CYP Operations Clerk

Summary The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Operations Clerk is to serve as a contact point for information and perform clerical and administrative tasks in support of the CYP, which includes Child Development Centers (CDCs), Child Development Homes (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) programs, Youth Programs (YP), Resource and Referral (R&R) Program, and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Program. Duties The CYP Operations Clerk performs a combination of duties related to one or more components of the CYP. Duties are related to record keeping and reporting, liaison with families and programs, and collection and monitoring of fees and supplies. These tasks are summarized below. Record Keeping and Reporting This position handles administrative duties for Child and Youth Programs (CYP), focusing on preparing and maintaining reports and financial data. Key responsibilities include managing child registration, enrollment, and USDA food program records to ensure they are complete, accurate, and current. The role serves as a primary point of contact, providing front desk coverage, logging children in and out, and answering questions from patrons about programs, policies, and financial obligations. Additionally, the position involves processing background check paperwork, maintaining office files, resolving record discrepancies, and providing required information to various agencies. Fees and Supplies Collects fees and charges and records payments in accordance with proper procedures. Notifies supervisor of all delinquent payments. Completes a daily activity report and ensures proper deposit of funds in accordance with established cash handling procedures. Responsible for monitoring all supplies and resources. Notifies supervisor of items that need to be ordered. Additional Responsibilities Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other duties as assigned. Classification Factors Knowledge Required Knowledge of administrative support functions. Knowledge of general office automation software, practices and procedures in order to accomplish various work assignments. Knowledge of military CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, R&R and the USDA Food Programs. Ability to maintain a computerized database. Working knowledge of computer keyboard and Child and Youth Management System (CYMS) or equivalent database system. Ability to maintain accurate reports and records and military style documents. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Skill in cash handling required. Supervisory Controls Works under the general supervision of the assigned CYP Director. Works independently and refers deviations, problems, and unfamiliar situations to supervisor. Work is reviewed periodically for accuracy and timeliness and to ensure compliance with instructions, policies, standards, and regulations. Judgment is required in determining the differences in similar situations, applying the appropriate procedures, and making deviations to adapt the guidelines to specific cases. Guidelines Assignments are covered by prescribed policies, instructions, rules and regulations. Incumbent applies judgment and initiative in devising solutions to problems through analysis of the issue/ problem and in selecting the best alternatives for solution. Complexity Work consists of moderately complex assignments requiring numerous procedural steps. The nature of assignments may vary to a significant degree from one assignment/program to another in accordance with instructions. Incumbent is required to prioritize the work that needs to be done with little input from supervisor. Scope and Effect The incumbent provide information regarding components of the CYP to include CDC, CDH, SAC, YP, R&R and the USDA Food Program. The information provided by the incumbent relates to policies, fees, procedures, waiting lists, programs and activities, and special events. Performs clerical and administrative tasks in support of one or more of the above programs. The work product or service affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptance of further processes or services. Personal Contacts are with CYP personnel, both supervisory and nonsupervisory, parents, children and youth, co-workers, base civilians, providers, and military personnel. The incumbent exercises tact, diplomacy, promptness, and good manners when interacting with and assisting patrons and visitors. Purpose of Contacts The purpose of these contacts is to obtain, supply or clarify information; respond to questions; resolve problems and deviations; set up meetings, appointments, and training sessions; and provide quality customer service. Physical Demands Work is primarily sedentary. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts such as exposure to disease that require normal safety precautions typical of childcare settings. Normal fire and safety precautions must be adhered to. Work Environment Work is conducted in an office setting. The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. The incumbent may be required to work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings or weekends Requirements Conditions of employment Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). Must satisfactorily obtain or complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state or National Accreditation institutions utilized as part of DOD’s Child and Youth Programs. Qualifications Minimum 18 years of age. Education High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of administrative experience Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when applying. Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693 Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. 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