Assistant Child Development Center Director

Assistant Child Development Center Director

Base pay range: $67,297.00/yr - $87,482.00/yr

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full‑time Assistant Child Development Center Director (GS‑1701‑10) to support the 27th Special Operations Force Support Squadron at Cannon AFB, Clovis, NM. The position’s primary purpose is to serve as a first‑level supervisor and assist the Child Development Center Director in supervising day‑to‑day operations and providing specialized developmental childcare and instruction for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and administer child development programs.
• Provide an overall safe and healthy environment to stimulate and sustain child interest.
• Assist with administration and organize educational and developmental programs.
• Perform supervisory duties and managerial authorities.

This position can close at any time. Salary range is $67,297 - $87,482 based on experience.

Paid Time Off

• 11 Federal holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time

• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance

• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement

• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

• U.S. Citizenship
• A degree in early childhood or child development.

• Professional knowledge of child development theory, methodology, and practices.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing child care.
• Knowledge of financial, budget, and resource management practices.
• Knowledge of USDA food program requirements.
• Skill in educating, counseling, and advising child care providers and parents.
• Skill in conducting audits, studies, and inspections to determine feasibility of improvements.

AFCS is an equal opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

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