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Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF)

PROGRAM ANALYST

Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF), Dahlgren, Virginia, United States, 22448

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Summary Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) offers high quality early care and youth services in center-based (birth – five), facility-based (age 5‑12), and recreational environments (teen; youth sports and fitness). The incumbent provides support to installation CYP programs and serves as a consultant to the installation CYP teams with primary responsibility for professional development and programming regulatory requirements.

Duties Duties include but are not limited to:

Coordinates with Installation Child and Youth Program (ICYP) Director/Oversight, program managers, and trainers to design and implement the annual CYP program plan based on trends and analysis to include training goals and objectives, a plan to meet installation needs, and a curriculum framework that encompasses the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children/youth.

Ascertains specific needs for professional development and makes recommendations on the objective and scope of annual training topics.

Develops, revises, and adapts professional development curriculum to suit individual installation child/youth changing needs.

Evaluates conducted trainings and training materials, recommending suggested changes and improvements.

Analyzes results of inspections, reviews, and rating scales; interprets results in terms of program strengths and weaknesses, and works with installation and region management personnel to implement corrective action plans.

Coordinates and conducts region wide training for installation subject matter experts based on trends and analysis.

Applies professional knowledge to develop training materials, handbooks and operational guidance for use throughout the region. Designs and prepares educational/job aids and materials, ensuring event materials are formatted to align with N96 brand and standardized style guide for each delivery modality.

Provides extensive technical assistance both electronically and on‑site to ensure quality of programs meet or exceed national standards.

Maintains knowledge of professional and organizational development concepts and evaluative and analytical processes for use in program improvement and implementation.

Prepares information papers, reports, surveys, and briefings as required; functions as project officer for designated CYP training initiatives.

Utilizes strong oral and written communication skills to prepare briefs, develop and deliver presentations to both internal and external audiences, including flag‑level positions within the Navy.

Collaborates in strategic planning, career development, and performance improvement efforts for CYP Professional Development (N926).

Develops and tracks regional professional development budget to include foundational and annual/on‑going learning event costs, resource and professional supplies, equipment and materials. Prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements as needed.

Participates in the selection process of new Installation Training & Curriculum Specialist.

Serves on installation Inclusion Action Teams and offers guidance and follow‑up on inclusion support plans, collaborating with stakeholders to support and equip programs to provide accommodations, including environmental observations and planning environmental modifications.

Serves as subject matter expert for installation CYP leadership teams for all programming aspects of CYP to include web‑based tools.

Serves as a technical advisor on CYP training and professional matters, leading teams in dealing with complex issues involving substantial governmental resources and requiring extensive changes in procedures.

Requirements

Must successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check, resolving any discrepancies as a condition of employment.

Must pass a pre‑employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, and be free of all communicable diseases.

Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.

Ability to complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs.

Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

Four or more years of specialized experience in program analysis, professional development, and organizational improvement as it relates to child and youth programs.

Knowledge of the full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate).

Knowledge of traditional and modern job training methods and techniques.

Knowledge of adult learning and ability to apply that knowledge when editing learning materials.

Knowledge of concepts of program management, requirement determination, policy development, evaluative and analytical processes, and program implementation.

Knowledge of the Navy operational organizational structure, chain of command, protocol and funding, particularly as it relates to Child and Youth Programs.

Knowledge and understanding of DON/DoD philosophy, goals, vision, policy and programs relating to child and youth issues of military members.

Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods for assessment and improvement of program effectiveness.

Knowledge of research methods, public relations, graphics, web site design, proof reading and editing, and document production.

Skill in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); advanced organizational skills with ability to handle multiple assignments.

Skill in project management, including planning, implementing, tracking, and reporting progress on project goals and activities.

Ability to use feedback and measurement to improve products and services and to represent a customer‑oriented brand in all communications.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using communication and interpersonal skills to form strategic partnerships.

Ability to function effectively as a team member with strong interpersonal skills, including maintaining collaborative partnerships.

Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and of high quality.

Ability to establish and adapt project priorities, specify and track milestones for work accomplishments, request assistance when needed, and overcome obstacles to completion.

Ability to formulate opinions, articulate positions, negotiate, resolve conflict, manage time and work, accomplish personal goals and objectives, and contribute to team goals.

Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations.

Ability to work harmoniously with all levels of personnel inside and outside the Navy.

Education This series does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace free of illegal drugs. Candidates must satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101‑647, including a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). If access to government computer or system access is required, the incumbent must pass SF‑86 and obtain a Secret clearance upon hire and periodically thereafter. Per DoDI 1402.05, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified for certain convictions, including felony drug offenses, sexual offenses, and serious child‑victim offenses.

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