AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-2150, Transportation Operation Series. 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 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of general experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. General experience that provided a general knowledge and understanding of traffic or transportation programs or operations. assisting with aircraft flight characteristics and configuration which allows for appropriate response to an in-flight or ground emergency and the ability to act decisively so appropriate response actions can be initiated; basic experience performing, directing and balancing a range of preflight, in-flight and airfield duties; working experience assisting with being responsible for airfield operations to include assisting aircrews, furnishing preflight, enroute and post flight information, ensuring safe ground and air movement of aircraft, and providing related services and advisories. 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. OR EDUCATION: A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree 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 copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: You must have equivalent combinations of successfully completed post high school and experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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 DoD, USAF, FAA, and ICAO rules, laws, regulations, instructions, and directives as they pertain to airfield planning, aircraft operations and for the safe conduct of flights within the national airspace system and overseas. 2. Knowledge of DoD, FAA, and ICAO flight planning requirements which together with flight computations, permits technical review and AISR computer acceptance of proposed flight plans or flight plan changes. 3. Knowledge of weather and its effect on flying operations including forecast weather that could threaten safe aircraft operations, life or property. 4. Knowledge or air traffic control local procedures, routes, capabilities/limitations of navigational aids, terrain topography, airspace restrictions, and items used in the air traffic control system to preclude pilot misunderstanding or airspace violations. 5. Knowledge of airfield conditions and safety factors which provide a basis for imposing restrictions to aircraft operations and issuance of NOTAMs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Walking, standing, and/or climbing will be required approximately three (3) hours per 8-hour workday. Occasional lifting of objects weighing 15-44 pounds may be required. THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL. WORK ENVIRONMENT Standing/sitting for extended periods of time. Work requires incumbent to go outside in all types of weather conditions to inspect the airfield. Operates under the guidance of the AMOM who provides guidance in terms of broad objectives and priorities. The AMOM or other operational supervisor assigns work providing overall priorities and the employee independently plans and carries out the assignments, selecting the approaches and methods to be used in solving problems encountered. Performs AFMAN 13-204v2 Airfield Management Operations Coordinator (AMOC)/Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL)/Airfield Management Training Manager (AMTM) or other 1C7X1 civilian equivalent duties as assigned/directed. Business Management 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. This position has been designated as Key/Emergency Essential. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent, or designated alternate, must continue to perform the Key/E-E duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent or the designated alternate may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of a Key/E-E position and requires that the incumbent, or the designated alternate, be removed from military recall status.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, AIR OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, NH-2150-2, is to provide direct support to air crew as an integral part of the air traffic control system for planning and conducting a safe flight.