Entry Level Behavioral Science Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Hiring Event: Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Please see the Additional Information section for hiring event details
This position is located at Fort Riley, KS
Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at least 15 hours per week:

• First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)
• Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)

Qualifications:Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
For Entry Level (CY-01):

1. Must be at least 18 years of age
2. Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

For Skill Level (CY-01):

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
4. Minimum of 6 months experience working in group programs with children/youth
5. Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training courses OR equivalent industry training OR six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education, child and youth development, or special education.

For Target Level (CY-02):

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
4. Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development.
5. Completion of Skill Level DoW standardized training courses OR Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) Credential OR 12 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, special education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation (children and youth), Physical Education or directly related behavioral sciences (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology for the family. General psychology/sociology course work is not qualifying)

Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level.Education:At minimum a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.
All education documents must be in English or have a translated copy provided.
In order to meet entry level requirement you must upload a copy of your HS Diploma, HS Transcript (showing the completion date), GED certificate or proof of a college degree. To meet the requirements beyond entry level a college transcript showing course work or certifications will be required to validate the higher graded qualifications.
Employment Type: OTHER