The Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders.

Duties

This position is located within the Department of Interior (DOI), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of Aviation Services (OAS), Alaska Region Office (ARO), Aviation Safety Compliance Division located in Anchorage, AK. Through inspection and surveillance of ongoing aircraft operations, as well as contacts with user bureaus and the aircraft industry in general, the employee performs maintenance safety inspections and surveillance of aircraft and equipment used in a wide range of missions with authority to issue/withdraw authorization cards for mission specific applications and provides technical support and advisory services for direct mission support activities. At the full performance level (GS-13) the major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following: Lead or conduct surveillance and inspections of diverse types of fixed wing pilots to ensure safety compliance with contract requirements and OAS policy, Federal Aviation Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other Federal regulations. Conducts initial general inspections of a contractor's facility. Evaluate the contractor's operations and/or maintenance quality control procedures. Verify that all applicable FAA approvals have been obtained and are documented for the aircraft and for any modifications to such aircraft. Independently approve/disapprove contractor pilots used in Government missions. When approved, issues a card authorizing use of the pilot in all requirements. When disapproved, provides a list of deficiencies and performs re-inspections as needed. Provide OAS management and bureau partners with expert technical guidance and advice in the development, implementation, and resolution of a wide range of flight management and/or aviation maintenance issues related to safety, operational practices, potential contractor capability, contract modifications, policy and procedure development, and special use operations for both DOI fleet and contracted fixed wing pilots and/or aircraft. For DOI owned (fleet) aircraft, provide expert guidance and advisory services in the development and technical evaluation of proposed modifications to assure compliance with safety standards and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification requirements. Work with Bureau/Office personnel to study, evaluate and determine mission aviation requirements, types and numbers of equipment needed to support the program as well as their operational requirements for new and expanding aviation programs. Act as a liaison and/or representative of DOI OAS to coordinate standards with governmental agencies outside of DOI and with appropriate aviation industry groups with whom DOI has interagency or cooperative agreements. Independently conduct periodic scheduled and unscheduled inspections to determine the contractor's continued compliance with the requirements of the contract. The inspector may unilaterally terminate authorization cards for any pilot, aircraft, or ancillary equipment if in their professional judgment the contract requirements were not met, or safety deficiencies were found. Prepares a written report of findings and recommendations. Salary Range Information: GS-12: $93,367-$121,378 per annum. GS-13: $111,026-$144,331 per annum. First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. Requirements: Travel - 50% or less, on average annually -- The travel requirement is generally higher from January through June and may require 10 or more nights per month. Travel is significantly less July through December. Position is subject to medical requirements and incumbent must maintain medical requirements. This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and is subject to future drug testing. The Office of the Secretary has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. This position is included in a bargaining unit. The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE), Local 3820, is the exclusive representative of all employees in this bargaining unit. You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. NOTE : A recruitment incentive may be authorized at the discretion of the bureau. This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available. This vacancy is also announced as OS-6054-24-ETA-005(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the (1)General Requirements, (2)Medical Requirements, (3)General Aviation Requirements, and (4)Specialized Experience for the grade to which you are applying. (1) General Requirements for All Positions: 1. Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years; 2. Valid State driver's license; 3. Fluency in the English language; 4. No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and 5. High school diploma or equivalent. (2) Medical Requirements for All Positions: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements: Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain; Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft. In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of aircraft must: Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) regulations; Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA. (3) General Aviation Operations Requirements: In addition to the above, applicants must also possess the general aviation operations minimum qualification requirements: **You are required to submit proof of the certificates and ratings with your initial application. Failure to provide documentation may result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings. Must have given a minimum of 200 hours of flight instruction in an aircraft. Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a flight check to Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating; Possession of Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating. Minimum of 100 flight hours within the last 3 years. Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours. Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings. Not more than 2 flying accidents in the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved. Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate. (4) Specialized Experience GS-12 Specialized Experience To qualify for the GS-12, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: (MUST MEET ALL) 1) instructing and evaluating pilots; 2) serving as a consultant and/or subject matter expert use of aviation in the natural resource environment; 3) providing advice and recommendations to management on new aviation policies, procedures, or challenges. GS-13 Specialized Experience To qualify for the GS-13, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: (MUST MEET ALL) 1) instructing and evaluating pilots; 2) serving as a consultant and/or subject matter expert use of aviation in the natural resource environment; 3) providing advice and recommendations to management on new aviation policies, procedures, or challenges; 4) instructing aerodynamics and principles of flight, meteorology, and the effects in mountainous terrain. Note: You are required to provide documentation in your resume that you meet all of the requirements outlined above and experience claimed in your application. Failure to provide support in your resume that you meet the requirements outlined above and claimed experience may result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Driver's License: You will be required to operate a government motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid U.S. driver's license. **You are required to submit proof of the driver's license with your initial application. Failure to provide documentation may result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Physical Demands: Must possess and renew at least a Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate on an annual basis. Employee is required to climb tall ladders to inspect aircraft, load and unload aircraft by lifting heavy objects often times greater than 50 pounds and exposure to long hours in loud, confined spaces. Work also requires extensive overnight domestic and international travel. Typical DOI natural resource missions require exposure to substantial hazards, including occasional operations that require waivers and exemptions from the FAA. Working Conditions: Position requires long periods of work confined to a desk with numerous contacts to be made by telephone, interpretative review of significant amounts of manually written technical data and constant scheduling and rescheduling of work activities. Position also requires exposure to high risks: Operating low level over inhospitable terrain, in adverse weather day and night and flying in and around the wildland fire environment. Personal protective equipment is required. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Office of the Secretary 45600 Woodland Road Sterling, VA 20166 US
• Name: HR Assistant
• Phone: 703-787-1446
• Email: [email protected]