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NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
LOCATION: NGLA-SAC-AA (AASF#1), TANGIPAHOA PARISH, HAMMOND, LA
This position is located in the Training Operations Branch of an Army National Guard Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF). The position is responsible for providing instruction, evaluation and examination of rated pilots, instructor pilots and aero scout observers in flying techniques and methods of instruction, examination and evaluation. Instruction involves basic and advanced techniques for flying aircraft using instruments.
Open Areas of Consideration: 1
DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1 = Warrant Officer members of the Louisiana National Guard.
NOTICE: THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES ALL EMPLOYERS TO VERIFY THE IDENTITY AND EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF ALL PERSONS HIRED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.
Learn more about this agency03/17/2017 to 04/06/2017
$85,816 - $111,560 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
LA 1927879
465816300
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Plans and implements flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM). Adjusts course material to meet individual needs. For a substantial portion of the time (at least 20x1, performs one or more of the following: a) trains, instructs and evaluates pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instrument flight techniques; b) instructs pilots in methods of instruction and evaluates instructor pilots proficiency to engage in flight instruction; cl instructs pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters or heavy multi-engine advanced transport helicopters. Conducts training flights involving operating an aircraft through reference to instruments and use of automatic direction finding equipment such as omni-directional radials, ground control approach and instrument landing systems on and off Federal airways. Conducts refresher, mission and continuation combat training in advanced attack helicopters involving aggressor and defensive maneuvers and aerial gunnery practice with heavy ordinance and/or trains and instructs pilots in the operation of heavy multi-engine transport helicopters to transport equipment and personnel in combat situations. Trains pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations. Provides instruction in emergency procedures such as loss of propulsion, directional control or related systems. Performs flights in all-weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices. Prepares and presents related classroom instruction. Recommends whether pilots remain in flight status.
(2) Conducts refresher, mission and continuation training in light fixed wing or utility and observer helicopters. Trains pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the pilot's unit mission. Conducts training flights involving a substantial degree of hazard such as training helicopter pilots in advanced flight techniques required in combat situations, tactical flying at night in all weather conditions and with the use of night vision devices, flight maneuvers which take advantage of the terrain, low level flight, short field takeoffs and landings, flying in formation, evasive maneuvers and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems OV~F hazardous terrain. Performs routine operational flight assignments. Transports passengers including dignitaries to and from a variety of different points as required. Performs maintenance test flights of aircraft following repair of maintenance.
(3) Performs other duties as assigned.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must maintain an appropriate level of security clearance.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is optimum. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools. Should have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least Thirty-Six (36) months of experience, education, or training in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation. Experienced in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information. Experienced in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings. Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments. Experienced in performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance. Competent in conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks. Experienced in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders. Knowledge is required in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures. Experienced in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies, regulations, and directives which provided the candidate with the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below.
KSA's:
I: Knowledge of Aircraft Operators Manual, Aircrew Training Manual, AR 95 and Federal Aviation Regulations.
II: Knowledge in aircraft forms and records.
III: Knowledge of Tactical Operations (TACOPS).
IV: Skill in flying aircraft during day and night, over all kinds of terrain and in any weather.
V: Ability to serve as pilot or co-pilot on various missions involving training, operational and/or administrative flights.
VI: Ability to plan exercises or mission operations and design routes and procedures for training exercises.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
· Must have at least 500 hours of military flight time.
· Must be qualified as a command pilot in UH-60 and/or UH-72 series helicopter.
· Must be a qualified instructor pilot in a UH-60 and/or UH-72, or must successfully complete the UH60 and/or UH-72 Instructor Pilot Course within one year from the selection date.
· Must be qualified TACOPS or must successfully complete the TACOPS course within 1 year of selection date.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee must also be in a compatible military assignment (MOS/AFSC) prior to or within one year of placement.
Compatible Military Grades & Assignments:
· WARRANT: OBR 15;
*** LOUISIANA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS Acceptance of this position may result in the loss of contracted incentive(s). For further details, contact the LANG State Incentive Manager at (504) 278-8116 ***
1. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
2. Please do not send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the National Guard Human Resources Office. You must apply on-line or fax your application to the fax number listed in this announcement with the prescribed Cover Letter. The Human Resources Office can only process materials received through USAJOBS.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
For this job announcement the following documents are required:
*PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE DURING BUSINESS HOURS OF 0700-1730, TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY AT (504) 278-8737/8748/8767 TO VERIFY RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT.
To submit the documents requested follow the instructions below: Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510.pdf
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.
Option A: Applying Online
Tips for using the Online
Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire:
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You
must click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package when
you are done. Your Online
Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire is not processed and your resume is
not attached until you click the Submit My Answers button, even if
USAJOBS says it sent your resume.
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You
can upload or fax supporting documents after you Submit the Online
Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire.
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To
receive consideration, you must complete the entire process and submit the complete
application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date -- TAG:Closing Date.
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It
is your responsibility to ensure that your responses and appropriate
documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
· To make sure everything you submitted is successfully received and to verify your application is complete, follow these steps: Log into your USAJOBS account using the following link: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. Click on Application Status and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Please Note: Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Verify that all of your documents appear on the Details page with a status of Processed.
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You
can save your work and come back later. Just click both Save and Logout. To return to an incomplete application, log
into your USAJOBS account and select Application Status. Choose the vacancy, and click Update
Application in the vacancy announcement.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS
account or your application will be incomplete.
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If you submit more than one Qualifications
Assessment Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one Submitted is the one that is used.
Therefore, it is important for you to complete it in its entirety.
Option B: Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and
track the status of your application. NOTE:
If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the
paper application (OPM Form 1203-FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses
and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s), please follow steps 1 and 2 below:
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf, and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is TAG:Vacancy ID.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your
materials. The complete application
package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on TAG:Closing Date to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the
event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax, please follow steps 1, 2, and 3 below:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire TAG:Link to Full Questionnaire.
2. Print the OPM Form 1203-FX; follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf .
3. Fax the completed OPM Form 1203-FX, along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission. Note: Do not include a fax cover sheet with the OPM Form 1203-FX. This will cause your application to not process.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a reveiw of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Instructions for completing the OPM 1203-FX:
If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
TAG:Questionnaire
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/465816300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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