AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to work manage the Airfield Operations and functions as the Quality Control Evaluator to ensure effective support of the base and transient flying missions and overseeing the airfield management contract. Responsibilities Furnishes pilots with a full range of services pertinent to pre-flight planning. Provides en-route and post-flight information for all inbound aircraft; determines when aircraft are overdue and initiates search and rescue. Inspects and/or checks the airfield for flying safety hazards to include compliance with airfield criteria, aircraft foreign object damage. Responsible for the effective operation of flight data and airfield activities during the shift of duty. Will serve as the Wing Airfield Driving Program Manager. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management click here In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements for education. Education: Completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelors degree or other fields related to the position with a Major field of study in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, nautical science, marine affairs, marine engineering, marine transportation, or other fields related to the position. Note: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts. Additional qualfication EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 3 years general experience of which one year equivalent to the next lower broadband (NH-01), or next lower grade GS-4 or equivalent in the Federal Service. An example of creditable general experience is described as: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; in maintaining, retailing, purchasing, or procurement of automotive, rail, air, bus, or other transportation equipment or services, or in the operation of a commercial transportation facility or terminal. Plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing, familiarity with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the maintenance of inventories and cost computations. Must also have knowledge of airfield operations and flight planning principles, practices, procedures and regulations governing airfield management, airfield conditions and safety factors for imposing restrictions to aircraft operations and issuance of notices, and an understanding of terms used in systems to preclude pilot misunderstanding or airspace violations. Note: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. AND Click on the following link to view occupational requirements for this position: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2100/transportation-operations-series-2150/ 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: 1. Knowledge of applicable DoD, FAA, and ICAO air traffic system laws, rules, regulations and procedures required for the safe conduct of flights within the NAS and overseas. 2. Knowledge of air traffic system routes, capabilities and limitations of navigational aids, terrain topography, terminal instrument procedures, airspace restrictions and management, and local air traffic system procedures. 3. Knowledge of aircraft flight characteristics configuration which allows for appropriate response to in-flight and ground emergencies. 4. Knowledge of airfield criteria, conditions and safety factors that provide a basis for imposing restrictions to aircraft operations and issuance of NOTAMs. 5. Skill in the use of flight planning equipment for transmitting CONUS and ICAO flight plans and messages in proper format. 6. Skill in radio/telephone procedures, message and report preparation, and notification procedures. 7. Skill in operations of computer systems in order to process NOTAM and flight plan information. 8. Ability to select pertinent information from the data available and impart it in a comprehensible manner to aircrew. 9. Ability to determine type and nature of emergency situations so appropriate response actions can be initiated. 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 IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with 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. Additional Information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 12576832 To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 – the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017” suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.