Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To support the philosophy of sustaining and enhancing the quality of life for youth (5-18 years of age) achieve health and well-being in the social, psychological, economic, environmental realms of their lives by providing comprehensive year-round programs that can help reduce the potential for youth engaging in at-risk behavior.

Duties

Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates innovative outreach and educational activities and programs that present information on current issues and develop healthy human relations skills for program audience. Plans and conducts intervention and positive activities for at-risk youth. Plans, coordinates, and implements a program of education for youth program staff, parents, volunteers, and community members on identifying and providing information about current topics and issues relevant to the youth; such as, identifying youth with potential for developing at-risk behaviors, providing guidance to youth to minimize their potential for involvement at at-risk behaviors, supporting youth who experience adjustment difficulties in the community. Conducts on-going formal and informal youth and family needs assessment to determine future programming and educational needs. Cultivates a cooperative relationship between the civilian and military community by establishing and maintaining liaison in the community with civic organizations, youth groups, private organizations, church groups, educational institutions, national associations and other program administrators. i.e. Family Advocacy Coordinator, Family Support Center Director, Child Development Center Director, Chaplain, etc., that may be directly or indirectly involved in program activities concerned with the quality of life for family and youth. Arranges for necessary supplies, transportation, space and services for the youth program and youth at-risk program. Develops, recommends and submits periodic plans and proposed annual budget (with supporting data) to the Youth Center Director for Inclusion in the overallyouth programs budget.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• This position is a childcare position and subject to background checks JAW with Public Law 101-647
• Must have or complete requirements for a Food handler's Card, Medical Certificate and certified First Aid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (cont)
• (cont) Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Is subject to work an uncommon tour of duty, to include evening, weekends and holidays

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Recreation Series, 0188. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent. My experience includes the ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs; planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels; instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management; or serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed one full academic year of graduate-level education OR I have a bachelor's degree and am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE: You must submit copies of your official transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of a wide range of educational and recreational principles, concepts and techniques as related to adolescents. 2. Knowledge of developmental and behavioral needs of youth 5-18 years of age. 3. Knowledge of the range of activities and services to meet participants interests and needs. 4. Ability to provide mature advice and guidance to youth. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

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.

Contacts

• Address Offutt AFB 105 Washington Square Ste 233 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]