Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal) - Direct Hire Authority Job in Valparaiso, FL

Vacancy No. AFTC-12684563-JEJ-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $124,531.00 to $190,424.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/6/2025 Close Date 2/20/2025
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Locations:
Valparaiso, FL


Summary

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In this position you will plan, organize and direct activities of civilian Air Traffic Control Specialists to comply with legal and regulatory requirements to meet customer needs. You will oversee complex air traffic operations, including the direction of aircraft in a multi-faceted airspace system.

Duties

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  • Plan, organize, and direct the activities of civilian Air Traffic Control Specialists, ensuring that the Eglin Radar Control Facility (ERCF) complies with legal and regulatory requirements to meet customer needs.
  • Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.
  • Represent the Airfield Operations Flight, Eglin Radar Control Facility (ERCF) with a variety of installation and functional area organizations on civil and SUA airspace matters.
  • Direct movement of aircraft utilizing a complex range of air traffic control knowledge performing difficult and multifaceted duties in the Eglin Radar Control Facility (ERCF), joint use commercial airport.
  • Eglin Mission Controller (EMC). Direct and control special use airspace, encompasses both land and water ranges while minimizing impact to the FAA NAS.
  • Operate communication and display equipment and provides emergency assistance to aircraft.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelors degree in Aerospace or Military Function is required. Masters degree is highly desired.
  • Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC specialist certification and maintain same.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment flight physical.
  • Must complete all training requirements within facility prescribed time limits to obtain and maintain a full facility rating in facility of assignment.
  • Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109.
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  • The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical, mental, and medical standards for ATC duties as specified by the OPM qualification standard for GS-2152.
  • The position may require the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions. Title Determination: Supervisory Grading Guide with DoD guidance, dated Sep 93; PCS for Air Traffic Control series, GS-2152, TS-31, dated Jun 78;
  • PCS General Introduction, Background and Instruction, Section, G, I and J, Jan 90; and OPM Classification Decision for Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal), GS-2152 positions dated Sep 92.
  • This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation;
  • 5 USC 8336(e) and 8412(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(e) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity.

Qualifications

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Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR): Click the link for full experience, education, medical and psychiatric requirements.

Applicants MUST meet minimum qualification requirements on the basis of experience, education, or one of the alternate provisions described below.

Specialized Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations.

For Terminal Positions: Issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement. This specialization also requires:

  • Ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure;
  • Skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and
  • Judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices.
Manage special use airspace encompassing military operating areas, restricted zones, and controlled firing areas to support high-interest DOD and NATO operations. Coordinates diverse mission activities, ensures compliance with scheduling requirements, and resolves issues affecting airspace integrity. Oversees emergency actions, system outages, and NOTAM coordination, providing expert guidance to ensure uninterrupted service and mission success. Balances technical expertise, leadership, and operational efficiency to sustain safe and seamless air traffic operations across a dynamic and challenging environment.

Desired Skills:
  • Ability to effectively work independently and with a team.
  • At least 10 years ATC radar controller experience is highly desired.
  • At least 10 years of ATC experience and experience in the ATC career field within the last 3 years is highly desired.
  • Previous Eglin Radar Control Facility experience in the last 10 years is highly desired.

Education

Education

For GS-5 Positions: A full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree meets the requirements for GS-5.

For GS-7 Positions: Superior academic achievement at the baccalaureate level or 1 full year of graduate study meets the requirements for GS-7.

Maximum Entry Age

Under the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 3307, a maximum entry age has been established for Terminal and Center positions.

Test Requirements

Applicants for competitive appointment and in-service placement to all positions in this series at GS-7 and below must pass a written test. A written test may also be required for positions above GS-7.

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Disabled veteran leave 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 here.

Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:
Paid Time Off:

  • 11 Federal Holidays off per year
  • Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
  • 13 sick days per year (104 hours)
Retirement:
  • Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
  • 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching
Health & Wellness:
  • Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance
Work/Life Balance:
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)
Career Development:
  • Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
  • Career enhancement and promotion opportunities
Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.
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Required Documents

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
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