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Air Transportation Operations Specialist

Full Time
$89,054 – $115,766 Per Year
Closing on Dec 26, 2024

Location:
Illinois, Scott AFB
Requires Relocation:
No
Start Date:
12/12/2024
End Date:
26/12/2024
Offering Type:
Permanent
Hiring Paths:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Family of overseas employees Federal employees - Competitive service Federal employees - Excepted service Individuals with disabilities Land & base management Military spouses Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Veterans
Service Type:
Competitive
Travel Percentage:
Occasional travel

About Air Mobility Command

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win…Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values — integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force) EO 12721 Certain Former Overseas Employees EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference National Service (Peace Corps and VISTA) Non-AF DCIPS Interchange Non-Appropriated Fund Non-DoD Transfer Other (Interchange Agreements) People with Disabilities, Schedule A PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement Veterans Employment Opportunities Act Veterans Recruitment Authority

Job summary

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Major duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Major Command (MAJCOM) Airfield Information Analyst for Air Mobility Command (AMC) who manages and directs airfield suitability operations, and who also researches, reviews, gathers, documents and evaluates aeronautical information, and makes updates and recommendations regarding airfield suitability and operating restrictions for AMC aircraft conducting worldwide missions. Accomplishes command airfield suitability assessment and review processes. Manages and operates the command airfield help desk. Controls, updates and manages information and communications vital to Air Mobility Command (At'1C) airfield suitability. Technical advisor to command staff regarding airfield suitability and associated information, restrictions and remarks. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of applicable publications, operating instructions and policy documents required to accomplish command airfield suitability processes.

Qualification

Conditions of Employment Continued: This is a shift work position. During contingency operations and, as required by the supervisor, incumbent may be required to work extended hours. Workload routinely requires night, weekend and holiday hours. Position may require incumbent to be on-call to support worldwide operations and short- notice, high- priority missions. 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, Administrative and Management Positions Transportation Operations Series 2150. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11(or higher) grade level or equivalent pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector) which include in maintaining, retailing, purchasing, or procurement of automotive, rail, air, bus, or other transportation equipment or services, or in the operation of a commercial transportation facility or terminal. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of fleet operations; familiarity with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the use of transportation vehicles; and the maintenance of inventories and cost computations. In addition, specialized experience must demonstrate Knowledge of aircraft performance capabilities and limitations to include instrument approach capability, fuel requirements, gear configuration, runway and taxiway requirements and weight restrictions; Thorough knowledge of AMC mission operations, command organization and the work processes of associated air transportation programs as they are integrated and executed during daily global operations; Thorough knowledge of AMC's databases, planning and/support systems, command and control capabilities and mission planning tools. 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: Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations to meet command requirements and objectives within available resources, and to update the staff of an organization. Knowledge of flight operations, instrument flight rules, Federal Aviation Regulations,. airfield information and restrictions, en route supplements, i.e. runway length, load-bearing capability, pavement condition, lighting, etc. Ability to identify, analyze and translate complex information, evaluate options and make appropriate judgments and decisions and implement results. Knowledge of flying instructions, Flight Information Publications (FLIP) and air transportation directives, plans, regulations, techniques, systems and processes. Knowledge of various computer systems and applications that pertain to transportation operations and those systems required to perform the work. Knowledge of DOD, USAF, AMC, AFCESA, FAA, ICAO and other applicable policies, rules, regulations, instructions, and directives as they pertain to airfield and aircraft operations and capabilities; Skill and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.