MCCS Job Opening Information
Position/GradeCHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, NF-4 LocationBROWNE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERType of AppointmentREGULAR FULL-TIMEOpen DateMAY 28, 2026Close DateJUNE 11, 2026Who May ApplyALL SOURCESSalary$63,564-$72,800Hours of OperationMONDAY-FRIDAY (HOURS VARY BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE FACILITY)[ ] Health Card Required[ X] Background Check Required[ ] Gun Control[X] Drug Testing Position (DTP)[ ] Valid Drivers License Required
Job Summary
Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team-oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.
This position is located at CAMP PENDLETON, CA. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT.
Effective 1 June 2025, a 100% discount will be provided to the first child (youngest child) and a 25% discount to each additional child of a Child & Youth Program (CYP) employee enrolled in a MCCS child development center or school-age care program during the 2025 fiscal year.
This vacancy is also eligible for the following Employee Benefits:
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 5% employer match
NAF Pension Plan, employee contribution only 1% (May be eligible to buy back military service time)
Medical and dental insurance
Inexpensive life insurance covers up to 3x your annual salary
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account
Short Term Disability Insurance up to 60% of your salary
Federal Long Term Care
Up to $3,000 a year for Tuition Assistance up to graduate level
Leave Donation Program for lifes emergencies
Immediate Annual and sick leave accrual
Major Duties
This position assists the Child Development Center (CDC) Director in overseeing a developmentally appropriate child and youth program (CYP) as well as the management of the program and facilities. CYP provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years. The incumbent is responsible for administration of the facility to include assisting the CDC Director with budgeting and financial management, personnel management, food service, facility operations, and compliance, among other tasks. Serves as a first level supervisor for assigned staff and assists the CDC Director in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the program/activity. The incumbent reports and works directly with the CDC Director with minimum supervision to accomplish the overall objectives of administering the program. Work is subject to review for adequacy of program accomplishments, effectiveness, and compatibility with other work, and compliance with requirements. Responsible for overall customer service standards, scheduling staff, financial accountability and accounting for on hand cash, waiting list procedures, child care enrollment procedures, room counts/attendance reports, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reporting. Recommends to the CDC Director innovation/policy changes or refining methods and techniques to be used in providing and continually improving the CYP. In the absence of the CDC Director, the incumbent assumes responsibilities and performs duties and requirements of the position under higher level supervision with oversight. The incumbent is expected to apply subject knowledge, ensure policy compliance, and use initiative and creativity in accomplishing plans, outcomes, goals, and objectives. The success of the CYP requires ongoing interpretation of program policies, professional development of CYP employees, and needs of children, youth, and parents. The work includes numerous and unrelated processes and procedures concerning the wide variety of activities in a CYP. The incumbent serves as a mandated reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. The incumbent has knowledge of Federal, State and local laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect. FINANCIAL AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT: Operates the program in compliance with internal control standards. Assists with the preparation and execution of Appropriated fund (APF) and Nonappropriated fund (NAF) budgets. Conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary. Assists with the development of the capital budget to include facility sustainment, restoration, renovation and maintenance; equipment; furniture and fixture life cycle replacement; and curriculum updates. Assists in managing the purchases of supplies, travel, training, contracted services, and capital expenditures. Tracks and analyzes income and expenditures and assures accounting of all funds and assets. Assists with the collection, accurate accounting, and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures staff is properly trained in cash handling procedures to include collecting, recording and deposition all fees/charges. Ensures standards are maintained for facility condition, safety and sanitation. Initiates and tracks work requests, coordinating and seeking approval for facility needs from routine maintenance to major renovation or construction. Interfaces routinely with the support proponent(s) for facility maintenance, repair, and modernization and provides oversight of routine maintenance and renovation.
Major Duties
CONTINUED MAJOR DUTIES SAFETY/COMPLIANCE: Ensures facility complies with health, fire, safety, USDA, and program regulatory guidance and standards. Evaluates operations against DoW safety criteria and applies technical guidance to correct deficiencies. Identifies and responds to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical and emotional needs. Plans for, recognizes, and handles emergencies to ensure the safety and supervision of children, youth, self, and others. Ensures CYP staff follow health and safety standards when performing diapering, toileting, hand washing, cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting surfaces and materials, food service, safe sleep practices, and caring for ill children/youth. Observes program participants and identifies signs of illness, abuse or neglect, emotional distress, and follows mandated reporting protocols. Reviews, ensures clarity of, completes, and submits accident/incident report documentation, as required. Operational guidelines include but are not limited to the Military Child Care Act, applicable DoW and military Service Instructions as well as Federal, State, and local laws. The incumbent must use judgment in interpreting and adapting program policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure effective implementation in support of program goals and objectives. Ensures CYP staff collect, maintain, and report program participation data. In conjunction with the Y&T Director, ensures compliance with standards, criteria, and laws to obtain and retain DoW certification and national accreditation. Assists with taking action to implement recommendations or correct deficiencies resulting from inspections or accreditation visits. Assists with preparing responses to inspection reports. Ensures that all staff know and follow safety procedures and comply with health, fire, safety, facility, and program regulatory guidance and standards. Ensures required inspections are conducted by health, safety and fire officials. Monitors cleanliness, sanitation, health, fire and safety standards in the designated facilities, play areas, playgrounds, outdoor areas, and surrounding areas of responsibility. In conjunction with the Y&T Director, ensures completion of a daily facility walk though. Follows up on corrective action for identified deficiencies and prepares and forwards applicable responses and reports.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 18 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development. Experience must demonstrate the ability to lead junior staff in the accomplishment of work. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelors degree or advanced degree in youth development, elementary or secondary education, family and consumer science (human development emphasis), special education, or other fields appropriate to the position. Must be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance.OR A combination of education and experience (e.g. courses equivalent to a major in a field (24 higher level semester hours) appropriate to the position (see above) plus appropriate experience or additional course work that that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. Must be able to obtain and maintain TIER-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physical, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoW training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, DoW Standardized Module Training, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any. Must maintain current food handlers, CPR and First Aid certifications. May be required to obtain a government drivers license. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Must have the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite. Note: This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent is subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity, reliability and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety, and causing risk/damage to government property, and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position.
"Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and could make you ineligible to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for up to 3 Years from the date of the drug test."
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website.
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY) A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org to be considered. Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org.
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.
Closing Statement
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.