Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701, General Education and Training Series.

Basic Requirement or Individual Occupational Requirement

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included or was supplemented by major study in child or youth development, such as youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, child development, psychology, social work, or an equivalent field of study.

OR

Combination of education and experience -- Courses equivalent to a major in child or youth development, such as youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, child development, psychology, social work, or an equivalent field of study, 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 in a child development or youth-related field.

AND

Specialized Experience

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes:

• Professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of education and training and of child human growth and development to provide oversight and direct involvement in the School Age Care program, which maintains and improves the physical, social, and mental well-being of young children.
• Knowledge of learning and recreational activities and services, of participants' interests and needs, and the methods and processes involved in a School Age Care program, which enables effective planning and conducting of an enhanced variety of youth activities and services to meet specific needs of the base community.
• Skill in the effective use and management of financial, physical, and human resources sufficient to plan and carry out a school age program which meets the needs of the participating community.

Federal Time-in-Grade (TIG) Requirement

Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-10 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

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 child and youth development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development of children and youth.
• Knowledge of DoD certification, Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), 4-H, and Council on Accreditation (COA) standards.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures including National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Food Services regulations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and requirements, and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Playground guidelines.
• Skill in compiling and composing both quantitative and narrative reports, based on analyzing data and circumstances.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to large sized organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both 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.

Benefits may include:

• Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters
• Post Allowance
• Home Leave
• Recruitment and/or retention incentives (may or may not be used)
• Disabled veteran leave (for eligible hires after 5 Nov 2016 with 30%+ disability rating)
• Direct deposit (required for all federal employees)

Note: Foreign area benefits are subject to approval and eligibility varies based on residency during recruitment.