CYS Assistant Director NF-03
U.S. Army MWR, Fort Drum, NY, United States
Summary
This position is located at Child Development Center, Fort Drum, NY.
Morale, Welfare & Recreation – Child & Youth Services Childcare Fee
Available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX (working a minimum of 15 hours).
First Child: 100% childcare fee discount
Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount
Incentives and Bonuses
Incentives and bonuses will not be paid.
Eligibility
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or individuals who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
Responsibilities
Serves as a Child and Youth Services (CYS) Assistant Director of a CYS Program with responsibility for assisting the supervisor in the operation of an assigned CYS program IAW all applicable regulations and standards.
Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of assigned staff and the safety and well‑being of children and youth IAW DoD, Army and local policies and standards.
Assists in maintaining DoD/Army certification for assigned program areas, and helps ensure program achieves and retains national accreditation or Army equivalent and maintains accreditation/Army equivalent standards.
Provides appropriate staff professional recognition and/or disciplinary action. Conducts written observations of staff during all hours of operation, and evaluates employees based on established performance standards.
Works cooperatively with other CYS Managers to ensure seamless service and continuity of quality options for all children and youth.
Serves as member of the CYS Program Plan Team to develop written strategies for program improvement.
Requirements
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
A one‑year probationary period may be required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment checks in accordance with AR 215‑3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
The Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained.
Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements and demonstrated on‑the‑job competency is required.
Travel to on and off‑post locations required.
Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy, including annual influenza vaccinations.
Qualifications
Successful completion of a 4‑year college or university degree with a major course of study that directly relates to the appropriate CYS field.
For positions in Child Development Facilities: education in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or related behavioral science.
Experience that involved teaching children or similar work demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to select, train, and supervise childcare and preschool employees, family childcare providers, or other caregiving adults.
Ability to develop and implement child development programs, including family day care programs, part‑day preschool programs, and before‑and‑after school programs.
The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
Must possess comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills, and the ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours in a major course of study in education or appropriate CYS field, plus appropriate work experience that provides knowledge, skills and abilities directly related to the duties described.
3 months of directly related work experience teaching children or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
Additional Information • This position is for Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum, New York.
• FMWR includes Child and Youth Services, Business Recreation, and Support Services.
• As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding tobacco or alcohol) to CYS employees until 31 December 2026.
• Some employee benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k) participation, paid personal time off, and federal holidays.
• Additional benefits and information may be found in the Review‑Our‑Benefits link: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf
Application Process
Apply electronically at USAJOBS, job ID: C2SCNAFCY‑26‑12922001, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 04/13/2026.
Alternate paper application available. Contact NAF Human Resources to request a form.
Submit resume (≤2 pages, ≤5 MB) and all required documents (education transcripts, proof of education, DD‑214, etc.).
Ensure completeness and accuracy of application materials to avoid ineligibility.
Contact Information CHRA NAF C2SC – Recruitment Branch
Phone: 000‑000‑0000
Email: usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil
Address: BN‑NAF‑W0XQAA, US ARMY GARRISON, FORT DRUM, NY 13602, US
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Morale, Welfare & Recreation – Child & Youth Services Childcare Fee
Available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX (working a minimum of 15 hours).
First Child: 100% childcare fee discount
Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount
Incentives and Bonuses
Incentives and bonuses will not be paid.
Eligibility
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or individuals who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
Responsibilities
Serves as a Child and Youth Services (CYS) Assistant Director of a CYS Program with responsibility for assisting the supervisor in the operation of an assigned CYS program IAW all applicable regulations and standards.
Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of assigned staff and the safety and well‑being of children and youth IAW DoD, Army and local policies and standards.
Assists in maintaining DoD/Army certification for assigned program areas, and helps ensure program achieves and retains national accreditation or Army equivalent and maintains accreditation/Army equivalent standards.
Provides appropriate staff professional recognition and/or disciplinary action. Conducts written observations of staff during all hours of operation, and evaluates employees based on established performance standards.
Works cooperatively with other CYS Managers to ensure seamless service and continuity of quality options for all children and youth.
Serves as member of the CYS Program Plan Team to develop written strategies for program improvement.
Requirements
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
A one‑year probationary period may be required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment checks in accordance with AR 215‑3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
The Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained.
Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements and demonstrated on‑the‑job competency is required.
Travel to on and off‑post locations required.
Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy, including annual influenza vaccinations.
Qualifications
Successful completion of a 4‑year college or university degree with a major course of study that directly relates to the appropriate CYS field.
For positions in Child Development Facilities: education in child development, early childhood education, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or related behavioral science.
Experience that involved teaching children or similar work demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to select, train, and supervise childcare and preschool employees, family childcare providers, or other caregiving adults.
Ability to develop and implement child development programs, including family day care programs, part‑day preschool programs, and before‑and‑after school programs.
The ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
Must possess comprehensive oral and communications skills and analytical writing skills, and the ability to present ideas and proposals to a variety of audiences.
Successful completion of at least 24 semester hours in a major course of study in education or appropriate CYS field, plus appropriate work experience that provides knowledge, skills and abilities directly related to the duties described.
3 months of directly related work experience teaching children or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
Additional Information • This position is for Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum, New York.
• FMWR includes Child and Youth Services, Business Recreation, and Support Services.
• As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding tobacco or alcohol) to CYS employees until 31 December 2026.
• Some employee benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k) participation, paid personal time off, and federal holidays.
• Additional benefits and information may be found in the Review‑Our‑Benefits link: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf
Application Process
Apply electronically at USAJOBS, job ID: C2SCNAFCY‑26‑12922001, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 04/13/2026.
Alternate paper application available. Contact NAF Human Resources to request a form.
Submit resume (≤2 pages, ≤5 MB) and all required documents (education transcripts, proof of education, DD‑214, etc.).
Ensure completeness and accuracy of application materials to avoid ineligibility.
Contact Information CHRA NAF C2SC – Recruitment Branch
Phone: 000‑000‑0000
Email: usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil
Address: BN‑NAF‑W0XQAA, US ARMY GARRISON, FORT DRUM, NY 13602, US
#J-18808-Ljbffr