Recreation Specialist (Youth Activities)

Air Mobility Command • Fairchild AFB, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Teen Program Coordinator at an Air Force (AF) installation with responsibility for oversight of a diverse range of educational, recreational, fitness, and leisure programs aimed at promoting and enhancing the physical, social, and emotional development of teens ages 13 through 18.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current certification in first aid and CPR.
• The employee must meet and maintain training requirements as outlined in applicable DOD and AF regulations.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position; e.g., regularly drive passengers on tours or field trips.
• May be subject to physical examination and immunizations IAW governing AFI's and local policy requirements.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• This position has been identified as having "regular contact with children". IAW AFI 34-144, DODI 1402.05 and section 13041 of Title 42, United States Code, Pre-employment screening will be conducted and preliminary suitability determinations made based on the following documents or checks of: Application and/or Resume, Optional Form 306, "Declaration for Federal Employment", DD Form 2981, Basic Criminal History and Statement of Admission, Installation Records Check, National Sex Offender Public Website check, Advanced FBI fingerprint check, and references. Final suitability will be determined based on results of Child Care National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI) and State Criminal History Records Checks (SCHRC).
• The DD Form 2981 requires annual certification and requires personnel to immediately report to their supervisor any incident that may invalidate their prior background checks and make them ineligible for contact with children/youth.
• Personnel will undergo a reverification every five years performed using the same investigations as required during the initial investigation.
• In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, GS-0188 series.
• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-05 (or higher) grade level or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Examples of specialized experience include: Knowledge of youth/teen development theory, methodology, policy, practices and procedures relating to physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Skill in preparing budgets, program evaluations, and facility administration; managing financial and physical resources of teen programs; and in effectively organizing and utilizing available resources within the program framework.
• Ability to implement policies, practices, and procedures in youth/teen programs and safety management.
• Knowledge of the procedures and ability to recruit, screen and train volunteers to support the teen activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships and be an effective leader for other staff and volunteers.
• One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.
• TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
• NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
• Knowledge of youth/teen development theory, methodology, policy, practices and procedures relating to physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Knowledge of requirements involved in the qualifications and suitability of adults to work with youth.
• Skill in preparing budgets, program evaluations, and facility administration; managing financial and physical resources of teen programs; and in effectively organizing and utilizing available resources within the program framework.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to implement policies, practices, and procedures in youth/teen programs and safety management.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships and be an effective leader for other staff and volunteers.
• Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
• Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Nice To Haves

• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and implements a developmentally appropriate and diverse, educational recreational, fitness and leisure year-round teen program that promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development and fosters achievement, leadership, and recognition of teenage youth.
• Monitors day-to-day operations of the Teen Program.
• Administers Teen Program resources.
• Provides a safe and healthy environment for teens and staff.
• Assists in developing marketing strategies to promote and publicize the Teen program and increase awareness and participation.

Benefits

• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree