Sports Specialist (CYS) NF-03

Summary

This position is located at SHAPE, Belgium.

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

• Serves as a sports specialist/clinician in a Child and Youth Services (CYS) program, with responsibility for providing support and assistance to the CYS Sports and Fitness Director and installation volunteer sports coaches.
• Models appropriate behaviors and techniques and helps coaches in creating appropriate environments; selecting materials and equipment; and planning meaningful practices that support the required sport season.
• Conducts practice and game visits as required for the purpose of providing support and assistance.
• Helps inspect sports facilities/programs to ensure safety compliance. Recommends purchase of equipment required to maintain proper safety compliance. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Provides 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.

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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• 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.
• Must complete a health assessment including all required immunizations.
• Must possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Must obtain/maintain certification in CPR/First Aid.
• Must either currently possess or have the ability to obtain a National Association of Youth Sports Clinician Certification within six months 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 a bachelor's degree or higher in physical education.

OR all of the following equivalent in scope and complexity to the next lower grade level:

1. Experience managing or assisting in the delivery of a sports or physical education program which included both individual and team sports.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of the skills and techniques needed for various sports.
3. Experience coaching or working with coaches to apply techniques and required skills/fundamentals for various sports.

Highly Preferred / Best Qualified: Experience working in a sports program specifically for children or youth; or at least 12 semester hours in college coursework directly related to children or youth (e.g., PE for children, motor skills development, childhood development, early/elementary/secondary education, health/nutrition for children, child/adolescent psychology).

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application, if applicable. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Additional Information

The original close date of 2/10/26 was extended. Referrals may be sent upon request. Announcement may close early if filled.

Area of Consideration: This job is open to candidates who reside Europewide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Family Member Preference (FM) 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, contact the servicing NAF Human Resources office listed in the Agency Contact Information section for a paper application. Submit no later than 3:00PM CST on 07/21/2026.

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. Employment overseas provides additional benefits and entitlements. Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member 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 Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY)
• 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-26-12873231. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/21/2026 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. US Citizens currently residing within the commuting area of SHAPE, Belgium (not ordinarily resident in Belgium). US resident alien family members of US sponsors who are citizens of NATO countries other than Belgium and possess a valid green card and US Social Security Number (SSN).

Agency Contact

• Email: usarmy.apg.chra-hqs.mbx.naf-central-recruitment@army.mil
• Address: JU-NAF-W6EZAA USAG BENELUX, DO NOT MAIL, APO, AE 09708, US