AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST

Summary

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Duties

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

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 navigation, airspace management and air traffic control systems Expert knowledge of US and foreign terminal instrument 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 Comprehensive knowledge of National Imagery and Mapping Agency (NIMA) Aeronautical Information Publication Libraries and ability to extract required data from all associated source reference materials Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to prepare and present guidance using tact and diplomacy during interaction with US and foreign aviation authorities; skill using various computer software and various applications ranging from Air Force TERPS (AFTERPS) to Microsoft office products 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.