SAC, YOUTH & TEEN DIRECTOR, NF-04/RFT, CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, JAPAN

Full Job Description

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!

MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3 years experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development.

Skill to supervise employees and serve as a leader in the accomplishment of work.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: (1) A Bachelor¿s degree in child or youth development, youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, psychology, social work, or other degree appropriate to the position from an accredited college.

OR (2) A combination of education and experience (e.g.

courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with DoD and Marine Corps policy for employees who provide child care services.

Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physical, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.

Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any.

Must maintain current food handlers, CPR and First Aid certifications. May be required to obtain a government driver¿s license.

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

Position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment.

A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position. Major Duties:

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR SAC BUS TITLE: SAC DIRECTOR JOB CODE: 090022 JOB SERIES: 1701 GRADE: NF-4 FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT INTRODUCTION: This position exercises supervisory and management authorities over a Child and Youth Program (CYP) center(s) by planning, organizing, and overseeing the day-to-day operations as well as the management of the program, staff, and facilities.

The CYP provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years.

The incumbent is responsible for the administration of the facility to include implementation of developmentally appropriate programs, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, to include special needs, and compliance, among other tasks.

The incumbent serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff.

The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives.

The success of the CYP requires ongoing interpretation of program policies, professional development of CYP employees, and needs of children, youth, and parents.

The work includes numerous and unrelated processes and procedures concerning the wide variety of activities in a CYP.

Reports to the installation CYP Administrator who provides leadership and guidance for the CYP.

Work is reviewed for overall effectiveness and successful operation of the program, compliance with policies and regulations, and patron and command satisfaction.

The primary purpose of this position is responsibility for the daily operations of their center/program and supervision of the staff associated with the center/program.

The incumbent must have the ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with family members, colleagues, organizational leadership, and community support agencies on and off installation.

The incumbent independently recommends to the installation CYP Administrator innovation/policy changes or refining methods and techniques to be used in providing and continually improving the CYP.

The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives.

Serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

The incumbent has knowledge of Federal, State and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT: Ensures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate CYP that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth of children and youth.

Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Federal, DoD, Service, and local policies and standards.

Ensures the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.

Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel.

Conducts program-specific surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons and when needed makes recommendations to CYP and installation leadership regarding changes to programming and hours of operation based on responses.

Incumbent must have the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.