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This position is located at Bldg. 400, with the Youth Sports program, located on Fort Polk.
This announcement will close on 15 May 2017.
Current applicants will still receive consideration up to 90 days after the closing date.
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05/11/2017 to 05/15/2017
$32,849 - $40,706 per year
NF 03
Few vacancies in the following location:
Occasional travel - Travel may be required within the installation and/or surrounding area
No
Permanent
Part-time - Part Time 20 hours
No
SCNAFEP171957333
469607100
Serves as Program Associate, in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for providing support and assistance to activity Director, and Installation Volunteer Sports Coaches. Provides care, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Army and local policies, guidance, and standards. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Assists S&F Director in training coaches using the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) training guidelines. Ensures that an Installation NYSCA Chapter is established and maintained to support local coaches. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth, and helps coaches in creating developmentally appropriate environments; selecting materials and equipment; and planning meaningful practices that support the required sport season. Shares expertise in the operation of intramural programs for youth (SAS, MST) and providing skill-building programs for children (CDC, FCC, SAS). Assists coaches in practice procedures, operating an effective coach/parent meeting and parent relations. Assists trainer in training CYPA staff/providers in sports/fitness related areas.
Conducts practice and game visits as required for the purpose of providing support and assistance. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Notifies S&F Director on health, fire, and safety compliance concerns. Conducts follow-up technical support visits based on the results of the initial observation of practices/games.
Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with standards and procedures as outlined in applicable regulations and program management guides.
Supports program operations by planning field trips to sports and fitness events, coordinating group activities, and participating in observations of coaches. Helps inspect sports facilities/programs to ensure safety compliance. Recommends purchase of equipment required to maintain proper safety compliance. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
Completes designated training requirements and records completed training on own Individual Development Plan (IDP).
Conditions of Employment
1. If selected, a completed and signed copy of our job application form (DA Form 3433) is required prior to entrance on duty. (Click here to view form).
2. All pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-13, i., and the Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained, including Child and Youth National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI),
3. A health assessment is required.
4. Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements (transition and/or annual) and demonstrated on the job competency is required.
5. Ability to obtain a National Association of Youth Sports Clinician Certification.
The minimum qualifications for this position are:
1. Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
2. Communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
3. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5. Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
6. Possess a CDA/ School-Age/ Youth Credential (including Boys and Girls Clubs of America) or an Army Youth Practicum.
7. Possess 12 months work experience in a Sports/Fitness and/or youth program that provided the knowledge of physical and psychological factors in individual and team sports, and organization of recreational or competitive individual and team sports.
OR
1- Possess BA/BS degree with a major emphasis on physical education/sports or a related field.
2- Be able to communicate in English (both written and verbal).
3- Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4- Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5- Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
Highly Preferred Criteria:
Possess a CDA/ School-Age/ Youth Credential (including Boys and Girls Clubs of America) or an Army Youth Practicum.
OR
Possess BA/BS degree with a major emphasis on physical education/sports or a related field.
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
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Required Documents
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·Resume
·Transcript
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
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.
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