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Learn more about this agency07/09/2021 to 07/19/2021
$72,750 - $94,581 per year
Salary shown includes locality pay of 30.48% for the Warrenton, VA area.
FG 11
2 vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Yes— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (U.S. Citizens) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service, former Federal employees (reinstatements), and student trainees. A fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid to current Federal employees. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
NA
No
Yes
AAC-ATO-21-AJF1400-73401
607017500
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Also open to those eligible for 30% or More Disabled and/or Veterans Recruitment Act, and PWD/PWTD.
Incumbent initiates, diverts, and terminates flight operations. Exercises operational control through flight release and flight locating. Resolves conflicts with airman qualifications or aircraft airworthiness. Verifies crewmembers have met crew rest requirements. Reviews the Pilot in Command’s (PIC) briefing against current weather, airport conditions, itinerary, crew and aircraft assignment. Verifies the planned flight and duty day limits are not exceeded. Concurs with the PIC that the flight may be conducted safely. Issues flight releases. Transmits the final load manifest back to the PIC before departure. Monitors flight progress to include departure, en route, destination, and alternate weather and Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) which may impact flight safety or mission accomplishment. Accurately and in a timely manner, releases and arrives aircraft by capturing the required information in the appropriate computer-based information system(s). Develops flight plans and calculates weight and balance as the situation dictates. Analyzes and interprets aircraft maintenance discrepancies, inspection requirements, due dates, Minimum Equipment Lists, and Dispatch Deviation Guides. Analyzes and interprets flight inspection itineraries, taskings, and daily flight logs. Supports missions in execution by providing the flight crew assistance when requested. Maintains computer and web-based applications that depict Flight Program Operations’ common operating picture. Reads and maintains read files, operation's bulletins, pass down logs or equivalent informational products designed to communicate operational informational needed to perform duties. Provides the oncoming watch officer/dispatcher a shift change debrief of previous shift activity and expected activity during next shift. Provides on-the-job training to new hires performing the same function. Conducts quality control reviews of data gathered and submitted into information systems used during the execution of duties. Maintains watch officer/dispatcher shift scheduling application.
The incumbent, provides 24/7/365 operations center-type support to Flight Program Operations, the JATOC Air Watch Officer, and the ATCSCC National Operations Manager. Answers the Flight Program Operations Control Center central telephone number(s) and provides customer support as needed. Represents Flight Program Operations' interests by acting as a liaison between Flight Program Operations, the JATOC, and the ATCSCC. Executes normal, abnormal, and emergency checklists in response to NAS incidents. Arranges bridge communication between senior officials, to facilitate the exchange of pertinent information for decision making and based on crisis or event. Participates in Testing, Training, and Exercises hosted by the JATOC and/or Flight Program Operations. Provides Flight Program Operations' status briefings to the JATOC Air Watch Officer and ATCSCC National Operations Manager.
Gathers and presents Flight Program Operations' metrics in a format required by management. Maintains office library of frequently referenced publications.
Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301
To qualify for the position at the GS/FG 11 (FV-G) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS/FG 9 (FV-F) level. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE may include but not limited to: experience exercising responsibility with the Pilot in Command in the operational control of a civil aircraft; experience preparing flight plans, interpreting weather reports, NOTAMS, calculating aircraft weight and balance and other information required for the safe completion of flight; experience monitoring flight progress to include departure, en route, destination, and alternate weather and Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) which may impact flight safety.
OR
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree.
OR
LL.M. (if related)
OR
Combination of qualifying education and experience equivalent to the amount required.
Your application must document your experience performing duties associated with the information shown in the duties section of this announcement.
AND
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.
Selective Placement Factor: Applicant must possess one of the following: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate OR an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate. Front and back copies of certificate(s) must be attached to application.
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
See qualifications required.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Supplemental documentation, e.g. transcripts, Veterans' documentation, etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. Documents must be uploaded or emailed to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All documents should reference the announcement number. If you are requesting consideration for Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Targeted Disabilities Appointment, you must provide proof of disability documentation (i.e. Schedule A Letter) that: May be a letter or other documentation on official stationery or letterhead with an official signature. Clearly states that you are eligible for appointment under the PWD/PWTD hiring authority or a Schedule A appointment authority, outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.3102(u). Must indicate that the individual is indeed a person with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability. Does not need to detail specific disability, medical history, or need for accommodation. If your qualifications are based on education, you MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT OF YOUR COLLEGE COURSEWORK BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. 30% or More Disabled Veteran/VRA, see below:
All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Received" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
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AVIATOR compares your skills and experience as described in your application with the requirements of the position.
If you are found to be an eligible, highly-qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
(In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.)
Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it.
If you change your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and your previous application will be considered.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT 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 contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
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