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FLIGHT OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Force Academy
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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the senior technician, directing, controlling, and monitoring the work of lower graded personnel responsible for the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS).

Overview

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Open & closing dates
11/15/2024 to 11/21/2024
Salary
$50,246 to - $65,321 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 7
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Air Force Academy, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
7
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
6W-AFPC-12610817-554549-JLD
Control number
819130500

Duties

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  • Directs the activities of squadron aviation resources management (SARM) personnel.
  • Squadron scheduler.
  • Monitors the operation of the squadron aviation resource management (SARM to ensure operations are in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
  • Maintains and updates aviation resource management system (ARMS)/ Flight resource Management System (FRMS).
  • Maintains squadron duty desk. Operates squadron duty desk and performs a variety of administrative duties.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • May occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station and travel on military and/or commercial aircraft. Overtime may be required.
  • May be required to perform other duties in support of extended mission requirements based on the scope of the mission during times of conflict or staffing shortages.
  • May have additional duties assigned.
  • May be require to perform duties in support of the READY program including performing escort duties, ID checks, and other duties as required.
  • Experience in the Host and/or Squadron Aviation Resource Management Field in an Air Force environment for 6 of the recent 8 years is highly desirable.
  • May be required to participate in contingency situations, real world and exercises, as directed.
  • May be required to work other than normal duty hours and tours of duty such as rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, call back, uncommon tours of duty, etc.
  • Overtime as flying schedule/mission dictates may be a common occurrence.
  • Will be required to be trained on TIMS when implementation is executed.

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-6, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the operations functions and policies as they relate to aviation resource management (ARM), aircrew training requirements and the operations of a flying training squadron; knowledge of and skill in applying instructions, directives and regulations affecting ARM operations work such as distribution and accountability of flight authorizations, pre and post flying operation duties, flight schedules, operating/navigating ARMS data system operating procedures, file structure, interface requirements and oracle browsers and preparation, processing and auditing of associated documentation; provide recurring processing reports; knowledge of computer equipment and various administrative software programs for office administration and security procedures for classified documents.

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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of, and skill in applying, instructions, directives, and regulations affecting Aviation Resource Management operations work such as distribution and accountability of flight authorizations, pre- and post-flying operation duties, flight schedules, operations/navigating ARMS data system operating procedures, file structure, interface requirements and oracle browsers, and preparation, processing and auditing of associated documentation (e.g., AFTO Form 781).

2. Knowledge of, and ability to implement procedures for safeguarding classified information and databases, computer security procedures, etc.

3. Knowledge and experience in using advanced functions of office automation software (e.g. word processing, spread sheet, etc). A qualified typist is not required.

4. Ability to effectively communicate orally and legible in writing; ability to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.

5. Ability to analyze transactions and records and to interpret directives governing assigned area.

6. Demonstrated ability to work in a high operations tempo atmosphere.

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 and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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.

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How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

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.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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