Regional Child and Youth Program Manager

Program Management Ensures the overall successful administration and operation of the CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, and R&R, and CYES programs for the region. Responsible for technical assistance and program oversight to ensure quality of programs and services within the region Assists commands in achieving and maintaining national accreditation. Assists command in achieving quality K-12 options. Ensures the development and implementation of a comprehensive training program for CYP staff and CDH providers to ensure the operation of developmentally appropriate programs and to provide opportunities for professional growth. Ensures the implementation of a comprehensive child abuse and neglect recognition and prevention program. Establishes and implements policies pertaining to the admittance of children with special needs to centers and/or homes, including handicapped children and children with chronic illness. Develops and implements long and short range operational and facility plans. Responsible for the completion and submittal of all regularly scheduled program reports and the development, execution and evaluation. Studies needs and develops, adapts, and expands program activities to meet changes in program requirements and/or specific situations. Budgeting and Financial Management Develops and establishes the Region's CYP Non-appropriated fund (NAF) and Appropriated Fund (APF) budgets including CDC, CDH, SAC, YP and R&R budgets. Analyzes financial data, reviews budgets, and submits reports and recommendations. Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds. Conducts on-going reviews of financial CYP overall financial status, analyzes and takes corrective action as necessary to ensure the financial soundness of the overall CYP, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment. Personnel Management Provides for adequate staffing, effective training and appropriate supervision of all CY Programs in the Region. Exercises direct supervision over Regional CYP Directors, Regional Resource and Referral Director, other regional CYP positions and indirectly a staff of professional, technical and skilled and unskilled employees. Ensures proper and timely initiation and implementation of all personnel actions and assures quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. Evaluates personnel performance, recommends appropriate personnel actions, and initiates disciplinary action as necessary. Coordinates suspected child abuse reports in accordance with established policies and continues with follow up on all reports until closed by investigating agency. Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and supervision and communicates support of these policies to CYP employees. Policies and Procedures Responsible for maintenance, security, and safety of all records, reports, files and information for the region and ensures all applicable Navy assets and interests are protected. Continuously evaluates management procedures and programs by analysis of financial plans and projections of the various services and activities, analysis of inspection reports, auditing and accounting inspections/visits and by personal visits to activities under the cognizance of Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) or other Department of Defense (DoD) components. Communication Represents Commander Naval Region (CNR) Program Manager at military and civilian community conferences or meetings at various locations in relation to regional child and youth programs and services. Serves as liaison to local institutions, community and state colleges, State and Federal agencies, national organizations, departments, command and echelons of higher authority to obtain assistance and ensure maintenance of state of the art programs. Serves as a member of the Regional Advisory Board (RAB). As a member of the RAB, responsible for communicating information between CNIC and the CY program directors within their region. Maintains liaison and communications with other Fleet & Family Readiness Programs, regional headquarters, CNIC, and echelons of higher authority through informal correspondence and personal contact as an advisor on matters of child and youth nature. Originates and/or reviews official and unofficial correspondence pertaining to the CDC, CDH, SAC, YP and R&R program and reviews and releases technical and administrative reports as required. Compliance Ensures compliance with fire, safety, sanitation and security regulations. Responsible for coordinating and maintaining documentation of program inspections in accordance with cited regulations. Ensures timely corrective action necessary to obtain and retain DoD Certification.

4-year degree in field related to business management, school administration, leadership and management, early childhood management or communication AND a minimum of 3 years of professional management, financial management and administrative experience. *Transcripts must be included with application for consideration*

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test. All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05. Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense. Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care.

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. When building or uploading your resume, please note there is a two-page limit. The system will restrict any attempts to submit a longer document. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/15/2026 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. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12880161 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 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 DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume: two-page limit, learn more here - Resume Requirements Proof of education: official transcripts only; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating. Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable) If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: When submitting transcripts for an Associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required. All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major). Altered transcripts will not be accepted. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.