CYS Administrator NF-04

Summary

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

• Has the oversight and responsibility for the operation, integration, coordination, and oversight of an installation Child and Youth Delivery System IAW all applicable regulations and standards.
• Ensures staff follow risk management procedures (i.e., abuse prevention, identification, and reporting procedures; accident prevention, etc.). Develops policies, procedures and SOPs to support program goals.
• Plans and supervises administration of the center-based system to include full day, part day preschool, before and after school age programs, hourly, special needs programs/services and summer camps for school age children.
• Establishes and oversees food service program for centers and quarters-based programs ensuring compliance with Army and USDA food program policies and procedures to include proper meal components and food service/preparation and storage.
• Recruits and hires qualified personnel utilizing Army CYS Standard Position Descriptions. Supervises staff assigned directly to the delivery system and evaluates employees based on established performance standards.

Qualifications

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. A qualified candidate must possess the following: (QUALIFICATION 1) Successful completion of a 4 year college or university degree with a major course of study or substantial course work which directly relates to a CYS field: early childhood, elementary, secondary, special education, child and youth development, psychology, youth program administration or a closely related field. OR (QUALIFICATION 2) A combination of education and experience. Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours in a major course of study in education or a field appropriate to education, plus appropriate work experience that provided knowledge skills and abilities directly related to the duties described. In addition to the requirements mentioned above (QUALIFICATION 1 or QUALIFICATION 2) candidates must possess the following: 1. Demonstrated twelve (12) months work experience in at least two (2) CYS program types (FCC, SAS, etc.) that included management of a child or youth program. The work experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. 2. Knowledge of management analysis, personnel development, and APF and NAF funding and oversight relationship to CYS programs. 3. Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions. 4. Comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills, and the ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.. In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Highly preferred candidates will possess ALL the following: Experience with business and financial acumen. Experience with leading Child Development Center staff. Experience achieving NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accreditation. The experience and knowledge listed above MUST be reflected on your resume to be considered a highly preferred candidate. Applicants meeting the highly preferred criteria position will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection.

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility. Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation. Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position. Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents) Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit. Benefits

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below. Other Information

Area of Consideration This job is open to candidates who live worldwide. Manual Application Option If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00PM CST on 10/14/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. PCS Costs Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest. Allowances and Differentials This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid. Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities: Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires. Termination of Spouse Employment Preference Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor. Discover Your Path to Success Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf Other For more information about NAF HRO go to https://www.facebook.com/carsonnafhro/ Also, the link https://carson.armymwr.com/categories/cys-services As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted approval to extend temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding the purchase of tobacco or alcohol products) to CYS employees. This temporary approval expires 31 December 2026.