AIRFIELD OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To function as the Airfield Operations Specialist for 432 OSS, 432 OG, Creech AFB, NV. Incumbent will ensure safe efficient and effective airfield environment, provide leadership, continuity and support for DOD exercise, test, and transient flying operations.

• Serves as the Airfield Operations Specialist for ISA-FAF
• Develops, directs and manages the airfield and associated infrastructure to support flying operations IAW DOD, USAF and FAA guidance.
• Directs, assists and ensures aircrews information and services to accomplish operational activities related to airfield management and flight planning.
• Serves a team leader, ensure complete logistics planning and project support for specific test or exercise activities.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• 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 posn 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
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Position is subject to varying shifts; overtime may be required.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• 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.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI 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.
• This is a centrally managed position in the Operations Career Field.
• "This is a Supervisory Position." A 1 year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.

Qualifications

This is a Key Position. 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 CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve".

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, Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301.

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: Requires comprehensive understanding of 13A-PAF activities Key person in establishing policy and objectives in administrative and technical management areas and making decisions regarding the day-to-day operations of ISATAF airfield and 1 1 million acres of the Nevada Test and Training Range Must Articulate mission duties and requirements to over 300 military, civilian and contractors to meet test and training requirements, logistics, safety and environmental concerns. Knowledge in production control, quality control property administration, facilities management and program scheduling is required for mission success. Ability to determine logistical means to execute projects within established financial and/or time constraints is required Expert knowledge of a wide range of federal agency airfield management and flight planning principles practices, procedures and instructions applicable to the full range of airfield management responsibilities on a military installation Knowledge of the procedures related to flight planning, airspace structures, weather and its effects on the flying operations and airfield conditions and how they safe fight operational. Ability to analyze a wide range of complex airfield data, synthesize into meaningful information and develop attainable recommended solutions. Overall knowledge of physical security procedures, standards and practices is required

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 and skill in the application of Air Force rated aviator (e g Pilot Navigator) expertise as it applies to assigned programs. Knowledge of DoD USAF and FAA rules, laws, regulations, instructions and directives as they pertain to airfield standards of traffic control and aircraft characteristics
• Familiarity of civil engineering instructions (32 series) and FAA guidance on airfield support requirements with the ability to make appropriate judgements and evaluate options in terms of consequences for airfield deficiencies. Knowledge of the procedures related to flight pian handing, routing airspace and the relationship and coordination between flight service and adjacent components of the air traffic system
• Familiarity of design features, performance characteristics, capabilities and limitations of various types of aircraft. Basic knowledge of weather and its effect on flying operations including forecast weather that could threaten aircraft movements, or property. Ability to identify, analyze and translate complex information into common terms. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written communications
• Skills in preparing reports, organizing and giving briefings, conducting detailed analyses of logistics functions, work processes and workloads concerning logistics. Knowledge of programmed and physical security standards to advise program managers on proper range practices.Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices and procedures, including the ability to meet emergency, changing programs or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quality or quantity of work, and the ability to establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement.
• 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.

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.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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