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Air Traffic Control Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Eastern Region, ATO, Eastern Service Area, New York District District, Philadelphia Tower (PHL)
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Summary

Serves as a Air Traffic Control Specialist at a Level 11 Tower and Approach Control Facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022
Salary
$137,971 to - $186,263 per year

Salary range cited above includes a locality rate of 26.04%. FAA employee pay rate with locality pay is capped by law at $199,300.

Pay scale & grade
AT KH
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Many vacancies
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required - The job does not require any travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (Current Federal Employee) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
AEA-ATO-21-RCM-73308
Control number
606295600

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Clarification from the agency

ATO-Wide - Open to current permanent FAA employees

Duties

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Serves as a Radar Controller at a Level 11 Tower and Approach Control Facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. A Level 11 radar approach control is characterized by a traffic density measure of 100 or more instrument operations per hour. Incumbent projects a positive, cooperative attitude towards system users and operators.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
  • APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE THROUGH AVIATOR

Qualifications

Basic qualifications for Certified Professional Controller (CPC) positions in the terminal and en route options:

Specialized Experience Required for CPC Positions: Must have been facility rated or area certified in an ATO terminal/en route facility.

Rating and Evaluation Criteria: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, candidates will be rated in accordance with the instructions on FAA Form 3330-43-1 (dated 6/00), Rating of Air Traffic Experience for AT Movement.

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Additional information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirements

The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Interview Policy: If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed.

Position is covered under P.L. 92-297 for early retirement purposes.

Requirement for Physical Certificate: The person selected for this position must maintain medical clearance.

Requirement for Security Clearance: Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirement.

Effective dates for selections will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding, PHL Return Rights and Priority Release dated May 13, 2021. Employees that transfer and do not achieve full certification, other than those that have an approved hardship with an available vacancy, will be transferred back to their prior facility and will not be processed in accordance with the EMP1.14a.



This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by NATCA: Air Traffic - Center & Terminal.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA

How you will be evaluated

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



IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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