USAJOBS - Job Announcement
Skip to main content
An official website of the United States government
Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock [Lock] or https means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official secure websites.
MENU
Sign in My jobs Profile Resumes & documents Search preferences Notifications Sign out
My jobs Profile Resumes & documents Notifications Search preferences Sign out
Events Help Center Search Back to results Apply
Child and Youth Program Assistant Child Development
Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces 773d Force Support Squadron - Child Development Centers
[Apply] [Print] [Share] [Save]
Summary
About the position This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and located at the Child Development Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
This position is available on a Flexible or Regular employment basis with a minimum of 0 or 20 hours per week. [see Additional Information].
Recruitment Incentive of up to $2000 may be authorized.
Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position [see Additional Information].
[Learn more about this agency]
Overview
Help Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/27/2026 to 06/30/2026
Salary $20 - $22.47 per hour
Pay will be set based on experience, education, and/or certification:
Pay scale & grade CY 1 - 2
Location Many vacancies in the following location:
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent - Selectees may receive up to a $2000 bonus. Childcare discounts: first child completely free.
Work schedule Multiple Schedules - See Additional Information for Details.
Service Competitive
Promotion potential 2
Job family Series 1702 Education And Training Technician
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Not Required
Drug test No
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS / Low Risk
Trust determination process Suitability, Fitness, Financial disclosure
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number 26-9MFSYC249886
Control number 862993500
This job is open to Help The public
Clarification from the agency Please see the Who May Apply section under the Qualifications section.
Duties
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT - ALL LEVELS The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Provides care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age-appropriate activities, supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events, arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT - TARGET LEVEL Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT - ENTRY LEVEL Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children as applicable.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Questionnaire/12924189
Requirements
Conditions of employment This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
Qualifications
Who May Apply Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preferences and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date 06/30/2026.
Business Based Action
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. If qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience - ALL LEVELS Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.
AND
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT - TARGET LEVEL
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT - ENTRY LEVEL This is an entry-level position; no previous experience required.
Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
[Expand/Hide additional information]
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits [Review our benefits]
How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the positions qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying; errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required documents Required Documents
Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, applying as a displaced employee, etc.). The below documents are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package (to include supplemental documents) may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents, such as military orders and marriage certificates, may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply To be considered for this vacancy, you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on 06/30/2026 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php#title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status, and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application-status
Agency contact information Elmendorf-Richardson NAF HR Office Email: 673fss.fsmh.hrus.af.mil Address: JBER Elmendorf Child Development Center 773 FSSF SCN 10480 Sijan Ave Ste 202 JBER AK 99506-5000 US
Next steps If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process as your application status updates/changes; you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:
Pacific Air Forces Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF).
Agency contact information Elmendorf-Richardson NAF HR Office Email: 673fss.fsmh.hrus.af.mil Address: JBER Elmendorf Child Development Center 773 FSSF SCN 10480 Sijan Ave Ste 202 JBER AK 99506-5000 US
[Visit our careers page] [Learn more about what its like to work at Pacific Air Forces, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.] https://www.jberlife.com/jber-careers
Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and located at the Child Development Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. This position is available on a Flexible or Regular employment basis with a minimum of 0 or 20 hours per week. [see Additional Information]. Recruitment Incentive of up to $2000 may be authorized. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position [see Additional Information].
[Learn more about this agency]
Overview Help Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/27/2026 to 06/30/2026
Salary $20 - $22.47 per hour
Pay will be set based on experience, education, and/or certification:
Pay scale & grade CY 1 - 2
Location Many vacancies in the following location:
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent - Selectees may receive up to a $2000 bonus. Childcare discounts: first child completely free.
Work schedule Multiple Schedules - See Additional Information for Details.
Service Competitive
Promotion potential 2
Job family Series 1702 Education And Training Technician
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Not Required
Drug test No
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS / Low Risk
Trust determination process Suitability, Fitness, Financial disclosure
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number 26-9MFSYC249886
Control number 862993500
Previous result | Next result
Your session is about to expire.
Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. Any unsaved data will be lost if you allow the session to expire. [Click the button below to continue your session.]
Sign out | Stay signed in | Return to top
USAJOBS is a [United States Office of Personnel Management website](Opens in a new window). [OPM on LinkedIn](Opens in a new window) | [OPM YouTube channel](Opens in a new window) [EEO Policy Statement](Opens in a new window) | [Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement](Opens in a new window) [Veterans Information](Opens in a new window) | [Legal and Regulatory Guidance](Opens in a new window) [About USAJOBS](Opens in a new window) | [Accessibility](Opens in a new window) [FOIA](Opens in a new window) | [Inspector general](Opens in a new window) [No Fear Act Data](Opens in a new window) | [Privacy policy](Opens in a new window) [Reports and publications](Opens in a new window) | [Terms and conditions](Opens in a new window) [USA.gov](Opens in a new window) | [Vote.gov](Opens in a new window)