CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (Multi Level) at Commander, Navy Installations Command – Monterey, California

About the opportunity

CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth, keeping them actively engaged, well-cared for, and safe while participating in the Child and Youth Program (CYP). The CYP Assistant’s day includes helping children develop social skills such as making friends and conflict resolution, making healthy choices, building self-help and school readiness skills, and exploring the environment. Duties span across curriculum development, indoor and outdoor environment maintenance, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive hourly remuneration ranging from 23.83 to 29.92 PH

Who can apply?

• Entry Level (CY-1702-01): Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent; ability to communicate effectively in English; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; complete DoN training requirements; promote working relationships and work as a team member.
• Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01): Entry level qualifications plus 6 months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting, knowledge of basic child and youth development principles, and completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted).
• Target Level (CY-1702-02): Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, possess 1 year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting, plus completion of DoD standardized training courses OR a valid CDA or MSA credential OR a minimum of a 2-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, or related fields.

Required documents

• Resume (limited to two pages or less)
• Proof of education/training: copy of awarded/conferred college transcript(s) or high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• If claiming DoD NAF Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: copy of notice of separation
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: copy of sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: copy of DD-214 Member-4 page and supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, etc.)
• If current or former Federal Employee: copy of most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

When to apply

• Date Posted: 2026-09-08
• Application Close Date: 2026-09-22T23:59:59.9970

How to apply

• Review all required documents and ensure resume is limited to two pages or less.
• Click the blue APPLY button on the official USAJOBS announcement page to apply online.

Additional information

• Incumbents must satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check, and Installation Records Check (IRC).
• Automatic disqualifiers include convictions for a sexual offense, criminal offense involving a child victim, felony drug offense, or civil/administrative negligence concerning the death or serious injury of a child.
• Selectee may be required to complete a one-year probationary period and participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment.