Program Operations Specialist (CYS) NF-04
About The Position
This position is located at Fort Carson, Colorado. Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) 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 and bonuses will not be paid. Duties: Performs duties under the general direction of the Child and Youth Services (CYS) Coordinator who outlines program objectives and is available for discussion of complicated and unprecedented matters. Assists CYS Services coordinator with operational functions of the CYS program in accordance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. Assists CYS Coordinator with budget preparation and justification. Analyzes monthly budget reports and uses analysis to make adjustments in the programs to support CYS financial and program goals. Recruits, hires and supervises staff to include the CYS Nurse, the Functional Technology Specialist and other overarching CYS Personnel not directly tied to a specific program. Utilizes automated systems to collect and maintain up-to-date statistical data and oversee the collection and accurate accounting of funds. Analyzes statistical data for inclusion in the CYS Annual Report.
Requirements
- Progressive work experience directly related to the duties to be performed as described in numbers 1 thru 6 below equivalent to the next lower grade level.
- Experience working with regulatory, personnel, funding, and budgeting proponents. Knowledge of management analysis, personnel development, and APF and NAF funding and oversight relationship to CYS programs.
- Four years of program administration experience in child and youth programs.
- Experience in training adults and working effectively with command staff, professional staff and parents.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize work, and analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
- Comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills. Ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated ability using computers with standard office software such Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, and e-mail.
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
- Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy to include annual influenza vaccinations.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and experience in working with CYMS (Child and Youth Management System) and CYERT (Child and Youth Enterprise Reporting Tool) or similar automated systems.
- Experience with Financial Business Acumen.
- Experience with Data Analytics Experience through use of Power Bi, Power Automate, and Power Apps.
- Experience with US Food Invoicing.
- Experience utilizing Financial MIS (Management Information System) and DAR (Daily Activity Report) for financial tracking.
Responsibilities
- Assists CYS Services coordinator with operational functions of the CYS program in accordance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Assists CYS Coordinator with budget preparation and justification.
- Analyzes monthly budget reports and uses analysis to make adjustments in the programs to support CYS financial and program goals.
- Recruits, hires and supervises staff to include the CYS Nurse, the Functional Technology Specialist and other overarching CYS Personnel not directly tied to a specific program.
- Utilizes automated systems to collect and maintain up-to-date statistical data and oversee the collection and accurate accounting of funds.
- Analyzes statistical data for inclusion in the CYS Annual Report.
Benefits
- 100% childcare fee discount for first child (all CYS employees)
- 25% childcare fee discount for second and subsequent children (all CYS employees)
- Enrollment in health and life insurance
- Participation in 401k and retirement plans
- Paid personal time off and federal holidays
- Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries
- Temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding tobacco or alcohol products) until December 31, 2026
- Opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
