FLIGHT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Clarification from the agency

Area of Consideration 1: Current Title 5 and Title 32 permanent or indefinite employees of the Guam Army National Guard. Area of Consideration 2: All other applicants/areas.

1. Conducts preflight pilot briefings in accordance with National Guard regulations and directives. Briefs pilots on mission, aircraft and flight plan. Briefs and provides pilots with information on mission restrictions; on-route navigational facilities and equipment, hazards and terrain; weather forecasts; notices to airmen (NOTAMS) and deviations to flight plans when required. Is responsible for assuring pilot and crew are qualified in aircraft to be flown and for type of mission to be performed. Is responsible for completion of risk analysis projection. Determines when flight requires higher level approving authority. As flight approving official, signs briefing documents upon completion of mission preflight briefings. Makes recommendations to pilot-in-charge when flights should not be attempted. Conducts post mission debriefs. Provides flight following services for all local and maintenance test flights. Responsible for direct voice communication with aviators in flight to transmit and receive information such as flight plan changes, weather advisories, NOTAMs, other aeronautical information and data affecting safety of flight.

2. Processes extended and local clearances, including examination for conformance with flight rules and regulations. Processes, clears and transmits flight plans and flight progress messages to appropriate agencies (FSS, ACT tower, ARTCC) which may require use of service B equipment. Responsible for initiating search and rescue for overdue aircraft and implementing the crash rescue plan in the event of an aircraft accident.

3. Prepares, maintains and files records, charts, graphs, and reports allied to flight operations and flight training activities such as aircraft utilization reports, aircrew information reports, individual flight records, notice to airmen (NOTAM) file and airfield data. Compiles and summarizes reports for analysis through the use of a computer system and peripheral equipment. Maintains and accounts for aircrew training records, medical recommendations, aeronautical orders, physiological training, and aviation service data. Maintains arrival and dispatch records for inbound and outbound aircraft. Schedules and dispatches assigned aircraft and aircrews. Serves as the Synthetic Flight Training System (SFTS) coordinator by scheduling and providing necessary administrative support for aviator training.

4. Maintains current file of aircraft flying regulations and navigational information such as radio facility carts, instrument approach procedure charts, aeronautical charts, Airman's Information Manual (AIM), airport directory, location identifiers, ATC procedures manual and Army Flight Information Publications.

5. Supervises on-the-job training of unit flight operations personnel performing equivalent training or accomplishing a split unit training assembly at the facility.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This position is subject to the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES:
Enlisted: E3 - E5

COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 15P

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07). Specialized experience includes experience interpreting and applying regulations, directives, policies, and procedures related to aviation or flight operations; preparing, reviewing, processing, and maintaining flight plans, flight clearances, and aviation records; providing or coordinating flight information such as weather data, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), airfield information, navigational aids, and flight restrictions; monitoring and coordinating aircraft movements and flight schedules; and using automated systems to maintain, retrieve, compile, and report flight operations information.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
1. Knowledge of aviation flight operations policies, regulations, directives, and procedures sufficient to support aircraft flight operations and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
2. Knowledge of flight planning and mission coordination procedures, including flight plans, clearances, weather information, NOTAMs, airfield information, navigational aids, and flight restrictions.
3. Ability to coordinate and monitor aircraft operations, including aircraft scheduling, flight following, flight progress, arrivals and departures, and communication with aircrews and supporting agencies.
4. Ability to prepare, maintain, and analyze aviation records, reports, and operational data, including flight records, airfield information, training records, and other documentation supporting flight operations.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to provide flight information and briefings, coordinate with pilots, aircrews, air traffic control and other agencies, and prepare accurate flight operations documentation.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing: (MANDATORY)
   • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
   • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name and job title.
   • Hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment
   • Pay Plan, Occupational Series, and Grade (if applicable)
   • Duties performed.
   • Note: Resume are limited to two (2) pages. Only the first two pages of the submitted resume will be reviewed and considered for qualification and rating purposes.
2. OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment. (MANDATORY)
3. Current Soldier Talent Profile dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
4. Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
5. Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
6. Transcripts, if applicable. College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education.
7. Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable.
8. SF-50 (Current or Former Federal Employees), if applicable.
9. DD 214-Member copy, if applicable.

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