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Child Development Program Assistant

3 months ago


Oceanside, California, United States Department of Defense Full time
Summary


Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

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Overview

  • Accepting applications
  • Open & closing dates
05/01/2024 to 05/31/2024

  • Salary
$19 - $22.82 per hour

  • Pay scale & grade
CY 01

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

  • Oceanside, CA 1 vacancy
  • Telework eligible
No

  • Travel Required
25% or less - Varies

  • Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

  • Appointment type
Permanent

  • Work schedule
Shift work

  • Service
Competitive

  • Promotion potential
NA

  • Job family (Series)
1702 Education And Training Technician

  • Supervisory status
No

  • Security clearance
Not Required

  • Drug test
Yes

  • Announcement number
68116

  • Control number
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This job is open to

  • The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to Public

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Duties


At the GSE-02 Level: Performs the more routine or repetitive simple child care tasks following step-by step instructions and requires little or no previous training or experience.

Work is reviewed in detail, while in progress and upon completion, to insure and assess trainee's progress, and to evaluate attainment of training objectives and readiness for further training.

Training will be of a progressively more responsible and specialized nature associated with the childcare and development operations.

These duties are to be performed to increase knowledge of the childcare duties and responsibilities and develop skills for advancing to the higher-level positions.

Performs other duties as assigned.


At the GSE-03 and GSE-04 Level: Performs the major intermediate level duties and responsibilities working under the close supervision of superior or other qualified higher graded employees who make assignments of specific basic tasks, provides detailed initial instructions, and is available for guidance and advice on all aspects to be accomplished.

The incumbent performs duties under the direct supervision of a leader or supervisor.

Assistance and guidance is available at all times and work is reviewed in terms of results and adherence to established standards and procedures.

Assist in planning and conducting an effective child development program to meet the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of each child based upon stated goals and a curriculum plan provided by the supervisor.

Reviews and implements daily schedules and activity plans, and briefs lower grade employees. Arranges room and play materials to accommodate the daily schedule. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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EVALUATIONS:
Qualifications


At the GSE-02 Level: Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment, have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance, and successfully pass required background and health checks.

Child Abuse Prevention must be completed within 60 days of assignment to position. CPR and First Aid must be completed within six months of assignment to position.

At the GSE-03/GSE-04 Level: Levels determined by training, experience and/or education.

In order to Qualify for this position you must attach High School Diploma or Equivalent, in "My Job Applications".


Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with DoD and Marine Corps policy for employees who provide child care services.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.

Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.

Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, DoD Standardized Module Training, and annual ongoing training requirements.

Position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position.

"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 could make you ineligible to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for up to 3 Years from the date of the drug test."

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation.

The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review:


As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI).

For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002.

Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.


Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.


Required Documents:

  • Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
  • If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.

Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.


Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.


ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

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  • Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

  • Stability of Federal Civilian Service
  • People with passion for doing work that matters
  • Quality of Work Life Balance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefit Packages
  • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Review our benefits


Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.


Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement.

This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

  • Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

  • Stability of Federal Civilian Service
  • People with passion for doing work that matters
  • Quality of Work Life Balance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefit Packages
  • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
Review our benefits


Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

  • Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.

Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.

You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.


Note:

To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

STEP - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)


A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement.

If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications to be considered.

Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration.

STEP - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications


STEP - Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions.

Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the reporting date to the new duty location.

Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders.

Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under My Job Applications

Required Documents

  • Furnish a copy of the PCS orders with reporting date to the new duty station and authorized move with spouse. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
  • Submit a current application or resume.
  • For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
STEP - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with TA stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications

Transition Assistance Program:
(May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.

Selective Service Registration:

If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions.

You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.


NOTE:
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant.

To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.


VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.

Agency contact information

CAMP PENDLETON MCCS
Phone

760/

Email

Pendleton.-Address

CAMP PENDLETON MCCS

MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES

ATTN:

PERSONNEL OFFICER
CAMP PENDLETON, CA

USA
Learn more about this agency

Next steps


All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at will be able to view their application status online.


  • Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
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Required Documents

Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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.

Help

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website:

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement.


Note:

To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

STEP - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY)


A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement.

If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications to be considered.

Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration.

STEP - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications


STEP - Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions.

Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the reporting date to the new duty location.

Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60 day period of receiving new PCS Orders.

Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under My Job Applications

Required Documents

  • Furnish a copy of the PCS orders with reporting date to the new duty station and authorized move with spouse. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).
  • Submit a current application or resume.
  • For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility.
STEP - If applicable, upload a copy of your Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with TA stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications

Transition Assistance Program:
(May be requested for positions graded NF-3 below or equivalent) Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload all documents listed above in Step 4.

Selective Service Registration:

If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions.

You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.


NOTE:
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant.

To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.


VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.

Read more

Agency contact information

CAMP PENDLETON MCCS
Phone

760/

Email

Pendleton.-Address

CAMP PENDLETON MCCS

MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES

ATTN:

PERSONNEL OFFICER
CAMP PENDLETON, CA

USA
Learn more about this agency

Next steps


All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at will be able to view their application status online.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
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Overview

  • Accepting applications
  • Open & closing dates
05/01/2024 to 05/31/2024

  • Salary
$19 - $22.82 per hour

  • Pay scale & grade
CY 01

  • Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

  • Oceanside, CA 1 vacancy
  • Telework eligible
No

  • Travel Required
25% or less - Varies

  • Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

  • Appointment type
Permanent

  • Work schedule
Shift work

  • Service
Competitive

  • Promotion potential
NA

  • Job family (Series)
1702 Education And Training Technician

  • Supervisory status
No

  • Security clearance
Not Required

  • Drug test
Yes

  • Announcement number
68116

  • Control number


This job originated on For the full announcement and to apply, visit Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.