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Child and Youth Program Leader

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent job as a Child and Youth Program Leader with Commander, Navy Installations Command. There are 12 vacancies at Main Base and Ikego on Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan. The announcement closes 12/31/2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

12 vacancies

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Military spousesSpouses of active-duty service members, and some spouses of service members who were disabled or died on duty.
  • Family of overseas employeesFamily members of federal employees and service members stationed overseas.
  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

This job is open to the public, U.S. citizens, nationals, and people who owe allegiance to the U.S. Military spouses and family members of overseas federal employees may also apply. The agency also clarifies that SOFA sponsored applicants (Military Spouse Preference, Family Member Preference, and current federal employees) who live in the Kanto Region may apply, including SOFA Seeking Applicants.

What you would do

  • Provide direct care and instruction to children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18.
  • Mentor and train CY Program Assistants on their daily work.
  • Plan activities based on the needs of individual children and youth.
  • Supervise children during indoor, outdoor, field trip, and special event activities.
  • Communicate with parents, staff, and installation personnel about children's progress.
  • Observe children and document their development and any concerns.

Do you qualify for CY-2?

With experience: You need one year of experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) level, or equivalent, showing knowledge of and skill in developmentally appropriate programs for children and youth. The announcement says this experience must be shown in your resume and in an SF-50 or Personnel Action Report confirming GS-4 target level experience.

With education: You can qualify with education plus 12 months of experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) level. Options are: completion of DoD Standardized Module Training; a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) credential; or a minimum 2-year degree in youth development, child development, or a related field such as recreation, elementary or early childhood education, psychology, or social work.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two-page limit
  • Proof of education: awarded college transcript, or HS diploma/GED if degree not conferred
  • DoD Standardized Module Training certificate if claimed in place of transcript
  • HS diploma or GED if you have a CDA/MSA, training certificates, or unfinished degree
  • Notice of separation if claiming NAF BBA priority consideration
  • Proof of SOFA status: PCS orders and Family Entry Approval or Letter of Employment
  • Sponsor PCS orders and marriage certificate if claiming Military Spouse or Family Member Preference
  • DD-214 and supporting papers if claiming veterans' preference
  • Most recent SF-50 or Personnel Action Report if you are a current or former federal employee
  • SF-50 or Personnel Action Report confirming GS-4 target level experience

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents are first checked to see if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements. Qualified resumes are rated on your knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) using a set rating criteria. The best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager, and interviews may be held.

Tips for this job:

  • Upload a copy of your awarded college transcript or HS diploma/GED with your application, because it is required.
  • Keep your resume to two pages and show your dates and hours of CY experience at the GS-4 level.
  • If you are a military spouse or family member claiming preference, include your sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. The agency says it offers a variety of work schedules.

Incentives and relocation: Up to $2,000 in retention bonuses plus a non-taxable post allowance if eligible. The agency says it will help pay for industry certifications or college courses. Eligible employees get discounted child care for their own children. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • Test Designated Position with pre-employment and random drug testing
  • Background checks including fingerprints, Tier 1 with Child Care check, and State Criminal History Repository check
  • Pre-employment physical and proof of immunizations
  • Free of communicable diseases
  • Security clearance if needed
  • Complete required training and maintain required certifications or credentials
  • Direct deposit enrollment within first 30 days
  • Installation Records Check (IRC) required for child care staff
  • Automatic disqualification for certain sexual, child-victim, or felony drug convictions
  • Positive drug test results in 6-month ineligibility for DoD positions

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$23.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
CY-2 · Child and youth programs
Location
Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
12
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
HRC0023115

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