THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIR CARGO SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D1965000 and is part of the 106TH RQW, National Guard. This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants. THIS IS AN INDEFINITE POSITION WITH THE POSSIBILITY TO CONVERT TO PERMANENT.

Duties

As an Air Cargo Specialist, WG-5201-10, you will perform a full variety of Air Transportation functions necessary to manage the day-to-day Air Transportation and small air terminal operations including but not limited to, airdrop and airdrop inspections, rigging responsibilities, wing deployment training, passenger and cargo manifesting, Joint Inspection, load planning, determining cargo/passenger eligibility, establishing and maintaining air terminal security, directly responsible for safe and efficient loading/offloading of all DOD-owned and controlled aircraft and ensuring In-transit Visibility (ITV).

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver’s license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• Must obtain appropriate security clearance for the position within one year of appointment.

Qualifications

Military Grades: Enlisted Only GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of equipment and practices associated with the type of work to be done. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience inspecting a variety of airdrop equipment such as parachutes, multi loop lines, extraction transfer force couplings, latch assembly couplings, cable assembly couplings, actuator assembly, release cargo parachute M-1, lanyard arming wire, connector parachute, timer delay assembly, link lower suspension, link assembly single suspension type IV, link assembly heavy duty, link 4 point, parachute release single knife, bracket suspension, and tie down cargo quick release. Performing airdrop inspections after priorities are set, work sequences are determined, and pertinent policy matters have been reviewed. Independently performs assignments at the aircraft where the supervisor is not readily available. Rigging and preparing unilateral airdrop training loads to include type V or other airdrop platforms for airdrops. Performing drop zone control operations as Drop Zone Controller/Safety Officer. Formulating, implementing, and documenting programs to train Wing augmentation in support of Wing air transportation deployment functions to ensure effective and efficient operations of installation deployment processes. Providing sound advice and technical expertise on air transportation issues to the Installation Deployment Officer, all Squadron, Group, and Wing commanders. Ensuring items offered for transport by air meet proper specifications to maximize safety and security of the aircraft, aircrew, cargo and passengers. Monitoring and administrating data systems, within the technical and functional parameters and standards established by USTRANSCOM and in coordination with the Assistant Under Secretary of Defense for Transportation Policy, to integrate DOD transportation information worldwide and provide transportation and In-Transit Visibility (ITV) data for commanders at all levels. Analyzing operational plans, policies, and procedures for air terminal activities and facilities essential to air passenger and cargo movement processes. Controlling all aircraft cargo space allocated to each mission and is responsible for obtaining maximum utilization on each mission. Inspecting cargo received for airlift to verify eligibility and ensures proper documentation, packaging, and marking in accordance with applicable DOD directives. Establishing and maintaining the installation Space Available air travel program. Reviews passenger travel authorizations for validity and accuracy.

Education

Education requirements - Not applicable for this position

Contacts

• Address 106TH RQW FRANCIS S. GABRESKI WESTHAMPTON BEACH, NY 11978 US
• Name: New York HRO
• Email: [email protected]