This position is in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Deputy Chief Operating Officer of Operations, Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC). As the ATO's centralized command and control element, JATOC helps the ATO effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from, any incident that impacts the National Airspace System (NAS).

Duties

The Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) applies experience and expert knowledge of air traffic control procedures and operations, as well as FAA programs, regulations, and missions. As the Joint Air Traffic Operations Command Specialist (JATOC) collaborates with a highly technical workforce that provides air traffic services. Uses knowledge in identifying and resolving highly complex problems that often cross organizational boundaries and affect the accomplishment of agency objectives. Performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments, such as providing situational awareness and intelligence by interacting with various support organizations to ensure operational interests. Works with management in implementing program initiatives and projects involving the evaluation of proposed program changes to national air traffic policies, procedures, and equipment. The work contributes directly to the accomplishment of air traffic and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) objectives and the efficiency and effectiveness of air traffic operations in the National Airspace System (NAS).

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression assignment. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention.
• Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis.
• CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.
• This position is not covered by PL 92-267 for early retirement purposes, and is therefore, not eligible for "good time" credit.
• Position is ineligible for true time and one half.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS:• Experience in the identification, evaluation, and assessment of aviation policies, procedures, and programs and the ability to identify strategic opportunities and risks for ATO Services. • Experience gained in a terminal or en-route air traffic control facility to evaluate and integrate data derived from air traffic operations reports, such as aviation accident/incident investigations and Operational Performance Reviews.You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.* **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.** Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrates 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.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Federal Aviation Administration HQ Employment Services Branch 800 Independence Ave, SW, Room 523 AHF-110 Washington, DC 20591 US
• Name: Christine McNeil
• Phone: 1 (202) 267-3722
• Email: [email protected]