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Qualifications:Conditions of Employment cont'd:
At a minimum, meet qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management for the 1701 occupational series
The incumbent serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect
Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Certificate in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation is required
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701, General Education and Training series.
Basic Requirement for GS-1701 Positions: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
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Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study. Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
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In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-05 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of professional child and/or youth development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at a variety of ages, with a variety of needs, and in a variety of settings. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect. Note: Your resume must show supporting details.
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EDUCATION: Successful completion of a bachelor's degree: my education included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Knowledge of professional child and/or youth development theory, methodology, and practices relating to physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at a variety of ages, with a variety of needs, and in a variety of settings.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Skill in educating, counseling, and advising child care providers and parents; assessing training and children's developmental needs, and evaluating qualifications and suitability of child care providers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to adapt planned activities for children's individual skills.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Employment Type: OTHER