Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal) - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

he primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing, planning, and managing the Air Traffic Control Automation Work Center. The position provides management of software support to meet the operating facility for an accurate, reliable, continuously operating facility critical to the safe control of both military and civilian aircraft.

Duties

- Maintains National AirSpace System (NAS) automated ATC systems to ensure the systems are producing an end product acceptable for air traffic control purposes.

- Performs system and security administration functions for ATC automated systems and maintains and modifies local ATC computer databases to conform to local airspace and NAS specifications enhancing system effectiveness.

- Directs movement of aircraft in flight and on the ground as displayed on radar indicator or pilot reported.

- Operates communication and display equipment and provides emergency assistance to aircraft.

- Maintains certification requirements.

- Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A secret security clearance may be required
• Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC specialist certification and maintain same.
• Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a testing designated position. The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• This position may require the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, i.e., Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, etc. Maybe required to work rotating shifts and overtime. Work demands may not allow for regularly scheduled breaks or meal periods.
• May be required to respond to short notice recall to support unscheduled emergency air traffic and/or contingencies/exercises to support the mission.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under USC 2109
• The incumbent or this position must have the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time while controlling aircraft in a dimly lit IFR room and/or tower facility .
• The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical, mental, and medical standards for ATC duties as specified by Code of Federal Regulations 14, Part 67.
• At least 10 years of ATC experience and experience in the ATC career field within the last 3 years and at least 5 years ATC radar controller experience is highly desired.
• This is a Key Position. Incumbents must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are unavailable.
• Must hold PAFSC 1C171, 1C191 or GS-21S2 with automation experience, performed automation duties for at least 3 years, and have one year experience in DAAS/STARS.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR): 2152 - Air Traffic Control 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.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year, or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay system. Specialized experience is issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement. This specialization also requires: Ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; Skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and Judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices. 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.

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 National Airspace Systems (N.AS).

2. Knowledge Of computer systems such as SUN Microstations, Desktop PCS, and similar data processing devices; UNIX, DOS, MS Windows computer applications; and operating systems to include SUN Solaris, MS-DOS, and all versions of MS Windows; and of the local area/wide area network (LAN/WAN) management, computer, and telecommunications systems and components, peripheral devices and various operating systems .

3. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing the conduct of air traffic control operations and the separation of aircraft in terminal radar approach control and control tower operations; and of the functional and operational limitations of all ATC equipment including radar systems, navigational aids, weather indicators, remote status indicators, radios, landlines, recording equipment, ATC simulation systems, and any other equipment pertaining Io ATC services.

4. Knowledge of weather phenomena and localized effects.

5. Ability to communicate effectively (rapidly, clearly, and distinctly) orally and in writing; to act decisively in emergency situations; and to provide appropriate reporting procedures as required.

6. Ability to make rapid and precise judgments in a real-time work situation; and to remain calm under conditions that are stressful to coordinate many different processes at once; and to adjust rapidly to changes in the traffic pattern and tempo of work activity.

Ideal Candidate:

1. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a high-tempo operational environment, coordinate multiple activities, and remain calm while making timely decisions.

2. At least 10 years of air traffic control experience is highly desired.

3. Experience in the air traffic control career field within the last three years is highly desired.

4. At least five years of air traffic control radar controller experience is highly desired.

5. Previous supervisory or leadership experience in an air traffic control environment, particularly an automation work center, is highly desired.

6. Experience integrating air traffic control operational knowledge with automation system administration, troubleshooting, software or adaptation changes, and training simulator support is highly desired.

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.

Additional Information:

The employee must obtain minimum facility ratings within six months of appointment and within prescribed time limits. Recurring training is required to maintain proficiency on the most current air traffic control requirements. This proficiency may be in the of examinations which may be written, verbal, or require operational demonstration in live or simulated air traffic environments. Unless otherwise stipulated, incumbent must obtain certifications within established time limits.

This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382), Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425 (a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e) and 8412(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(e) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith 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

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

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.

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