Summary This announcement has been extended until May 20, 2024. This position is located at Fort Riley, KS. This position is eligible for the NAF benefits package and leave accrual. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. Responsibilities Serves as a Child and Youth Services (CYS) Functional Technology Specialist with responsibility for integrating technology into all aspects of CYS operations. Works closely with installation Information Systems Officer and Director of Information Management to develop and implement technology procedures and actions to support CYS programming for children and youth and CYS administrative operations. Applies professional knowledge to oversee and support implementation of the Child and Youth Management Information System (CYMS) to include collecting, accurate accounting and reporting of funds. Ensures operations of CYS Technology Labs are in accordance with all applicable regulations and standards. Designs and implements a comprehensive Educational Technology Program for School-age children, Middle School youth and Teens attending CYS programs. Integrates technology into Service Areas. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Substantial college coursework or professional certificates from trade school(s) or demonstrated competence in computer science, information technology or related field. In addition to the qualifications listed above, candidate must possess: 1. Knowledge of child and youth programs, education/recreation programs for youth, or a combination of knowledge in all fields related to child/youth development or related field. 2. Knowledge/demonstrated skill in working with Microsoft Windows and Windows applications; Intranet/Internet database applications; email administration, web page design/development, and server administration; setting up network printers and other peripherals. 3. Ability to trouble shoot hardware, printers, LAN equipment, scanner, server, and software and swap/replace/upgrade equipment. 4. Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and propose solutions.. Successful completion of a 4-year college or university with coursework in computer science, information technology or a closely related field highly desirable. Highly Preferred 12 months of experience with CYMS date base 12 months of experience working with closed circuit television updates and repairs. Education Proof of education is required at the time of application, if applicable. Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education. Additional Information Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. Proof of education is required at the time of application, if applicable. Manual Application If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner. PCS Costs Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials This is a pay-banded position. Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ). Other: Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Please check out our Applicant Information Kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit%20for%20Army%20NAF%20Childcare%20Positions.pdf Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/. For more information on working with Child and Youth Services, please go here.