Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Evaluates day-to-day airfield operations to ensure safe, efficient and effective use of airfield operations/services. Maintains situational awareness of airfield activities.
• Inspects and/or checks the airfield for flying safety hazards to Include compliance with airfield criteria, aircraft foreign object damage and bird aircraft strike hazards (BASH).
• Responds to aircraft emergencies, accidents, and Incidents on the airfield.
• Functions as the shift leader when designated by the Airfield Manager and is expected to use available resources and make sound judgment and timely decisions.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• 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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• A valid state driver's license, an Airfield driver's license and a SECRET security clearance required.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Position Is a Designated Testing Position subject to random drug testing.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. The work may require irregular hours of work, rotating shifts and rest days, with periods of high stress.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required and work requires incumbent to go outside in all types of weather conditions to inspect the airfield.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 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.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• May be required to participate In Operational Readiness Exercises and Major Accident Response Exercises.
• Position is considered a Key position. (Mission Essential)
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Here.

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study - accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, nautical science, marine affairs, marine engineering, marine transportation, or other fields related to the position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. Creditable general experience is described as: serving as an Airfield Management Shift Lead that evaluates the day-to-day airfield management operations and maintains situational awareness of airfield activities and keeps the Airfield Manager informed of any conditions that may affect the safety of the airfield while providing flight services to the aircrews as requested and provide pilots with a variety of critical information for planning and conducting safe flight as requested.

- Reviews and issues Notices to Airman Bird Watch condition, airfield construction, Navigational Aids status, Aircraft rescue and firefighting capability.
- Conducts ongoing airfield inspections/checks including FOD Inspections, re-opening runway after in-flight emergencies and performing BASH responses.
- Conducts airfield check prior to the start of flight operations with focus on condition of runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield lighting, navigational aids and weather equipment.
- Issues NOTAMs pertaining to airfield hazards, Advises pilots, air traffic control facilities and other on/off base agencies.
- Reviews and processes requests for Prior Permission Required, ensures all are for Official Business Only (OBO) and determines if request will be granted and processed.
- Provides pilots with detailed information critical to flight safety. Reviews flight plans with pilot for accuracy, completeness and for compliance with Air Force rules and directives.
- Responds to aircraft emergencies, accidents, and incidents on the airfield. Determines are needed and they have the authority to close runways and taxiways.
- Communicates with aircrew verbally and in writing, as needed to coordinate flight schedules and keep coworkers and customers informed of changes in status.
NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.
Evaluates airfield operations to ensure safe, efficient, and effective airfield operations.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this role is a highly experienced and proactive Airfield Management Specialist with a proven track record of ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of airfield operations. This individual is a decisive leader, capable of managing a team and making critical decisions in a fast-paced and often high-stress environment. With a comprehensive understanding of airfield regulations and procedures, this candidate is adept at identifying and mitigating risks, coordinating with multiple agencies, and ensuring the seamless flow of air traffic.

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. Practical knowledge of Industry and AF airfield management operations practices, procedures and the established regulations, requirements and techniques related to the airfield management program.
2. Practical knowledge of airfields such as condition of runways, taxiways, aprons, operational status of airfield support facilities (airfield lighting, barriers, navigational aids, etc.) and obstacles that are violations to airfield standards and safety issues that may restrict aircraft operations and issuance of NOTAMs.
3. Practical knowledge and understanding of airfield manuals, instructions and procedures to conduct airfield inspections.
4. Practical knowledge of aerial navigation and aviation techniques, flight operations, flight planning rules, practices and procedures to develop/change flight plans worldwide. Practical knowledge of flight operations, visual and instrument flight rules, FAA regulations, the international airway routes and structure, oceanic routes, controlled and special use airspace, flight characteristics and systems of several types of aircraft (aircraft altitude/airspeed capabilities, aircraft systems malfunctions) knowledge of flight safety, knowledge of exercise and contingency operations.
5. Ability to act decisively in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with military and civilians of all ranks.
6. Ability to operate various communications devices such as radio, desktop computer, intercoms, etc., and knowledge of procedures for message and report preparation and notification procedures.

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.

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.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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 disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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.