CYS Program Associate Homework Lab NF-03

Summary

This position is located at Fort Sill, OK.

Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: CYS Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours per week) receive a 100% childcare fee discount for the first child and a 25% discount for second and subsequent children.

Duties

• Performs duties under the verbal and written direction of the facility director. Work is reviewed in terms of results achieved IAW standards and procedures.
• Responsible for the operation of the Child and Youth Services (CYS) Homework Center in accordance with applicable regulations. As part of the on-ratio staff, provides assistance to participants in strengthening their academic and learning skills.
• Develops linkages with parents, School Liaison Officer, other CYS Program Associates and volunteer tutors to ensure the homework center is fully integrated into all applicable program settings.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth.
• Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees. Provides input to CYS training plan based on observed training needs. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Conditions of Employment

• 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.
• 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. A health assessment is also required.
• Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements, and demonstrated on-the-job competency is required.
• Immunizations may be required as a condition of employment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less) and should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.

A qualified candidate must possess:

1. A high school diploma or GED certificate.
2. Ability to communicate in English (both written and verbal).
3. Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
4. The physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop and stand on a routine basis.
5. Health and freedom from communicable disease.
6. A CDA/School-Age/Youth Credential (including Boys and Girls Clubs of America)/Army Youth Practicum.
7. 12 months of experience working in a related field.

OR

1. A BA/BS degree with a major emphasis on ECE, Elementary Education, Child Development, Home Economics, Special Education or a related field.
2. Work experience directly related to the duties to be performed.
3. Ability to communicate in English; be 18 years of age; the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs; and health and freedom from communicable disease.

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application. Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Additional Information

The original close date of 2/4/26 has been extended. Referrals will be sent upon request.

Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates who reside Worldwide (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Application Option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application; contact the servicing NAF Human Resources office listed in the Agency Contact Information section. Submit your completed application form, resume and required supporting documents no later than 3:00PM CST on 07/14/2026.

PCS Costs: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized.

Incentives and Bonuses: Incentives will not be paid.

Allowances and Differentials: This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Non-foreign overseas allowances, COLA, and differentials will not be paid.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire) will be reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements. If tentatively qualified, your questionnaire responses will be checked against the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Eligibilities you may be able to claim include:

• NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
• NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
• NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
• NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Required Documents

Required documents (must be submitted by the closing date):

• HS Diploma/GED, College transcripts/Diploma, CDA, Proof of education, etc.
• Resume

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• DA 3434 or equivalent
• References or letters of recommendation
• PCS Orders
• Proof of Marriage Status

How to Apply

You may submit your application electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement number C2SCNAFCY-26-12869969. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/14/2026 to receive consideration. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Alternatively, you may apply manually per the Additional Information section.

This Job Is Open To

• The public

Clarification from the agency: United States (U.S.) Citizens and 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.

Agency Contact

• Email: usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil
• Address: EK-NAF-W6CSAA US ARMY GARRISON FT SILL, DO NOT MAIL, Fort Sill, OK 73503, US