This National Guard position is for an AIR OPERATIONS OFFICER (PILOT/NAVIGATOR), Position Description Number NGD0307000 and is part of 114 FW OPS GP. This is a permanent, Title 32, Dual-Status position.
AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
- All members of the South Dakota Air National Guard or those eligible to become a member.
**Note: This position is open concurrently as AGR. Only one position will be filled.**
Summary
This National Guard position is for an AIR OPERATIONS OFFICER (PILOT/NAVIGATOR), Position Description Number NGD0307000 and is part of 114 FW OPS GP. This is a permanent, Title 32, Dual-Status position.
AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
- All members of the South Dakota Air National Guard or those eligible to become a member.
**Note: This position is open concurrently as AGR. Only one position will be filled.**
As an AIR OPERATIONS OFFICER (PILOT/NAVIGATOR), GS-2101-14, you will:
This position is located at unit level In the Air Operations program at selected Military Airlift Command (MAC) and Strategic Air Command (SAC) gained flying units in the Air National Guard (ANG). Its paramount purpose is to plan, organize and supervise all unit flying operations programs required by Air Force, Major Command, and ANG regulations. In addition to supervisory responsibility, this position is a rated aircrew member on flying status involved in the piloting or navigation of unit-equipped (UE) aircraft.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position within one year of appointment.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period.
Qualifications
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service 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 service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Lt Col promotable up to Col are eligible to apply. Selected individual must be assigned to a compatible military position in the following AFSC upon date of hire: AFSC P010C0W. Aptitude scores can be checked on the vMPF or at the Customer Service in the Force Support Squadron and physical profile in the medical squadron. Military grade inversion within the full-time work force is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of personnel supervised.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training routine and non-routine preflight, in-flight, post-flight, ground or command and control (C2) duties according to specific transportation functions. Receives, interprets, extracts, and disseminates relevant data for mission planning or execution. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs): Applicants must have 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the following KSAs and are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training.
Skill to provide leadership and management of a combat flying unit.
Knowledge of manpower, equipment and training in peacetime, in preparation to perform the wartime mission.
Skill to oversee unit flight and ground training of assigned/attached flying personnel.
Knowledge of the organization and its mission.
Education
NA
Additional information
BENEFITS:
The federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees which may include Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Annual Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program. For additional information about current federal benefits visit web site http://www.opm.gov
MILITARY BENEFITS:
Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position over 180 days will result in suspension or termination of these military incentives. It is the applicant's responsibility to contact the South Dakota National Guard Education Services Office for more information regarding military enlistment, retention and student loan repayment incentives.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT:
The South Dakota National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and cannot discriminate against an employee or applicant with respect to the terms, conditions or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (includes gender or sexual harassment), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy), marital status or political affiliation. Applicants or employees may contact the South Dakota National Guard Equal Employment Office at 605-737-6635 if they believe they have been the victim of unlawful discrimination.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
EVALUATION METHODS:
Each applicant considered to possess the minimum qualification requirements will be further evaluated in accordance with the procedures outlined in SDNG Technician Pamphlet 335-T and subsequent MOAs.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
1. To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Your resume (2-page limit) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. YOUR RESUME MUST HAVE COMPLETE INFORMATION. Timeframes of experience in Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) will be addressed within the resume (including frequency, e.g., generated metric statistics daily, weekly, monthly, etc.). Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. Please include applicable military assignments in the same format stated above. In describing your experience, as it applies to the position you are applying for, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.
2. Other supporting documents:
a. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the KSAs and how they relate to work experience, education or training.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
SD 114 FW OPERATIONS GROUP
1201 WEST ALGONQUIN STREET
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57104-0264
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicant reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews. Once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of decision.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Your resume (2-page limit) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. YOUR RESUME MUST HAVE COMPLETE INFORMATION. Timeframes of experience in Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) will be addressed within the resume (including frequency, e.g., generated metric statistics daily, weekly, monthly, etc.). Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. Please include applicable military assignments in the same format stated above. In describing your experience, as it applies to the position you are applying for, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.
2. Other supporting documents:
a. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the KSAs and how they relate to work experience, education or training.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
SD 114 FW OPERATIONS GROUP
1201 WEST ALGONQUIN STREET
SIOUX FALLS, SD 57104-0264
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicant reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews. Once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of decision.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
