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Child and Youth Program Assistant Entry - Intermediate Level Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces 354th Force Support Squadron
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Summary
This position is located at the Child Development Center. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position see Additional Information. Work hours are subject but not limited to 6:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday. Occasional weekends for special events. Must be 18 years of age. APPLICATIONS WILL BE PULLED ON FRIDAYS AT 8:00AM UNTIL THE POSITION CLOSES.
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Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates: 03/27/2026 to 09/28/2026 Salary: $18.70 - $21 per hour Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification. Pay scale & grade: CY 1 Location: Eielson AFB AK 12 vacancies Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Intermittent - This is a flexible position with no guaranteed hours. Incumbent could work 0-40 hours per week. 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: 269EFSYC238319 Control number: 862972100
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Clarification from the agency Please see the Who May Apply section under the Qualifications section.
Duties
Help 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 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/ViewQuestionnaire/12917958
Requirements
Help 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. This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain and provide evidence of current immunizations, this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases. This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training to include Food Handlers certification within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
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 09/28/2026.
Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Transition Hiring Preference
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 at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
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CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry Level working in a group program for children or youth AND Completion of 3 AF modules or equivalent AND AF Orientation Training Program.
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 program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Child Development Program will provide 100% child care fee discount for all CYP staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP. A 37% discount will apply for any additional children of direct care staff. Direct care staff must spend a minimum of 75% of their work schedule in the classroom and flex employees who average 15 hours a week. Please contact local NAF HR Office for additional information.
Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
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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.
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Required Documents
Help 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.
Resume Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Diploma/GED Disability Letter (VA) License Other 1 Other 2 PCS Orders Professional Certification Proof of Marriage Status Resume Separation Notice (RIFS/F-50 Notification of Personnel Action) Transcript
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
Help 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 09/28/2026 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 Eielson NAF HR Office Email: 354fss.fsmhus.af.mil Address: Eielson Child Development Center 354 FSS FS CN 354 Broadway St Unit 6B Eielson AFB AK 99702-1885 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. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Required Documents
Help 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.
Resume Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Diploma/GED Disability Letter (VA) License Other 1 Other 2 PCS Orders Professional Certification Proof of Marriage Status Resume Separation Notice (RIFS/F-50 Notification of Personnel Action) Transcript
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
Help 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 09/28/2026 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
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Agency contact information Eielson NAF HR Office Email: 354fss.fsmhus.af.mil Address: Eielson Child Development Center 354 FSS FS CN 354 Broadway St Unit 6B Eielson AFB AK 99702-1885 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.
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Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Pacific Air Forces
Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). 354th Force Support Squadron (FSS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team. FSS is a comprehensive squadron that supports and enhances the quality of life for Airmen, their families, civilians, and retirees in the Eielson Community. We offer a team-oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors, and volunteers who contribute to services, programs, and activities that enhance the resiliency of our Warfighters and their families. Live and work in the Fairbanks North Star Borough where summer is known for its Midnight Sun, fall abounds with a landscape of vibrant changing colors, and snowy winters are idyllic for viewing the Aurora Borealis. The city of North Pole, which captures the holiday spirit year round, is located 15 minutes outside of Eielson AFB. Fairbanks, the second largest city in Alaska, is only a 30 minute drive from Eielson.
Agency contact information Eielson NAF HR Office Email: 354fss.fsmhus.af.mil Address: Eielson Child Development Center 354 FSS FS CN 354 Broadway St Unit 6B Eielson AFB AK 99702-1885 US
Summary This position is located at the Child Development Center. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position see Additional Information. Work hours are subject but not limited to 6:00am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday. Occasional weekends for special events. Must be 18 years of age. APPLICATIONS WILL BE PULLED ON FRIDAYS AT 8:00AM UNTIL THE POSITION CLOSES.
Learn more about this agency
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates: 03/27/2026 to 09/28/2026 Salary: $18.70 - $21 per hour Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification. Pay scale & grade: CY 1 Location: Eielson AFB AK 12 vacancies Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Intermittent - This is a flexible position with no guaranteed hours. Incumbent could work 0-40 hours per week. 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: 269EFSYC238319 Control number: 862972100
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