RANGE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Duties

• Serves as an 18 OSS Range Operations Specialist. Responsible for managing the real-time execution of the Joint Okinawa Training Range Complex (JOTRC) Airspace and Range Management Facility Operations.
• Performs Airspace and Range Management Facility Control Operations.
• Real-Time Airspace and Range Scheduling Specialist. Responsible for the real-time execution of all JOTRC activities.
• Conducts Schedule Quality Reviews. Reviews the Data Collection and Scheduling Tool (DCAST) products for timelinessand accuracy.
• Oversees Operational Coordination with 18th Wing Command Post, 623rd Air Control Squadron, Joint Service andHost-Nation Directional Control Centers.

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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• 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 (cont'd)
• (cont'd) by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, i.e., Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, etc. May be required rotating shifts and overtime. May be required to respond to short notice recall (cont'd)
• (cont'd) to support unscheduled emergency air traffic and/or contingencies/exercises to support the mission.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• 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 (cont'd)
• (cont'd) full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
• This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be (cont'd)
• (cont'd) removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
• Must complete all training requirements within facility prescribed time limits to obtain and maintain a full performance level facility rating in facility of assignment.
• The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical, mental, and medical standards for duties as specified by the OPM qualification standard.
• This position is a TERM position and NOT TO EXCEED 28 September 2028.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued:

• Must have training Range and Airspace operations experience; at least 3-years is highly desired.
• The position may require the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions. The incumbent of this position must have the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time while controlling aircraft in a dimly lit IFR radar control room.

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 Series 0301.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of technical procedures and requirements related to aviation activities for the installation in order to assess compliance with Federal Aviation Administration, and Host Nation policies and decision of record findings; knowledge of air traffic control laws, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to airspace and range management; knowledge of the National Environmental policy Act and requirements to environmentally assess various federal actions such as establishment of new special use airspace, military training routes, restricted area airspace and air refueling tracks; knowledge of MAJCOM program goals and objectives and methods of evaluating the worth of airspace program accomplishments; knowledge of and experience with the laws, regulations, and processes pertaining to encroachment issues. Historical knowledge of installation flying training mission. Duties require ability to guide interdisciplinary installation teams and groups and the public with varying scientific, political, cultural, and economic perspectives to develop recommendation and information regarding encroachment and air space; comprehensive knowledge of the JOTRC scheduling processes, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; extensive knowledge of air, ground, and maritime spaces, to include the capabilities and limitation of airspace, ranges, operational resources, and range safety requirements; an intensive working knowledge of the Data Collection and Scheduling Tool (DCAST) software scheduling tool; recent knowledge of Airspace and Range Management regulations and policies as well as mature judgement, thoroughness, tact, and communication skills in order to function under the complexity of diverse interests, objectives, and unforeseen problems/issues; knowledge of customer issues, plans, and program goals in order to effectively implement accurate real-time scheduling procedures to reduce any delays in test/training requirements; general knowledge of USAF, USMC, USN, and USA training policies and procedures; comprehensive knowledge of and experience in FAA Air Traffic Control procedures, and in the operations and scheduling of aircraft, special use airspace and ATC controlled airspace, ranges, and data collection systems in order to provide for the maximum utilization of range resources.

OR
EDUCATION: I have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. if related. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.

OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.

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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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:

In-depth knowledge of the of training Ranges and Airspace scheduling processes, practices, procedures, policies, standards and operational requirements.

Comprehensive knowledge and application of the Data Collection and Scheduling Tool (DCAST) system.

Extensive knowledge of airspace, ground, and maritime space management programs, to include the capabilities and limitations of airspace, ranges, test resources and range safety requirements.

Ability to understand, interpret, and enforce DoD, USAF, USN, INDOPACOM, PACAF regulations, bilateral agreements, and policies associated with major range facilities.

Ability to resolve resource conflicts and to ensure asmooth flow for overall scheduling and operation of training rangesand airspace.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to identify, direct, or coordinate actions required in providing needed service.

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

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program.

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.

Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. NOTE: Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

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.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

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