Administrative Support Assistant (CYS) (Developmental) NF-02/03

Full Job Description

This position is with the Child and Youth Services Base at Fort Greely, AK. Mission and weather essential.

Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: Available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX (working a minimum of 15 hours) First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Second and Subsequent Child: At least 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)

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: NF-02 Qualifications: Experience working in an office setting which demonstrates skill in applying administrative and clerical procedures; customer service concepts; and communication techniques in a professional environment.

Experience using office automation to prepare documents, manage files, and maintain records.

Must have experience in using applications such as Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).

NF-03 Qualifications: Experience working in a professional office setting which required administrative and clerical skill in managing filing systems and maintaining documents, such as attendance records and official correspondence.

Must possess experience demonstrating customer service and business communication skills.

Must possess a demonstrated knowledge of correct grammar and composition techniques needed to accurately prepare written material from a variety of sources.

Must possess demonstrated proficiency in using computers for various applications to include Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Windows, Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook).

Experience entering and maintaining information into automated databases. At least 1 year experience equivalent to the next lower grade level NF-02.

Best qualified candidates will submit resumes reflecting experience utilizing automated database systems (e.g.

CYMS) for childcare operations along with experience working in an early childhood setting. Applicants that possess the best qualified criteria may be sent first for consideration.

Additional certificates will be sent at management's request. Referrals and selections can be made at either grade.

Major Duties:

• Receives children, youth, parents, and other visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Answers telephones, ascertains nature of call, and directs caller to appropriate staff.
• Ensures parents, children, youth, and visitors properly sign into the program prior to passing the reception area of the facility. Monitors children’s departure to ensure only authorized individuals remove them from the building.
• Registers/terminates children/youth within the CYS program and/or waiting list database. Utilizes the Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) to record transactions for customers and to enter data into predefined categories for reports and tracking.
• Provides administrative support including mail preparation, copying, distribution, correspondence, memorandums, briefings, Daily Activity Reports, and other requirements for day-to-day operations.
• Articulates policies relating to patron fees, waiting lists, enrollments, terminations, and program events. Coordinates vacancies and reservations for the hourly care program as required.