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Posted: January 12, 2026 (2 days ago)

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CYP Child and Youth Program Operations Clerk

Commander, Navy Installations

Department of the Navy

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$55,111 - $55,111

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as an administrative clerk in Navy programs for children and youth, handling tasks like managing enrollment waitlists, keeping records up to date, collecting fees from parents, and providing front-desk support to families.

It's a supportive role in child care centers, youth facilities, and recreational programs, ensuring smooth operations and communication.

A good fit would be someone organized with office experience, comfortable with computers and customer service, especially if they have a background in child-related services or military environments.

Key Requirements

  • Two years of administrative experience
  • Knowledge of administrative support functions and office automation software
  • Working knowledge of Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) or equivalent database
  • Skill in cash handling and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Knowledge of military child development programs (CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, R&R) and USDA Food Programs
  • Ability to maintain computerized databases, reports, and military-style documents

Full Job Description

Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers early care and youth services in center-based (birth to five), facility-based (age 5-12), and recreational environments (teen; youth sports and fitness).

CYP Operations Clerk are front line representatives and administrative liaisons.

They manage the CYP waitlist, coordinate enrollment, oversee recordkeeping, and collect parent fees in addition to a variety of data processing systems. Learn more about us at https://www.navycyp.org.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position.

Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Knowledge of administrative support functions.

Knowledge of general office automation software, practices and procedures in order to accomplish various work assignments. Knowledge of military CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, R&R and the USDA Food Programs.

Ability to maintain a computerized database. Working knowledge of computer keyboard and Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) or equivalent database system.

Ability to maintain accurate reports and records and military style documents. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Skill in cash handling required.

Two (2) years of administrative experience. Major Duties:

The CYP Operations Clerk performs a combination of duties related to one or more components of the CYP.

Duties are related to record keeping and reporting, liaison with families and programs, and collection and monitoring of fees and supplies. These tasks are summarized below.

Record Keeping and Reporting Prepares and maintains assigned reports, correspondence, and statistical and financial data pertaining to components within the CYP (e.g., CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, R&R, USDA).

Ensures child registration and enrollment paperwork is complete and current.Ensures that all USDA food program records are accurate, up-to-date and readily available.

Reviews and submits completed paperwork for background checks.

Maintains office files and records.Provides required information to requesting agencies that include but are not limited to Family Advocacy, Naval Investigative Services, Environment, Safety and Fire personnel, and USDA.Prepares necessary daily, weekly and monthly reports in compliance with reporting policies and procedures and ensures they are submitted in a timely manner.

Conducts research of records and follows up in order to resolve discrepancies and problems.

Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies and informs supervisor of any issues/ problems that cannot be resolved.

Liaison with Families and Programs Provides front desk coverage, logs children in and out of the facility, and informs and answers questions regarding programs and services, patron financial obligations, waiting lists, events, and policies and procedures.Assists with dissemination of information to CDH providers regarding training schedules, certification process, application status, and USDA reporting requirements.

Takes telephone calls and responds to inquiries, referring calls to supervisor or other personnel when appropriate.

Performs assigned resource and referral duties and assists in maintaining current waiting list. Fees and Supplies Collects fees and charges and records payments in accordance with proper procedures.

Notifies supervisor of all delinquent payments.Completes a daily activity report and ensures proper deposit of funds in accordance with established cash handling procedures.

Responsible for monitoring all supplies and resources. Notifies supervisor of items that need to be ordered.

Additional Responsibilities Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/12/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/13/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-12864253