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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a first-level supervisor, exercising control over and otherwise providing planning, direction, and organization, for 11 non-supervisory Air Traffic Control employees assigned to the 43rd Air Mobility Operations Group (AMOG), Air Traffic Control Tower, Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina. Assists the Air Traffic Manager (ATM) and the Airfield Operations Manager (AOM) as directed. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the 43 Air Mobility Operations Group, Air Traffic Control personnel, ensuring that (functional work area) complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities Represents the 43 Air Mobility Operations Group with a variety of installation and functional area organizations Develops operational support and joint-use agreements between Air Force, Army, FAA, and other local agencies Controls military and civilian aircraft in a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) control tower environment

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
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• "This is a Supervisory Position." A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions
• Must be certified to perform limited weather observations. Must be able to recognize local weather phenomena and localized effects of weather and reporting requirements for weather conditions
• Must meet and maintain medical standards, including a FAA Class II medical certificate, necessary to perform ATC duties
• Must obtain and maintain facility ratings in Pope AAF Control Tower and stay proficient
• Work can at times require long periods of sitting and/or standing while controlling air traffic in a control tower cab; must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs, including those to the control tower cab
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty or perform shift work to support mission requirements, optimum personnel coverage, supervisory coverage, or evaluation requirements
• This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109

Qualifications

This position may be entitled to 5% premium pay as authorized by 5 USC 5546a (a)(1) Guidelines consist of Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Department of Defense, Army, Air Force, and Major Command flight operations. The employee uses initiative and judgment to resolve conflicts in guidelines and develop new methods or propose new policies. Judgment is also required in assessing different hazardous conditions and applying established control procedures or developing new control procedures as situations develop. Many projects are unique, with no existing precedents, and requires initiative by incumbent in determining the best possible solution. The employee analyzes results and implements changes. 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. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. The duties of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve,") This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382. Involuntary Separation for Retirements: 5 USC 8385 and 8425(a). Mandatory Separation: 5 USC 8336€ and 8412€. Immediate Retirement: 5 USC 8339(e) and 8415(d). Computation of annuity). 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, Air Traffic Control Series, 2152. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations. Specialized experience includes issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement; the ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices. 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: Knowledge of operational Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Air Force, Department of Defense (DOD), Air Mobility Command (AMC), and local air traffic control directives, supplements, and instructions. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of Air Traffic Management, Airfield Management, Air Traffic Control Training Standardization Management, Air Traffic Control Terminal Procedures, and the Radar and Weather Systems. MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: The maximum age for original entry into an identified ATC position is 36 years. An individual shall NOT be appointed or assigned to an ATC position if that appointment cannot be completed prior to the last day of the month in which the individual reaches his/her 36th birthday. Applicants over the age limit must meet re-entry or age waiver requirements in accordance with DoDI 1400.25-V331 dated 26 Jan 15, Department of Defense Civilian Personnel Manual, Subchapter 331, Civilian Air Traffic Controllers. Any individual who has reached the mandatory separation age (56) is NOT eligible for employment/reemployment as an ATC (5 U.S.C. 3323(a) (reference (b)). NOTE: ATCs have a mandatory separation age of 56. This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109. This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(3) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity, and 8412(e). RE-ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ATC Specialist in receipt of a refund, of retirement contributions for the years of service covered under special retirement, will not receive service credit towards the 20 years required to retire under special retirement coverage, unless the redeposit is paid in full prior to date of retirement. REQUIREMENTS: Air traffic control specialists in all specializations must possess or obtain, within uniformly applicable time limits, the facility ratings required for full performance at the facility where the position is located. Applicants must possess or obtain a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower Operator Certificate, if appropriate. These certificates require demonstrating knowledge of basic meteorology, basic air navigation, standard air traffic control and communications procedures, the types and uses of air navigation aids, and regulations governing air traffic. Medical Requirements: In general, air traffic control specialist applicants and employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of these positions without risk to themselves or others. The provision of sufficient information about physical capacity for employment requires that before appointment, applicants undergo appropriate pre-employment physical/medical evaluations. 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.

Contacts

• Address Pope Field 374 Maynard Street Pope Field, NC 28308 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]