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Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level) - Dix Job Overview
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/30/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS: Must possess ONE of the following: - 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program and completion of DoW-approved competency-based training requirements. Successful completion of all required Entry, Intermediate, and Target Level training requirements must be documented by the Service; OR - 18 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School-Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum, or other nationally recognized child or youth development credential appropriate to the age group served; OR - 12 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree, or at least 60 semester hours of college coursework, including 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, physical education, or a closely related field; OR -12 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university that includes at least 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.