CYS Assistant Facility Director NF-04

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Riley, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a first-level supervisor within Child and Youth Services (CYS) at Fort Riley, Kansas, assisting the Director in the day-to-day operations of the program. The incumbent works with minimal supervision, reporting directly to the Director. Key responsibilities include program oversight, employee supervision, ensuring facility compliance with health and safety regulations, and identifying signs of illness, abuse, or neglect in program participants. The role also involves ensuring compliance with DoD certification and national accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-647 codified at 34 U.S.C. § 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05 Favorably adjudicated background checks are required.
• Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth.
• Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Must complete all DoD and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• The incumbent is required to have mobility necessary to ensure safety of children and youth and engage in repetitive actions such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, and sitting on the floor.
• The incumbent must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements and to provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in child development, early childhood education, elementary or secondary education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields appropriate to the position.
• For positions in Youth Facilities: The education must have been in youth development, youth administration, secondary education, home economics, physical education, elementary education, special education or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled such as directly related behavioral science.
• Option 1: A combination of education and experience. Education: 24 semester hours in the majors stated above or a related field (see above), plus appropriate experience. Experience: Candidate must also possess all of the following: 1. 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child growth/youth development of which 6 months must be in a supervisory position. 2. The McCormick Credential.
• Option 2: A combination of education and experience. Education : 24 semester hours in the majors stated above or a related field (see above), plus appropriate experience. Experience: Candidate must also possess all of the following: 1. At least 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child growth/youth development of which 12 months must be in a supervisory position.
• Proof of education is required at the time of application.
• Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.

Nice To Haves

• Resumes must be two pages (or less).
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a first-level supervisor for assigned staff and assists the Director in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the program/activity.
• Assists with providing program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees, the safety of children, and customer needs.
• Supervises staff to include assigning work, conducting performance reviews, and approving leave.
• Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees' performance.
• Ensures facility complies with health, fire, safety, USDA, and program regulatory guidance and standards.
• Observes program participants and identifies signs of illness, abuse or neglect, emotional distress, and follows mandated reporting protocols.
• In conjunction with the Director ensures compliance with standards, criteria, and laws to obtain and retain DoD certification and national accreditation.
• Assists with taking action to implement recommendations or correct deficiencies.

Benefits

• First Child : 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)
• Second and Subsequent Child : 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)
• Enrollment in health and life insurance
• Participation in 401k and retirement plans
• Paid personal time off and federal holidays
• Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level