CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT (OA)
Pacific Air Forces
Posted: February 12, 2026 (8 days ago)
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United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Alaska
Salary
$18.70 - $24.89
per hour
Type
Closes
This job involves working as an assistant in Army child and youth programs at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, where you'll supervise kids, plan fun activities to support their physical, social, emotional, and learning needs, and keep everything safe and organized.
It's a good fit for someone who loves working with children, has basic education like a high school diploma, and is reliable in a military setting with flexible or part-time hours.
Perks include childcare discounts and hiring bonuses, making it appealing for parents or those starting in youth care.
These positions are located at various CYS facilities at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as vacancies occur.
Positions could be Flexible, Regular Part-Time, or Regular Full-Time. Positions are Mission and Weather Essential.
Child and Youth Services (CYS) Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) will receive a 100% discount on childcare for their first child and 25% for each additional child.
NOW OFFERING SPECIAL HIRING INCENTIVES FOR THIS POSITION! Eligible Flex-10, Regular Part-Time and Regular-Full Time selectees may receive $2000.00!
($1000 at 6-month completion of successful service, plus another $1000.00 at 1-year anniversary of successful service. Service agreement and satisfactory performance required).
In addition, employees may also be eligible for: -CYS Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) will receive a 100% discount on childcare for their first child and at least 25% for each additional child.
-Access to DFMWR Facilities such as fitness programs, bowling center, outdoor recreation, etc. Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following: For Entry Level (CY-01): At a minimum, must have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
For information on the qualification requirements for the higher paying levels such as Skill Level (CY-01) and Target Level (CY-02):Refer to our Applicant Information Kit.
Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level. Major Duties:
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