CYS Facility Director NF-04

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Detrick, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The CYS Facility Director administers a Child and Youth Services facility at Fort Detrick, Maryland. The role covers budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, special needs, and compliance. The Director supervises assigned staff, oversees program quality and accountability, and ensures that children’s safety and developmental needs are addressed in accordance with applicable policies and standards.

The Director prepares and executes Appropriated Fund (APF) and Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) budgets. The position requires completion of required DoD and Service training and certifications, including current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications. The tour of duty may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in child development, early childhood education, elementary or secondary education, home economics, special education, or another field appropriate to the position.
• At least 24 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth.
• Demonstrated knowledge of theories and principles of child or youth development.
• At least 12 months of demonstrated experience managing an entire cycle of CYS facility operations, including budgeting, facility management, supply management, program development and implementation, curriculum oversight, hiring selections, training, and personnel supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must complete required DoD and Service training within specified timeframes, including orientation, initial and annual training, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable disease.
• Must meet immunization requirements for working with children and youth, including influenza vaccination in accordance with ACIP recommendations.
• Must obtain favorably adjudicated background checks because the position involves regular contact with children under 18.
• Must complete employment verification (E-Verify); direct deposit and a Social Security card are required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Resumes must be two pages or less, and proof of education is required at application.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of specialized leadership experience directly within an Army CYS School-Age Care (SAC) program.

Responsibilities

• Administer the facility, including budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, special needs, and compliance.
• Serve as a first-level supervisor for assigned staff.
• Assign work, conduct performance reviews, and approve leave.
• Make decisions on work and administrative issues presented by subordinate supervisors.
• Ensure implementation of a developmentally appropriate CYS program that promotes children’s and youths’ social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
• Oversee program performance and employee accountability, and ensure children’s safety in accordance with Federal, DoD, Service, and local policies and standards.
• Ensure the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
• Prepare and execute APF and NAF budgets for the center.

Benefits

• First child: 100% CYS childcare fee discount for CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week.
• Second and subsequent children: 25% CYS childcare fee discount for CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays.
• Army NAF employees may have access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, education, and certification programs.
• PCS costs may be authorized when a move is determined to be in the Government’s interest.

What This Job Offers

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