Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal)
- Location:
- Texas, Fort Cavazos
- Requires Relocation:
- No
- Start Date:
- 10/12/2024
- End Date:
- 19/12/2024
- Offering Type:
- Term
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- Occasional travel
About United States Army Installation Management Command
Looking to make a difference? Join our team! Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army’s primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force. AMC is one of the Army’s largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army’s global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC’s missions are wide ranging and critical. AMC’s workforce is at the core of the command’s support to the Warfighter. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a culture that puts people first, we have an extensive array of career paths available. Join today and be the power behind ensuring the best equipped and sustained fighting force in the world. Applicants may visit the Applicant Inquiry – CHRA Portal (army.mil) link if they have questions when applying for positions through USAJOBS. To submit an applicant inquiry, please visit: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq&validate=true
Job summary
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce. SRC Coverage: This position is a Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. For more information follow this link: https://acpol2.army.mil/chra_dodea/ATC_SRC.pdf
Major duties
Perform radar approach control duties in all radar and non-radar positions. Utilize more than (20) instrument approach procedures and numerous specialized vectors and procedures to sequence/ separate airborne aircraft into/out of the terminal area. Operate radar and communications equipment to assure proper alignment, usability, and satisfactory status for control of air traffic. Responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of aircraft traffic in the Robert Gray Tower area of responsibility, Airport Traffic Area. Serve as a flight following controller in Cavazos Radio. Duties include flight following, staff advisories, weather warnings, range information, and safety advisories.
Qualification
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. Specialized Experience to Qualify for the GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes making weather observations used to control air traffic; making determinations involving the order of departures and arrivals of aircraft in a terminal and/or establishing and maintaining radio or visual contact with aircraft. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). Specialized Experience to Qualify for the GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes directing the movement of aircraft in flight and on runways/taxiway; controlling takeoff and landing of a variety of military and/or civilian aircraft utilizing a radar approach control facility. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Certifications: In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must possess and continue to maintain a valid Control Tower Operator Certificate or FAA/DOD Credentialing and a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate or FAA/DOD Approach Control credentialing. (Note: In order to receive consideration for this position you MUST submit a copy of your Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) and Control Tower Operator certification.)
Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.