Summary
The Aviation office provides logistical and aircraft support to various programs throughout the Alaska Region. The incumbent supports the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) mission and programs by operating aircraft in support of a variety of areas (biological, public use, subsistence, etc.).
This position is also open to status candidates under announcement R7-23-12395640-RM-MP. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Open to all U.S. Citizens. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles.
Duties
The Airplane Pilot salary will be based upon duty station and locality pay once selected. Locality tables may be found at: 2024 Pay Tables
A total of one (1) vacancy will be filled in any of the locations listed in Alaska. Additional questions regarding placement should be reserved for the interview process.
As a Airplane Pilot your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- The incumbent will conduct other flying related duties which include: aircraft record keeping; coordination with other Service pilots, the Regional Aviation Manager, Regional Aviation Training Manager and Office of Aircraft Services (OAS); initiation of cyclical and non-scheduled maintenance; refueling and fuel handling; lubrication and cleaning of aircraft; preflight and post-flight activities; weather briefings and flight planning; loading and unloading of aircraft; and de-icing and extensive preparations for winter flights.
- Coordinates with other Airplane Pilots in the Region to ensure logged Regional flight scheduler requests for flight services made by Regional staff and programs and outside interests are fulfilled safely, timely, and efficiently.
- Conducts search and rescue operations.
- Maintains records, including: pilot training records, check ride expiration dates, flight hours, aircraft maintenance needs, aircraft inspection dates, and other information.
- Coordinate or assist in emergency operations, including search and rescue, wildfire management, law enforcement and emergency medical operations; provide support to law enforcement for criminal investigations; plan and coordinate logistical arrangements for field camps; perform resource management projects including wildlife capture and tracking, population counts, vegetation studies, and erosion monitoring; etc.
- Operates outboard motorboats, non-powered boats, four-wheeled all-terrain vehicles, light duty trucks, passenger carrying vehicles, and light and heavy equipment as needed.
A recruitment Incentive may be offered at management's discretion.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
- Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
- Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
- Drug Testing Position: Selectees tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- Driver's License: Selectees MAY be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
- Firearm: Selectees will be required to carry a firearm in the performance of their duties.
- Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. To verify registration, visit SSS.gov.
Qualifications
Only experience and education obtained by 05/23/2024 will be considered.
This vacancy will utilize a multiple step assessment process to determine the qualifications of applicants. The first step will consist of applicants completing an occupational questionnaire related to the major duties and competencies of the position. The second step will consist of applicant resumes being reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel for related position competencies against a pre-determined rating schedule. This process will determine the final rating of the applicant for possible referral to the hiring official for hiring consideration.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum Eligibility Requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions.
Certificates and Ratings:
For all grade levels and specializations, candidates must possess a current Commercial Pilot certificate or the appropriate military rating; both meet the requirement. Candidates must have completed at least 1500 hours of total flight time which includes at least 250 hours of flight time as a Pilot-in-Command; at least 75 hours of night flight flying AND at least 100 hours of flying time within the last 12 months. In addition, must have at least 75 hours of instruments flight time and at least 10 of these hours were logged in actual instrument weather. You must submit the required supporting documentation when applying for this position.
Minimum Qualification GS-12
One year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level Examples of experience may include: experience with flying a fixed-wing Single Engine, or Multi-Aircraft and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the position; maintains records, including: pilot training records, check ride expiration dates, flight hours, aircraft maintenance needs, aircraft inspection dates, and other information; and assist in emergency operations, including search and rescue, wildfire management, law enforcement and emergency medical operations.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and 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.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications outlined above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you meet the qualifications your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. Note: If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications which resulted in you being listed in the highest quality category, you may lose consideration, or be assigned to a lower quality category for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
- Thorough knowledge and skill to safely operate single engine piston fixed-wing aircraft at minimum air speed and low altitudes (less than 500 feet AGL) over unfavorable terrain in remote wilderness areas.
- Skill in takeoff and landing using wheels, skis, or floats on and off airport. Uses aircraft performance, pilot abilities and environmental conditions to ensure safe landing and takeoff.
- Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration, Aircraft Service rules and regulations and the ability to exercise sound judgment to ensure all activities conform to the relevant rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of instrument flying techniques.
- Knowledge and skill in conducting special purpose missions such as low-level fish and wildlife surveys and radio-telemetry aerial tracking of wildlife in mountainous terrain.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The category ratings for this position are: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified
The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).
Required Documents
You must submit a complete application package. We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
- Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number. Additional information on what to include can be found here. Your experience needs to address every required qualification. Note: Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
- Class I or Class II Federal Aviation Administration Medical Certificate.
- Federal Aviation Administration Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot Certificate; OR Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
- Flight Logs Records.
- FAA Instrument Rating Certification
- Optional: Summary of experience as Pilot in Command for the following: Single Engine Piston Aircraft, Float and/or Amphibious Aircraft, Conventional Gear (Tailwheel) Aircraft, Low Level (below 500 feet above ground level) aerial survey flight time.
Additional Documentation, if applicable:
1. Cover Letter
2. Veterans' Preference Documentation: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 2 or 4 showing you were honorably discharged. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference in addition to the proof required by that form (i.e. VA letter). You may not be awarded preference if you do not attach the correct Veteran Documentation as specified above.
3. CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
4. Current and former federal employees - It is recommended that you submit a copy of your SF-50(s) (Notification of Personnel Action) to support your experience. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include appointments/separations, promotions, within-grade increases.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
How to Apply
Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below. The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement. You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents section.
Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
- Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12395639.
- Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
- Applications must be received by 05/23/2024 ,11:59pm ET to receive consideration.
- Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact the Human Resources Office via email at fwshiring@fws.gov.
Next steps
Once you submit all the required documents and the online application in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted by the hiring official.
You will be notified if this job is filled or canceled. Timelines for this process vary widely.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account as we will not be responding to inquiries about the status of applications as long as the system has been updated.
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