SUPERVISORY SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

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The primary purpose of this position is to to plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee the day to day operation of a large School Age Program providing before and after school care for children ages 6-9 years of age.

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Education and Training Series, 1701 located here Individual Occupational Requirements Basic Requirements: Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.

or Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, 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 in A above.

AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: For GS-5 and GS-7, experience that involved teaching young children in a preschool, early elementary school, church school, or day care center.

For GS-9, experience in managing an entire cycle of operation of an early childhood program, including budgeting; facility management; supply management; program development; implementation; selection, training, and supervision of personnel; and curriculum oversight.

For GS-11 and above, experience in managing a large, complex child development program offering a wide range of services, in a variety of settings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional knowledge of youth development, education and recreation principles, concepts, methods and techniques to plan and direct a diversified School Age Program.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements, policies and practices governing the operation of youth activities programs, e.g., fire, health, safety, facility requirements, food service regulations, design criteria, and equipment requirements.

Ability to ensure compliance with afore mentioned requirements. Knowledge of budget, financial, and resource management practices and procedures in relation to meeting program goals and objectives.

Skill in supervising a subordinate staff. Knowledge of personnel policies, staffing practices, and ability to supervise and mentor a staff at various levels of development.

Knowledge and ability to plan, conduct and supervise training programs for Youth Activities staff in program related subject matter, as well as parent information programs.

Skill in compiling and composing reports based on analyzing data and circumstances. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Major Duties:

Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.

Serves as the School Age Program Coordinator for a diversified educational and recreational program in a medium sized community comprised of active and retired military, family members, and authorized DoD civilians, including contract personnel in an area with a harsh climate and other environmental conditions that compound the successful operation throughout the year.

Manages funds and resources to include appropriated and NAF budget.

Exercises the full range of personnel supervisory responsibilities, including establishing performances standards and evaluating performance, maintaining discipline, providing for needed training, selecting candidates for vacancies, initiating disciplinary actions as necessary, etc.

Ensures that a safe, healthy, comfortable environment exists in all School Age Program facilities, grounds, and playgrounds and that the appropriate level of security is in place.