This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/582878200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Due to the Pandemic, and individual states with different phases of reopening, the selectee’s report date to the official duty station/facility may be delayed until such time as employees are allowed to report to the workplace. The person selected may telework up to the maximum extent possible, up to and including full time, until it is safe to relocate.
Learn more about this agency10/28/2020 to 03/31/2021
$121,434 - $188,160 per year
Salary includes special pilot pay of 32%
FV K
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Yes— - Permanent Change of Station (PCS) - U.S. Citizens: A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service and student trainees; and a fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid to employees with status.
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
NA
Yes
Yes
AAC-ATO-21-AJF1100-69789
582878200
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Also open to those eligible for 30% or More Disabled, and PWD/PWTD (VRA is not applicable at this grade).
Serves as Aviation Safety Training Program Manager responsible for the direction and oversight of two contracts responsible for the flight currency and checking of FAA aviation safety inspectors and Aircraft Certification pilots who are enrolled in the agency’s flight program. Oversees the contractor-operated pilot school and administrative contract for FAA aircraft, which operates in compliance with 14 CFR Part 91/135 or 141 as applicable. Monitors the contract activities for the aviation safety training mission. Ensures flight operations are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the contracts and in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and directives, agency policies, manuals, and technical documents. Audits instructor programs for turbo prop, light twin and rotorcraft refresher courses; pre-employment check pilot evaluations; formal course instruction; and event based currency (EBC) by providing performance oversight to contract EBC Instructor Pilots. Serves as course instructor for Turboprop refresher courses.
Audits flight operations and mission standardization programs, and quality assurance activities. Creates and revises technical publications (e.g. aircraft checklists, pilot training programs, ground schools). Oversees aviation training device operations and reviews training courseware, and quality assurance programs in support of currency and proficiency services. Provides responsive and effective customer service, communication, decision-making, and team building in order to actively promote cooperation and teamwork. Manages budget and requests additional resources, as needed. Contributes to the budget planning process and projects short-term future needs. May be called upon to assist in the development of new policies and procedures.
Managerial duties include; setting priorities, assigning tasks, approving leave and taking or recommending corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate. Determines performance standards and evaluates work performance of employees. Ensures the qualification and currency of crewmembers (e.g. medical, evaluations, and training). Resolves team personnel complaints; recommends/approves expenses for overtime, equipment, and personnel within the facility. Identifies ways to improve production and increase the quality of work directed. Communicates and reinforces EEO policies and programs and ensures flight operations/staff employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner. Makes decisions on work problems presented by employees and/or managers.
Typically applies advanced technical knowledge of flight instruction regulations, techniques, procedures, requirements, safety and the interrelatedness of these components in order to monitor, manage, and provide feedback to the contractor, contracting personnel, and training Aviation Safety customers and leaders concerning the following technical training components; (1) course curriculum and manuals; (2) aircraft and avionics equipment; (3) simulator training, platform certification, and subsequent aircraft specific training; and (4) professional instructor development, and additional feedback loop processes.
Contacts are primarily within Flight Program Operations and the FAA/ATO with subordinates, peers, higher-level managers, and through frequent interaction with AVS customers, as well as other industry operators to garner training program best-practices, to discuss status of projects/programs, and to share information. In some areas, may also have frequent contact with customers to explain policies, procedures or for other project/program purposes.
The incumbent shall maintain a Class I Medical Certificate; possess a U.S. Airline Transport Pilot Certificate; a Flight instructor certificate and must participate in the FAA Flight Program as an active pilot flight crewmember.
Complete OPM Qualifications Standard for the Aircraft Operation Series, 2181, available at:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2100/aircraft-operation-series-2181/
Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Minimum eligibility requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions.
Certificates and Ratings: All applicants will possess an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and possess an Flight Instructor Credential. In addition, all applicants must possess either a valid first or second-class medical certificate. *Selected candidates must obtain a first class medical certificate prior to appointment.*
TOTAL FLIGHT TIME - 1500 Hours Flight time as a pilot in command or copilot in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement. For inservice placement actions, up to one-fourth of the total flight hours may be waived for candidates who have demonstrated possession of the knowledge and skills needed to perform the work, provided: 1) applicant holds the required certificates and ratings; 2) applicant has acquired the pilot-in-command hours and flight hours in other categories essential to performance of the work; 3) applicant meets the requirements in terms of level and quality of experience; and 4) applicant's flying history indicates they are qualified for the position.
PILOT-IN-COMMAND TIME - 250 Hours Only flight hours acquired as pilot-in-command are creditable.
NIGHT FLYING TIME - 75 Hours For inservice placement actions, 25 hours may be waived if the applicant demonstrates the ability to perform the work.
FLYING TIME, LAST 12 MONTHS - 100 Hours For inservice placement actions, up to one-half of the flight hours may be waived provided the applicants total background reflects the ability to perform the duties of the position safely. NOTE: Flight time in a FAA approved level C or D full flight simulator is creditable towards meeting the recency of flight experience. If applicable, applicant must document time in the Airplane PIC or SIC blocks of the Total in Last 12 Months section of the FAA Form 3330-47-3.
MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE TIME - 500 Hours Experience may have been in either light or heavy multi-engine airplanes.
INSTRUMENT TIME - 75 Hours At least 10 of the required hours must have been logged in actual instrument weather. The balance may have been acquired in a flight simulator or as other types of instrument flight time; e.g., hood instrument.
FLIGHT CHECK - A pre-employment flight test may be required, except for previous FG-2181, who have flown under Flight Program Operations Air Operator Certificate within the last 24 months.
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TO QUALIFY AT THE FV-K (FG/GS 15) level, you must demonstrate in your application you possess at least one year of Specialized Experience equivalent to FV-J (FG/GS 14) level. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized experience may include but not limited to: analyzing pilot skills and assessing suitability to hold a pilot certificate and/or credentials, managing a pilot training program and applying comprehensive technical knowledge of the aviation industry; general principles of aviation safety, statutes, regulations, directives and policies governing a flight program; directing the design, planning, and implementation of training program-based business strategies and goals; experience in organizing training and designing the educational curriculum in an aviation environment.
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SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Candidate must hold an airline transport pilot certificate AND a flight instructor certificate AND documented experience managing a training program regulated under 14 CFR parts 141 or 142.
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QUALITY RANKING FACTOR: Well qualified applicants will document experience as a designated pilot examiner or 14 CFR 141 Pilot School Chief Flight Instructor.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Applicants should include specialized experience in their Work History.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA.
See Qualifications Required
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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.
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.
NOTES:
1) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.
3) This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check with Inquiry (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.
4) Must submit FAA Form 3330-47-3, airline transport pilot certificate, and a flight instructor certificate.
5) Applicants must upload or email copy of Second or First Class Medical Certificate by the closing date of the announcement (See Required Documents). Selected candidates MUST obtain a First Class Medical Certificate prior to appointment.
6) Selected candidates will be required to sign an agreement of Pass/Fail policy and Up or Out policy for placement in the positions.
7) Salary will be set in accordance OPM Special Rate Tables for 2181-series employees: https://apps.opm.gov/SpecialRates/2020/Table076401012020.aspx.
8) TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF EMAILED DOCUMENTS, PLEASE CALL BRANDI EASON AT .405-954-7949
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.
Notification of Personnel Action (Current SF-50), Documentation, e.g. transcripts will be accepted in combination with your on-line application and must be uploaded or submitted to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
The following three documents are REQUIRED to verify qualifications for this occupation:
1) FAA Form 3330-47-3 [10/98], "Supplemental Qualifications Statement for 1825 and 2181 Series";
2) Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
3) Flight Instructor Certificate
3) Medical Certificate (Valid first or Second Class Medical Certificate)
Failure to submit documents WILL result in loss of consideration.
All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Received" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
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AVIATOR compares your skills and experience as described in your application with the requirements of the position.
If you are found to be an eligible, highly-qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
(In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.)
Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it.
If you change your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and your previous application will be considered.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/582878200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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