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FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Forces, Europe
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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Flight Management Specialist responsible for planning, analyzing, coordinating, managing, and flight following unconventional and complex USEUCOM/USAFRICOM validated requirements supporting the President, JCS, DoD, and non-DoD agencies on a 24 hour, 365-day basis in the area of responsibility and worldwide.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
07/16/2020 to 07/22/2020
Salary
$66,167 to - $86,021 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
few vacancies in the following location:
Ramstein, Germany
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. PCS cost paid by the gaining unit.
Appointment type
Permanent - Multiple
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Announcement number
9N-AFPC-10865350-968776-RSE
Control number
573465700

Duties

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  • Accomplishes flight planning. Flight-follows missions to completion.
  • Resolves operational issue affecting unconventional and complex mission legs and evaluates the mission impact of delays and/or cancellations.
  • Keeps USAFE-AFAFRICA senior staff apprised of status and developments for assigned missions.
  • Serves as a lead subject matter expert advising senior A34 and USAFE/AFAFRICA staff on a variety of air mobility operational issues.
  • Develops, analyzes, evaluates, and maintains air mobility metrics.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations.
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments.
  • Incumbent will be required to successfully complete initial flight manager training (maintain minimum passing scores) within established timelines prior to assuming unsupervised duties of the position.
  • These actions should be scheduled for accomplishment within 120 days of being hired.
  • Successful completion of recurring proficiency training within established timelines as required by FAA, USAF, and local policy. Evaluations may be written, verbal, or operational demonstration in live or simulated flight manager environments.
  • Flight managers will possess a current, FAA approved dispatcher license or obtain one within uniformly prescribed time limits prior to assuming unsupervised duties of the position.
  • This is a shift work position (which includes weekends and holidays). As required by the supervisor, incumbent may be required to work extended hours.
  • Position may require incumbent to be on-call to support worldwide operations and short-notice, high-priority missions.
  • Familiarization with C-130/KC-135/C-21/C-20/C-37/C-40 aircraft capabilities, performance configuration, limitations, etc., is highly desirable.
  • Current or recent aircrew operations experience is highly desirable.
  • TDY (Temporary Duty) may be required. TDY may require the use of military or commercial transportation.
  • Working knowledge of all applicable flight publications, DoD/AF/AMC/USAFE/AFAFRICA instructions/directives, computer office systems, World Wide Web applications, flight planning documents/systems is highly desired.
  • This position has been designated "Emergency Essential". In the event of a crisis situation or war, the incumbent must continue to perform assigned duties to support mission requirements until relieved by proper authority.
  • Expected to participate in test alerts and practice exercises, to include wearing chemical warfare defense equipment as required. Must sign DD Form 2365, DoD Civilian Employee Overseas Emergency Essential Agreement before assignment to this position.
  • This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.

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 Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Transportation Specialist Series, 2101.

Click here to view: Qualification Standards

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of command and control operations to include the HQAMC TACC, A34, and enroute locations; thorough knowledge of the command organization and the work processes of associated air mobility programs as they are integrated throughout the command at each air base or mission location; thorough knowledge of air mobility directives, regulations, policies and procedures to plan and manage air mobility systems and/or services to satisfy user requirements; broad knowledge of operations, practices, and policies of the command's functional activities to develop, integrate, and coordinate air mobility plans and missions; broad knowledge of the command's air mobility operations, plans, concept, policies, and missions worldwide and status of the world's international political-military relations to ensure adequate force protection. Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA's):

  1. Knowledge of air mobility operations, plans, policies, practices, and procedures.
  2. Knowledge of various factors involved in total flight planning, including the en route mobility system, locations, capabilities, restrictions, and unique limitations; aircrew flying limitations and crew rest requirements; and aircraft systems, performance capabilities, and limitations, air mobility directives, plans, regulations, techniques, systems and processes.
  3. Knowledge of flight operations, instrument flight rules, Federal Aviation Regulations, European and African air traffic control systems, airfield information and restrictions, en route supplements, i.e. runway length, load-bearing capability, type of fuel available, etc.
  4. Knowledge of flying instructions, Flight Information Publications (FLIP) documents and guidelines, worldwide route planning, international airway routes and structure, oceanic routes, controlled and special use airspace, aeronautical charts, airways, flight safety issues, and worldwide diplomatic clearance requirements and procedures.
  5. Skill and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to analyze, develop, and prioritize mission requirements in real-time work environment; ability to calmly and efficiently work under conditions that may be stressful and rapidly changing.
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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information


Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level.

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 SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin (FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities, please visit: https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/FTR%20Bulletin%2018_05%20Relocation%

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Integrity/Honesty
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 meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.

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.

BASIS OF RATING: The assessments for this job will also measure
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) as listed under Qualifications
In order 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.

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.

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

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