acts as Assistant Director or Director in their absence up to 20% of the time. May work in additional CYS facilities for management oversight during evening or weekend openings.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must have Direct Deposit and a Social Security Card.
• Meet qualification, eligibility, physical, and background requirements for this position.
• Must have a current health assessment documenting good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy, including annual influenza vaccinations.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training, and demonstrated on-the-job competency are required. Travel to on and off-post locations is required.
• May be subject to irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Satisfactorily complete employment verification (E-Verify) checks.
• Subject to all pre-employment checks, including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation, in accordance with AR 215-3, para 2.
• Must successfully complete and maintain the Crime Control Act.

Qualifications

(QUAL 1) Successful completion of a bachelor's degree or higher, including at least 24 semester hours in fields appropriate to the position, such as child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, or special education.

OR

(QUAL 2) A combination of education and experience, including courses equivalent to a major in a relevant field plus appropriate experience or additional coursework providing knowledge comparable to a four-year degree.

In addition to one of the above qualifications, candidates must also possess:

• Experience supervising or leading caregivers within child/youth facility-based programs.
• Experience managing a classroom setting within child and youth programs.
• Experience implementing and overseeing a structured child and youth program curriculum.
• Demonstrated verbal communication skills through training, presentations, meetings with parents/staff, or similar activities.