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The Department of Geography at Durham University seeks to appoint outstanding individuals to 2 Assistant Professorships in Human Geography who have expertise in the geographies of nature, climate change, and just and sustainable futures that will complement and extend our current work in one or more of the following research clusters: Geographies of Life; Economy & Culture; Politics-State-Space; Urban Worlds. The successful candidate will develop world class scholarship in their field, and we encourage work that develops a range of theoretical, conceptual, and/or methodological approaches. The successful candidate will have completed (or be close to completing) a PhD in a relevant field, and demonstrate a track record of, or potential for, internationally excellent and agenda setting publications and securing external funding. They will have experience of or show a commitment to delivering excellent teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and Master's-level teaching on our human geography programmes. In addition to their research, the successful candidates will perform departmental administrative tasks commensurate with their grade.

Geography at Durham consistently ranks among the very best departments not just in the UK, but also in the world. We were ranked =1st in REF 2021 and our research environment was awarded the highest possible 100% 4* score. Our students report satisfaction levels of 95% in the National Student Survey. From the field to the virtual environment, we are dedicated to exploring innovative methodologies. As an Assistant Professor, you will benefit from our commitment to ensure that your teaching load is sustainable, and from a generous research leave policy. This will give you time to carry out internationally excellent research, informing your teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will be able to apply to the Department's Research Development Fund for pump priming work, and we support lecturers with a generous travel allowance. Your work will have the support of a departmental research office, cartographic and photographic support. We regularly host visiting academics and research students from around the world. The Department also benefits from the ESRC NINEDTP, AHRC Northern Bridge, and IAPETUS NERC Doctoral Training Partnerships. For more information on the Department of Geography see: https://www.dur.ac.uk/geography/

We are currently developing a new suite of Master's programmes around the idea of sustainable futures, particularly in the context of climate change. These posts offer an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of these programmes, as well more broadly to internationally excellent research and teaching, while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. We are proud of our efforts to decolonise our curricula and ensure inclusive fieldwork for staff and students, and to be part of a vibrant university community that celebrates diversity. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us, and candidates with lived experience or practice-based work with marginalised communities are also encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will, ideally, be in post by 1 September 2025.

Please direct informal enquiries to Prof Colm O'Cofaigh (Head of Department) . The closing date for applications is 12th January 2025.

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Job details

• Salary range: £25,992 to £28,163 per annum
• Work location: Hybrid Working with an office base at County Hall, Oxford
• Hours per week: 37 – we are open to discussions about flexible working
• Contract type: Permanent
• Closing date:5th January 2025
• Interview date: January 2025

Do you have a passion for geospatial data and a desire to make a real impact on our natural environment? Answer the call to join TVERC as a Biodiversity Data Assistant!Use your skills in technology and data management to help our communities harness the power of environmental insights and drive sustainable change.

About us

TVERC collects, analyses and shares biodiversity and geodiversity information in Berkshire and Oxfordshire. This helps people make sound decisions about how to develop and manage land sustainably, where to direct wildlife conservation work and for scientific education and research. See www.tverc.org.

About the role

In your role as Biodiversity Data Assistant, you will assist the team to collect, validate and manage our species, sites and habitats data.Much of this is geospatial and you and the TVERC team will use it to provide services to our customers to help theirdecisionmaking.As part of your key responsibilities, you will provide the day to day running of our data search and licencing service.

You will maintain excellent data standards whilst helping to maintain and develop tools and processes that ensure high levels of data quality and consistency throughout the data lifecycle including acquisition, storage, analysis and presentation.

Supportingand working closely with TVERC team members helping make sure the day-to-day processes work efficiently and reliably and deliver accurate and timely insights to our clients. Some of your time will also be spent on internal and customer projects.

We are a small team and work with a range of volunteers. You will need to work well with them providing some support and assistance in making full use of our systems and data.

About you

You love working with data and have an interest in wildlife and nature.You will be comfortable using Geographic Information Systems and may have some experience using and managing ecological and geospatial data. Along with good general IT skills you will also have some experience of SQL, R or another programming language.Youunderstandthe importance of the quality and accuracy of data and insights, enjoying taking action to ensure these are assured in your work.

You must enjoy collaborating as part of a small team but beconfidentto workindependently. Comfortable taking ownership of problems and being resourceful and creative in resolving them.As the quality of our data and services are critical you will have very good attention to detail, be conscientious, methodical and accurate in your approach.

You may well spend some of your spare time involved with wildlife or recording groups andunderstandthe ecological and planning contexts of our services.

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary from£25,992-£28,163
• Annual leave allowance starting at 25 days per year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension – up to 19.9% employer contribution
• Flexible working – agile working policy
• Electric car benefit scheme, cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health andleisure activities, and rail travel

Would you like to know more?

Please see the bottom of the page to view the Job Description and Selection Criteria.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Wilkes (Thames Valley Environmental Records Centre Director) atSteve.Wilkes@Oxfordshire.gov.uk.

Application Procedure

To apply,you will need to complete an online application form. This includes a section asking you to explain how you meet the role requirements, as specified in the job posting. In addition to your CV, you may also attach a cover letter to your application form; however, it is not mandatory.

If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete an exercise in your own time. This will involve using your skills to cleanse, synthesise, analyse and present environmental data. You will need to submit the code used, the results and a description of your methods, in advance of attending an interview.

During the interview you will be required to deliver a presentation, explaining the methodology you used in the exercise, what you found and how this might be useful to TVERC and their customers.

The details of the exercise and presentation will besharedwith candidates if they have been shortlisted.

Initial interviews will be with a panel from TVERC and are expected to last for approximately one hour.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

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Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

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Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Serves as a front-line USDA representative in international negotiations with high level foreign government officials.
• As a key U.S. representative leads or participates in intensive pre-negotiation preparation and strategy development for plant health standards.
• Contact point between the DA and the PPQ Support Staff; International Services, Veterinary Services, and the Foreign Agricultural Service on trade issues management and international standards.
• Coordinates activities between the PPQ staff to ensure cooperation and effective program operations.
• Plans, coordinates, or conducts studies relevant to the analysis of phytosanitary standard development that impacts the management of PPQ programs.
• Serves as an expert resource person for PPQ in identifying emerging global issues that may impact PPQ trade issue management.
• Represents the DA at meetings and conferences with international and state governments, industry and producer organizations, and individuals related to international standard development.
• Reviews and approves controlled correspondence concerning PPQ international standard development.

The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below.

Curriculum

Develops schedules and activity plans. This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I. Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth.

Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.

Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.

Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques.

Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.

Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Indoor and Outdoor Environment

Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules.

Sets up displays and bulletin boards.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.

Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Interactions and Relationships

Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults.

Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Supervision of Children and Youth

Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation policies, guidance, and standards.

Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

Parent and Employee Communication

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel.

Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities.

Participates in conferences with parents and employees.

Assessment

Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns. Uses the information in planning.

Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.

Compliance

Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides assistance to team members in performing duties associated with the day-to-day operation of the specialty program.
• Managing all incoming and outgoing correspondence, obtaining background information, formulating responses to routine and non-technical inquiries, and routing correspondence of a technical nature to appropriate staff members.
• Manages correspondence and assigns documents for response in a timely, complete and professional manner where due dates are required.
• Answers telephones, greets patients, takes messages, and notifies patients of appointments.
• Arranges, prepares and attends department staff meetings. Takes minutes and prepares them for distribution.
• Handles requests for information and resolves or assists in resolving a variety of complaints made by patients and/or their families.
• Collects necessary data, prepares national reports and submits required documents.
• Serves as onsite ADPAC for entering and tracking non-equipment IT service requests.
• Serves as one of several timecard keepers.
• Other duties as assigned

The Assistant Associate Commissioner for Earnings and International Operations (AAC, OEIO) is the primary Social Security Administration (SSA) executive responsible for planning and directing a major portion of the operations administered by the Office of Central Operations (OCO). The work of the organization includes that performed by three divisions and a direct operations center that establish and maintain earnings and enumeration records supporting Social Security programs and provides direct service to claimants and beneficiaries through the National 800 Number network, Internet service, Workload Support Unit, Immediate Claims-taking Unit operations, and those responsible for overseeing dispersed foreign claims operations. The incumbent provides executive-level leadership and direction through a network of subordinate supervisors and team leaders.

Additionally, the AAC, OEIO:

• Provides executive leadership, guidance, direction, and control to activities relating to the three divisions, the direct operations center engaged in earnings and enumeration operations.
• Plans and directs activities related to the establishment and maintenance of basic records supporting national Social Security programs, activities related to foreign claims operations; directs the processing of foreign claims under the Social Security benefits programs, and maintains related beneficiary rolls.
• Manages centralized records operations and a stand-alone direct operations center.
• Provides direct oversight of program operations by identifying trends, resolving problems, improving policies, and enhancing the Agency's service to the public.
• Provides executive direction, coordination and support, and organizes direct service and processing facilities, e.g., Immediate Claims Taking Unit, National 800 Number Network, foreign claims operations, Workload Support Unit, Employer Support 800 Number, and Internet services.
• Serves as a principal advisor to the AC on all matters relating to OEIO operations.
• As directed, represents the AC for OCO at conferences and meetings and makes recommendations, delegated decisions, and commitments on behalf of the AC.
• Participates with the AC in the development of long-range planning activities to ensure the integration of the OCO's earnings and international operations into overall agency operations and goals.
• Serves as the lead executive in specific OCO-wide initiatives and leads representative teams in resolving complex and controversial issues.

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a market leading Regional Main Contractor recruiting for a driven and ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You will be joining a "SUNDAY TIMES: Best Places To Work" award winning business working on new build care homes, retirement living and residential projects in the Middlesbrough/Durham area.

The role of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

My client is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their established team in their Northern Region. You will be joining a team that really makes a difference and gives you the opportunity to develop your skills towards a truly rewarding career in construction commercial management.

You will be reporting to the commercial lead on the project and play a vital role in delivering value, controlling costs and supporting the successful completion of the project.

Responsibilities of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Assisting in preparing budgets, cost plans and valuations
• Conducting site visits to monitor progress and assess variations
• Working closely with operations, design and health and safety teams towards key project targets
• Establishing and developing productive and professional working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Supporting the monitoring of cost control and implement cost mitigation strategies, assessing risk, at all times acting fairly and reasonably
• Contributing data to assist with the production of a monthly commercial report, fully describing the position and plan for management of risk, opportunity, cost and value for those sub-contracts delegated to you to manage
• supporting to ensure timely agreement of final accounts with your supply chain packages

Requirements of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Relevant degree or construction related qualifications.
• Superb organisation skills, including time management, prioritisation of tasks and self-motivation.
• Excellent communication, bring your excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A team player.
• Detail oriented, you'll need to have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality.

Benefits for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Work-Life Balance: My clients understands the importance of balance.
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 26 days of annual leave, plus your birthday off!
• Bank Holidays: All statutory Bank Holidays are yours to enjoy.
• Flexible Leave Options: Buy or sell up to 3 days of annual leave to suit your needs.
• 24/7 Mental Health Support: Access confidential mental health support and counselling services whenever you need them.
• Health and Fitness Access: Consult a GP or get nutrition and fitness advice 24/7.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Competitive Salary.
• Car Allowance.
• Development and Progression.
• Mobile Phone Allowance.
• Pension Scheme.
  

To apply please contact Alex Cocker at our Sheffield office on 0114 213 0900 or acocker@fr-group.co.uk.

• Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
• Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members.
• Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
• Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below.

Curriculum

Develops schedules and activity plans. This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I. Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth.

Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.

Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.

Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques.

Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.

Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Indoor and Outdoor Environment

Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules.

Sets up displays and bulletin boards.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.

Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Interactions and Relationships

Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults.

Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Supervision of Children and Youth

Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation policies, guidance, and standards.

Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

Parent and Employee Communication

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel.

Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities.

Participates in conferences with parents and employees.

Assessment

Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns. Uses the information in planning.

Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.

Compliance

Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Warehouse Stock Assistant - Larne - £22,405

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Larne
• Rate of pay: £22,405 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7 - Shifts between: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm & 10pm-6am
• Working Environment - Mixed

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Warehouse Stock Operative, you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering or leaving the depot is accurate.

Our activities vary, so often, you may be required to work across multiple different workstreams such as Goods Inbound checks, Picker Accuracy audits and Load Adherence checks most of which require periods of manual handling.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of supplier deliveries on the GFR program.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock destined for stores and fully investigate all errors found.
• Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
• Maintain integrity at all times.
• Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
• Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.

RAS Benefits

• Flexible working shifts patterns - just ask!
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Regular overtime is available
• Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus

Job specifics

• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

About RAS

Retail & Asset Solutions are an innovative and market-leading organisation providing audit services to some of the UK and Europe's largest Food, DIY and Apparel retailers. We engage, listen and work with our customers in a way they can trust, often operating as an extension of their own teams to deliver value-added business.

At RAS Supply Chain we have developed specialised expertise in supply chain assurance services. This helps retailers track and verify goods received from suppliers by checking pick and compliance accuracy, as well as easily integrating with customer IT systems to provide real-time management information.

As leaders in innovation, we embrace new technologies and concepts. We were the first company to use barcode scanning with bespoke reporting, and we were also the first to implement wireless RF data transmission. In the Supply Chain field we are the only organisation providing the end-to-end GFR service to retailers and suppliers. In our ongoing quest for innovation, we continue to research and develop solutions by working collaboratively with our customers and by identifying opportunities to drive sales and combat loss.

With approximately 3,500 employees, we have the largest pool of multi-skilled retail trained colleagues located throughout the UK and Ireland. We also have a fleet of over 70 minibuses ready to deliver count teams to any site in the UK, enabling us to deliver greater consistency in personnel and performance.

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

• You will serve as a Facilities Program Assistant for the Naval Air Warfare Command Aircraft Division supporting NAVAIR HQ Facilities Team.

Administrative Support (includes but not limited to):

Provides customer service to patrons using the facility, to include: greeting customers; checking identification cards to ensure only authorized users are entering facility; issuing and receiving gear/equipment; and registering patrons for facility use, events, and/or classes.

Answers telephone, providing information in regards to facility hours of operation, upcoming special events and programs, etc.

Completes the Daily Activity Reports.

Assists in planning, scheduling, and publicizing various activities and maintaining related supplies in order to attract and motivate participants.

Oversees the sale of retail items associated with activities.

Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) fitness activities from the standpoint of participants' responses, resources, and program objectives.

Monitors patrons, volunteers and contractors at the assigned program/event and reports any issues to management.

Assists in the selection of fitness, sports, and aquatics activities to be offered, both within the required basic program categories and additional ones possible through available resources and desirable in terms of participant's interests and needs.

Instructional Support (includes but not limited to):

Monitors assigned participants in indoor and outdoor activities to include intramural sporting events.

Conducts instructional classes in the assigned recreational area.

Performs basic fitness orientation; identifies and corrects unsafe fitness techniques.

Demonstrates procedures common to the activities and instructs in the use of related equipment.

Establishes/reviews the schedule of events, conducts tours, sets-up/prepares gymnasiums/facilities/playing fields prior to scheduled start time for events.

Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.

Facility/Equipment Maintenance (includes but not limited to):

Ensures facility and sporting fields are open and/or closed at the posted time. Monitors and checks the security of premises.

Monitors activity within the facility, circulating among the patrons to assist with basic use of equipment/gear and to maintain good order and discipline.

Ensures athletic playing surfaces are properly maintained, safe, and ready for play.

Assists in properly cleaning and maintaining equipment/facilities, maintains inventory, performs general janitorial services to ensure interior spaces are in a clean, neat, and orderly state at all times (e.g., sweeping and mopping floors; dusting and cleaning workout areas, mirrors, bathrooms, and locker areas; straightening equipment and accessories, etc.).

Makes minor repairs to facilities and equipment when appropriate and assists with outdoor maintenance.

Reports maintenance problems, material deficiencies, and unsafe conditions or discrepancies that cannot be repaired in-house to the supervisor.

The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below.

Curriculum

Develops schedules and activity plans. This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I. Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth.

Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.

Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.

Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques.

Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.

Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Indoor and Outdoor Environment

Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules.

Sets up displays and bulletin boards.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.

Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Interactions and Relationships

Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults.

Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Supervision of Children and Youth

Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation policies, guidance, and standards.

Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

Parent and Employee Communication

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel.

Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities.

Participates in conferences with parents and employees.

Assessment

Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns. Uses the information in planning.

Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.

Compliance

Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below.

Curriculum

Develops schedules and activity plans. This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I. Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth.

Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program.

Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.

Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.

Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques.

Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.

Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Indoor and Outdoor Environment

Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules.

Sets up displays and bulletin boards.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.

Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Interactions and Relationships

Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults.

Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.

Supervision of Children and Youth

Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation policies, guidance, and standards.

Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.

Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.

Parent and Employee Communication

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel.

Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities.

Participates in conferences with parents and employees.

Assessment

Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns. Uses the information in planning.

Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.

Compliance

Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.

Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Performs other related duties as assigned.