THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FLIGHT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0671000 and is part of the NE AASF 1, National Guard.
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FLIGHT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0671000 and is part of the NE AASF 1, National Guard.
Announcement is Open until Filled; First review will be 20 NOV 2026, with a review every 7 days thereafter if needed.
Nebraska National Guard Area 1, 2 and 3 applicants.
As a FLIGHT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, GS-2102-8, duties include:
1. Conducts preflight pilot briefings in accordance with National
Guard regulations and directives. Briefs pilots on mission, aircraft
and flight plan. Briefs and provides pilots with information on
mission restrictions; on-route navigational facilities and equipment,
hazards and terrain; weather forecasts; notices to airmen (NOTAMS) and
deviations to flight plans when required. Is responsible for assuring
pilot and crew are qualified in aircraft to be flown and for type of
mission to be performed. Is responsible for completion of risk
analysis projection. Determines when flight requires higher level
approving authority. As flight approving official, signs briefing
documents upon completion of mission preflight briefings. Makes
recommendations to pilot-in-charge when flights should not be
attempted. Conducts post mission debriefs. Provides flight following
services for all local and maintenance test flights. Responsible for
direct voice communication with aviators in flight to transmit and
receive information such as flight plan changes, weather advisories,
NOTAMs, other aeronautical information and data affecting safety of
flight.
2. Processes extended and local clearances, including examination
for conformance with flight rules and regulations. Processes, clears
and transmits flight plans and flight progress messages to appropriate
agencies (FSS, ACT tower, ARTCC) which may require use of service B
equipment. Responsible for initiating search and rescue for overdue
aircraft and implementing the crash rescue plan in the event of an
aircraft accident.
3. Prepares, maintains and files records, charts, graphs, and
reports allied to flight operations and flight training activities such
as aircraft utilization reports, aircrew information reports,
individual flight records, notice to airmen (NOTAM) file and airfield
data. Compiles and summarizes reports for analysis through the use of
a computer system and peripheral equipment. Maintains and accounts for
aircrew training records, medical recommendations, aeronautical orders,
physiological training, and aviation service data. Maintains arrival
and dispatch records for inbound and outbound aircraft. Schedules and
dispatches assigned aircraft and aircrews. Serves as the Synthetic
Flight Training System (SFTS) coordinator by scheduling and providing
necessary administrative support for aviator training.
4. Maintains current file of aircraft flying regulations and
navigational information such as radio facility carts, instrument
approach procedure charts, aeronautical charts, Airman's Information
Manual (AIM), airport directory, location identifiers, ATC procedures
manual and Army Flight Information Publications.
5. Supervises on-the-job training of unit flight operations
personnel performing equivalent training or accomplishing a split unit
training assembly at the facility.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in the Nebraska Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform daily. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-7458.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 and 3
DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard.
AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard.
AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard.
AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire.
Military Grades: Maximum: E8/CW2; Minimum: E2/WO1; Military Grade inversion within the full time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised.
Compatibility will be followed in accordance with 32 USC 709(b) and 10 USC 10216. Compatibility requirements must be met prior to appointment to the position.
Security Clearance/Background Check requirements:
In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work.
Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency.
Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume.
Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - Please send all inquires to ng.ne.nearng.mbx.persec@army.mil
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying basic rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of a transportation program. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-08:1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training arranging and interpreting directives and regulations governing transportation of personnel, cargo, or freight. Experience applying directives and regulations governing transportation of personnel, cargo, or freight. Experience verifying legal entitlements or official authorizations for travel, securing from carriers guides and timetables, information regarding schedules, fares, and availability of space accommodations. Experience planning and organizing the work of others.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience. If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing:
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link:
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.
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Once your online application is submitted; you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official in the following order:
1. Fully qualified Area 1 applicants
2. Fully qualified Area 2 applicants
3. Fully qualified Area 3 applicants
The initial cut-off date for first consideration is 11:59 pm, CST, 20 NOV 2026; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review. Applications received after this date will be given consideration only if there is a need for further review. If further reviews are required, they will occur weekly or until a certificate of eligibles is exhausted.
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