LEAD FLIGHT SERVICES TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTOR)

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: as an Air Reserve Technician (ART), to serve as a work leader for an aircrew of flight services technicians
when in-flight, and as such, to manage and oversee the employees and planned services. In addition, the incumbent administers, schedules, and conducts flight and ground training to develop, upgrade, and evaluate the skills off light services technicians; and performs aircrew flight services duties for the safety and comfort of passengers during aircraft operations. This position is responsible for the overall planning, coordinating and management of services during an assigned mission.

DUTIES:

DUTY 1: Functions as a lead over flight attendants during execution of in-flight missions and as such, as an extension of the Flight Services Technician supervisor. Directs and monitors flight services support, evaluating effectiveness of support as an agent for the ground supervisor and unit commander. Distributes assignments/tasks, monitors activities, reviews work and provides instruction and training to flight services crew members on a range of operating and administrative issues.

DUTY 2: Develops and provides flight attendant upgrade, continuation and proficiency training/instruction to Reserve aircrew members and ART personnel. As a qualified instructor, develops training plans and provides flying and ground training instruction on procedures, techniques, and situations including but not limited to: emergency lifesaving (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, etc.); crash-landing, ditching and anti-hijacking;
emergency evacuations and egress; use of operational directives (i.e., DoD, FAA, etc); menu and food preparation and planning; cost projections for mission(s); communications security; inspection requirements; housekeeping provisions, etc.

DUTY 3: Conducts preflight mission planning/coordination. Determines mission requirements including costs by contacting the staff member representing the traveling parties as well as reviewing available documentation to identify the number and types of meals, special dietary needs or preferences, required customs or immigration documentation, special equipment needs (cameras, secure communications, etc.), desired comfort or entertainment items, and other related areas.

DUTY 4: Accomplishes preflight preparations and inspections. Purchases required foodstuffs and supplies to serve meals and beverages. Prepares, cooks, portions, and packages foods for meals. Ensures rotation of food inventories maintained in flight-line kitchen to prevent spoilage and stores food items in accordance with inventory and sanitation requirements.

DUTY 5: Provides for passenger safety and comfort during aircraft operations and performs limited aspects of communications systems operation. Prepares and checks forms, records and receipts and performs other administrative work in support of the organization. Maintain effective communications and work relationships.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• 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/
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 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.
• AFSC: 1A1X8A

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the FPM 930-71 Recruitment of Air Reserve Technicians through Competitive Examination (ART Agreement)-SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATION POLICY, DATED 6-OCT-2017. No specific length of experience is required. The qualifications of Flight Services Technician in the Air Force are directly related to the completion of prerequisite training rather than years of experience. Applicants for all positions must have logged the minimum number of hours indicated below in the performance of LEAD FLIGHT SERVICES TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTOR) duties.

Applicants must have been qualified as LEAD FLIGHT SERVICES TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTOR) within 8 YEARS of the date of application. Applicants for instructor or examiner positions must be within the past 8 YEARS instructor or examiner qualified in the specific type of aircraft.

NOTE: You must submit an AFTAR 209 or any official flying hour report and any official document that shows date received aviation service aeronautical order. Please upload your documents in the supporting documents section under Other. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING

Flying Hour Requirements LEAD FLIGHT SERVICES TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTOR) GS-2185-09: Must have been awarded or qualify for a CEA AFSC and hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order. Must be currently qualified as Instructor in MDS and have a minimum of 500 Total Military Flight Time.

FEDERALTIME-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-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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 the methods of instruction, aircrew training program requirements, procedures, and standards of performance; and skill to apply this knowledge in planning, developing and executing flight attendant upgrade, continuation and proficiency training/evaluation programs.

Ability to gain required knowledge of food service safety regulations, practices, and procedures through required formal training. Ability to plan and organize for a variety of passengers services. This ability is needed for such activities as menu development, purchase and preparation of food, cooking, cleaning and storage assignments.

Skill in loading, arranging, storing, and unloading supplies and baggage safely so that shifting, falling or damage of any type is prevented.

Knowledge of general clerical procedures and reference sources and forms sufficient to identify foreign clearance and immigration requirement and provide forms for passengers; and prepare various reports such as the manifest and general declarations, etc.

Knowledge of emergency equipment, procedures and egress, life support and passenger requirements.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, ability to work well with others in a team setting. Ability to use and maintain a high degree of tact and courtesy, interacting politely with dignitaries, ranking military officers, senior leaders, and other customers of the flight service. Ability to effectively lead and guide members of a team.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

• This is an ART position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in UTAs. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30percent of total responsibilities.
• May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments. Must take and successfully complete initial required training on food preparation, etiquette/protocol and emergency procedures and equipment.
• Must take the annual food safety course and pass the annual health department test for food safety.
• Must be eligible for and gain Top Secret clearance.
• Will receive some limited training in the communications officer field.
• Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds in order to load and unload luggage and other items.
• Position duties involved recurring bending, stooping, reaching and long periods of standing.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

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.

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members; are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications, please call 1-800-257-1212. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application. A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.

Individuals selected for ART positions must meet both civilian qualifications and uniformed military requirements. In addition to meeting civilian qualifications, applicants must obtain military membership in the Air Force Reserve, wear the uniform, maintain job-specific military specialty requirements, and meet other military qualifications such as age, height, weight, and physical fitness standards. For more information click and speak with an Air Force Reserve Recruiter.

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 program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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.

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.

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.

is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click .

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

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