Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

DUTY 1: Develops and provides technical Special Mission Aviation upgrade and proficiency training and instruction to Active Duty, Reserve aircrew members and ART personnel.

DUTY 2: Directly assists the aircraft pilot in the operation of the aircraft by performing as the sole aircrew technician. Accomplishes a wide variety of primary aircrew preflight, in-flight and post-flight duties, including Bold Face Emergency procedures.

DUTY 3: Accomplishes a wide variety of pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight special mission aviator duties required by the nature of the aircraft assigned and/or the aircraft's specialized mission.

DUTY 4: Standardization/Evaluation/Mission Planning/Staff Work. Administers no-notice and annual evaluations to evaluate aircrew members' performance during all phases of mission execution.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• 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
• This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing
• May be required to travel in military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments
• Must remain proficient in the principles of instruction and demonstrate good judgment, patience, tact, and a desire to instruct.
• Must maintain instructor qualification and demonstrate the highest degree of technical competency in the theory of flight, aerodynamics and aircraft systems operation
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Superior Quals= Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Periodically, as prescribed by regulations, must take and pass written and in-flight standardization/evaluation examinations to include random no-notice evaluations
• As prescribed by regulation, may be required to carry and use a concealed weapon while performing aircrew related duties to provide resource protection of high-risk weapons, cryptographic equipment and aircraft anti-jacking
• Exposed to the hazards associated with aircraft flight including but not limited to: gravity forces up to one and one-half while wearing 30- 50lb survival vest, working in strained or cramped position as well as exposure to inclement weather...
• May be required to maintain flight examiner qualification.
• Required to maintain proficiency in the use of firearms
• 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.
• Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment cont...

This is an Air Reserve Technician (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 unit training assemblies. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.

Additionally, exposed to extreme hazards induced from operating aircraft in an actual or simulated tactical environment, which may include, but not limited to, combat aircrew training sorties, aggressive maneuvers, low level flights, formation flights, airdrops, maximum
effort takeoffs, maximum effort landings, overwater operations flown at low altitude for extended periods and unpressurized operations at high altitude or other related scenarios. The position requires good judgment, patience, tact, and a desire to instruct. May perform maintenance or act as team chief in leading and directing others in the accomplishment of maintenance when operating in remote environments.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the FPM 930-71 Recruitment of Air Reserve Technicians through Competitive Examination (ART Agreement). No specific length of experience is required. The qualifications of loadmasters 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 Aircraft Loadmaster duties. Applicants must have been awarded or qualify for a CEAAFSC and hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order within 8 YEARS of the date of application. Must be currently within the past 8 YEARS qualified as Instructor in MDS and have a minimum of 500 hours Total Military Flight Time, C-17. (NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION OF ATAFR Form 209)

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-10 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:

1. Knowledge of systems and equipment associated with the cargo function, including operation of doors, loading
ramps, cargo winches and assigned passenger/cargo compartment systems, such as oxygen, lighting, interphone,
auxiliary power unit, crew or passenger required items, and emergency procedures, evacuation routes and use of
survival equipment.

2. Knowledge of the theory of weight and balance; shoring and restraint calculations, the use of charts and graphs
and the skill to apply weight and balance factors in preparing load plans which will provide the optimum center of
gravity for the aircraft; mathematics (algebra, geometry and calculus); cargo systems/ equipment, load planning,
current flying directives, and applicable publications; border clearance requirements and forms; hazardous cargo
handling and placement procedures; life support and passenger requirements; and egress /survival procedures.

3. Skill to direct crews in loading according to weight and balance factors, cargo destination, emergency jettison
plans, and use of rigging extraction systems for aerial delivery mission.

4. 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 unit training/evaluation
programs.

5. Knowledge of a wide variety of systems to include aircraft mounted weapons systems and components critical to
the performance of the aircraft and the skill to perform pre-flight checks and inspections.

6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to prepare lessons, documents and reports, present
training/instruction, and brief passengers and crews. Ability to think clearly and analytically in a high stress environment.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: When job announcements indicate PCS costs are authorized, overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and any applicable Federal Overseas Regulations.

Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval).

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
4. Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD-Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD-Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15.
5. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
6. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

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