CAREER FIELD ADMINISTRATOR

Clarification from the agency

Area of consideration is limited to current permanent internal Air Force Civilian Employees only.

Duty 1:
Applies expert/extensive and technical knowledge of air traffic control systems to analyze, research, and develop communications procedures, and evaluate plans, goals, and objectives for long-range implementation of assigned AFPC programs. Applies expert and technical knowledge of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) work performed at Radar Approach Control System (RAPCONS) and Tower locations to include combined facilities.

Duty 2: As technical 2152 Career Field Advisor documents GS-2152 traffic count, activity reports and SCPD/CPD planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet AFPC and Air Force level requirements.

Duty 3:
Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as technical and strategic GS-2152 briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with Air Force, Sister Services, FAA, and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to secure cooperation, resolve controversial issues, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

Duty 4:
Represents AFPC in working groups, steering groups, or other meetings, conferences, seminars, etc. May chair such groups or meetings when the meeting is in the incumbent's area of assignment. Hosts meetings with HAF and MAJCOM representatives to discuss/resolve 2152 classification concepts and/or other issues of common interest. Represents AFPC in meetings and conferences with delegates from Air Force, the sister services, FAA, and/or ICAO. Prepares, analyzes, and makes recommendations concerning program criteria, types of positions to be included, functional coverage within assigned occupational groups and exceptions or waivers to existing policiesand procedures.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A SECRET security clearance may be required
• 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
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Knowledge of military, ICAO, Air Traffic Control (ATC) regulations and operating procedures; and working knowledge of fixed and deployable air traffic control equipment and technology is critical to the successful performance of the work.
• Experience or training in writing plans for air traffic control equipment and procedures is desirable to include ATARS, DoD and OPM classification standards and relation to functional work performed.
• At least 10 years of ATC experience and experience in the ATC career field within the last 3 years is highly desired.
• Valid air traffic controller certification is highly recommended.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with OPM, DoD and Air Force level HR, Classification, Air traffic control tactical and strategic control instructions is highly desirable.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive knowledge of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and ATC aviation rules, regulations, equipment and operating procedures to analyze, develop, and evaluate plans, goals, and objectives for long-range implementation of assigned AFFSA and AFPC DP2ZS. Traffic count
programs and specific IFR and VFR operations performed at RAPCON and Towers (ATARS), mastery of all aspects of airspace and air traffic control concepts, methodology, operations, functions and management as they apply to airspace management required in performing the technical and administrative duties of this position and knowledge of test and evaluation methodologies to develop and implement advanced or innovative modifications to standard accepted methods, necessitated by unique limitations and requirements of operational testing.

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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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 a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of FOA level plans and programs described in FAA, DoD, and Air Force publications for conducting major operations such as Agency consistency reviews, SCPD/CPD development, airspace matters, or similar technical air traffic control IFR/VFR operations.

2. Knowledge of FOA program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various FAA, DoD, federal, and international entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations concerning 2152 air traffic control.

3. Knowledge of the application of air traffic control operations and training as it applies to assigned FAA, DoD and Air Force programs which include knowledge in RAPCON and Tower facilities.

4. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies; and preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems and issues of effectiveness and efficiency of air traffic control operations in a FOA, MAJCOM, and Unit level programs.

5. Ability to plan, organize, and lead others in studies or projects and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

7. Ability to explain concepts involving sequence and separating, traffic count categories and complexity factors that are utilized and considered when performing classification reviews. This ability is needed to communicate/explain technical and strategic RAPCON and Tower type of work to HR personnel.

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.

BASIS OF RATING: The assessments for this job will also measure

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) as listed under Qualifications

Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

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. 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 form.
4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, AND a SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from your recent SF-50. 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".
5. 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).

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• 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.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

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