AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The primary purpose of this position is: to provide authoritative advice and guidance on aeronautical information and air traffic control procedures. Serves as a command focal point for Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) development through development, evaluation, and validation of US and host nation source information. DUTIES: Develops, maintains, reviews, and revises instrument flight procedures evaluating such factors as facility performance, the nature and extent of interference from physical obstructions, and controlled airspace using US and foreign Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) criteria. Acquires and collects broad range aeronautical information from US and foreign information sources. Recommends changes to policy and regulations based on expertise in TERPS criteria and aeronautical information. Makes aeronautical decisions on behalf of the command, based on a thorough knowledge of regulations, aviation procedures, and needs of the command throughout the world. Performs staff assistance and conducts annual review of instrument procedures for assigned command bases and areas of responsibility to ensure adherence to host nation sources and waiver requirements. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (cont'd) This position is designated by Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the AirForce Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TPD, the incumbent is (a) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and(b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TPD. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR), Air Traffic Control Series, 2152. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of approach procedure fly ability and air traffic control policies, procedures, flight inspection requirements, geography, electronic data processing, and navigational aids characteristics in order to certify instrument flight procedures; knowledge of the principles and concepts or aeronautical navigation, airspace management and air traffic control systems; expert knowledge of US and foreign terminal procedures (TERPS) criteria and application; comprehensive knowledge of USAF, FAA, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) manuals, handbooks, regulations, and other publications, pertaining to flight information publication requirements. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: Knowledge of approach procedure flyability and air traffic control policies, procedures, flight inspection requirements, geography, electronic data processing, and navigational aids characteristics in order to verify instrument flight procedures Knowledge of the principles and concepts or aeronautical

Salaire : $103,225 – $134,195/Per Year | Avantages : https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win...Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force) EO 12721 Certain Former Overseas Employees EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference National Service (Peace Corps and VISTA) Non-AF DCIPS Interchange Non-Appropriated Fund Non