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Posted: January 16, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Sports Specialist (CYS) NF-03

United States Army Installation Management Command

Department of the Army

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Salary

$39,576 - $51,446

per year

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January 29, 2026More Army jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working at a youth center on a military base in Arkansas, where you'll support sports programs for children and youth by helping coaches with practices, ensuring safety, and managing equipment.

It's ideal for someone passionate about sports and kids, with a background in physical education or coaching experience.

A good fit would be an energetic person who enjoys team sports and creating fun, safe activities for young participants.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in physical education, or equivalent experience managing/assisting in sports/physical education programs including individual and team sports
  • Knowledge of skills and techniques for various sports
  • Experience coaching or working with coaches to teach sports fundamentals
  • Experience working in sports programs specifically for children or youth (highly preferred)
  • At least 12 semester hours in college coursework related to children or youth, such as child development or PE for kids (highly preferred)
  • Ability to ensure safety compliance in sports facilities and programs
  • Skills in planning practices, selecting equipment, and maintaining oversight of youth participants

Full Job Description

This position is located at the Youth Center, Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas.

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 Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

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: Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in physical education.

OR All of the following equivalent in scope and complexity to the next lower grade level: 1.

Experience managing or assisting in the delivery of a sports or physical education program which included both individual and team sports. 2.

Demonstrated knowledge of the skills and techniques needed for various sports. 3. Experience coaching or working with coaches to apply techniques and required skills/fundamentals for various sports.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Recommended highly-qualifying: In addition to meeting one of the requirements above, highly qualified candidates will possess experience working in a sports program specifically for children or youth; or at least 12 semester hours in college coursework directly related to children or youth (i.e., PE for children, motor skills development, childhood development, early/elementary/secondary education, health/nutrition for children, child/adolescent psychology, etc.).

Major Duties:

  • Serves as a sports specialist/clinician in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for providing support and assistance to the CYS Sports and Fitness Director and installation volunteer sports coaches.
  • Models appropriate behaviors and techniques and helps coaches in creating appropriate environments; selecting materials and equipment; and planning meaningful practices that support the required sport season.
  • Conducts practice and game visits as required for the purpose of providing support and assistance.
  • Helps inspect sports facilities/programs to ensure safety compliance. Recommends purchase of equipment required to maintain proper safety compliance. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
  • Provides oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army, and local policies, guidance, and standards. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/17/2026

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