The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an information controller/capability forecaster within the Air Terminal Operations Center (ATOC), a 24-hour per day, 7 day per week operation. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Functions as an inbound/outbound information controller coordinating operational activities with subordinate work centers for operational continuity. Monitors published sequence of events and maintains surveillance over aerial port activities to ensure efficient, safe and timely execution to meet airlift schedules. Communicates and coordinate with outside agencies for operational effectiveness. Contact representatives from other base functions, departments, agencies, and government contractors to coordinate airlift support requirements. Coordinates traffic activities. Verifies aircraft configurations and fuel loads to meet published requirements. Coordinates all airlift movement activities. Coordinates and plans airlift mission requirements of cargo and passenger movement for special assignment airlift, special operations, contingency, aero medical and training missions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (cont'd)
• (cont'd) Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. (cont'd)
• (cont'd) In Accordance With (IAW), Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
• Required to work uncommon and changing tours of duty to provide 24 hour, 7 day per week coverage.
• Considerable tact, sound judgment and mental stability are requisites to performing duties efficiently, under pressure of heavy workloads, multiple operations, late changing requirements, etc. (cont'd)
• (cont'd) Decisions must be made without hesitation or benefit of complete information. Must draw heavily on experience factors of the aerial port complex.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of aircraft weight and balance, aircraft loading techniques, commercial carrier contractual agreements, and other technical information and data relative to (cont'd)
• (cont'd) receiving, processing, loading and ground servicing of cargo, passengers, and mail on DoD owned/contracted aircraft of various types and configurations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• A pre-employment physical examination will be required.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Transportation Clerk and Assistant Series, 2102. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a body of standardized air transportation regulations, procedures, and operations related to one or more transportation support function to coordinate air terminal operational objectives. Knowledge of air cargo/passenger terminal processes and movement priorities. Knowledge of established air transportation rules, policy, precedence, principles and procedures for the control of aerial port's cargo and passenger movement processes. Requires a basic knowledge, background and technical expertise in air and commercial transportation. Knowledge of cargo, passenger and mail eligibility requirements, priority procedures, handling of dangerous and prohibited cargo, revenue traffic and classification for commercial shipments. Knowledge and skill to coordinate air terminal requirements. Knowledge of one or more automated transportation operating systems associate with cargo and passenger movements, understands error reports and takes corrective actions and generates a variety of recurring reports. Knowledge of frequently used and clearly stated regulations to respond to a range of recurring questions from agency personnel, customers, commercial carriers or others. Requires a working knowledge of the payload capability and loading characteristics of various types of military and civilian cargo/passenger carrying aircraft. 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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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 standard principles of air transportation and the operation of an air terminal with typical mechanized materials handling equipment. Knowledge of air cargo/passenger terminal processes and movement priorities. Skill and ability to communicate effectively with a widely diverse group of individuals within and outside the organization. Ability to comprehend aircraft configurations and apply regulations pertaining to air transportation. Ability to coordinate routine issues with other base agencies, civilian contractor/vendor personnel and other federal agencies. Ability to operate standard computer systems used in the air transportation industry to monitor mission data, schedules of events and cargo/passenger tracking. 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address JBLM - McChord Field 100 Col Joe Jackson Blvd Suite 1006 JBLM - McChord Field, WA 98438 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]