Clarification from the agency

Area B: In-State Washington Air National Guard Military Members of the 141 ARW/AMXS Area C: In-Service Permanent or Indefinite Washington Air National Guard Technicians of the 141 ARW/AMXS

A WS-8801-14, AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR:

• Plans the overall allocation of personnel, funding and equipment resources to the organizational segments supervised to accomplish work operations which, because of their scope, volume, complexity, operational tempo, and total force integration must be planned on an annual or longer basis.
• Because of the Total Force Mission integration with the USAF, keeps unit assigned Air National Guard mission aircraft in combat ready status and able to be fully integrated with USAF aircraft and missions upon activation and regular contingency operations, in addition to daily training and support missions.
• Plans work on an annual or multiyear basis, to include: aircraft and aircraft system modifications (Time Change Technical Orders), maintenance equipment and facilities update and modernization, deployment and mobility planning, human resources and financial forecasting, recurring Air Force mandated inspection requirements, mission and weapons systems changes, contingency planning relating to carrying out the military mission of the wing, and the development of policies and procedures in the accomplishment of the work.
• Analyzes work plans developed by subordinate supervisors for accomplishment of assigned directives.
• Determines status of work accomplished in relation to future demands, including unanticipated or emergency requirements mandating reallocation of resources as required.
• Provides higher level management and/or leadership information on status of work projects, budget estimates, changes in equipment, facilities, techniques etc. for mission planning purposes.
• Evaluates potential impact of improved technologies on existing programs and practices and recommends proposed changes to cognizant authority.
• Participates fully with higher level management and staff organizations in interpreting changing environmental requirements to include work techniques, specification changes, standard improvements, modifications to organizational structures, mission alignments and changes, equipment modernization, facility requirements and improved workflow processes.
• Functions as an integral member of unit's planning process, serving as the responsible technical resource for a maintenance division.
• Coordinates and directs the work of units supervised.
• Assigns and explains work requirements to subordinate supervisors and sets deadlines.
• Balances workload for subordinate work groups.
• Promotes economical and efficient work operations.
• Analyzes production, cost and personnel utilization records and makes adjustment in operations to correct problems.
• Prepares and/or provides inputs to operating instructions and initiates work plans to be followed by subordinate workers in accomplishing critical or emergency work projects.
• Spot checks work operations to assure production and quality standards are achieved.
• Coordinates work operations with other organizations and functions.
• Encourages employees to achieve management goals.
• Recommends promotion or reassignment of subordinate supervisors and reviews personnel actions prepared by them. Makes formal appraisal of supervisors' work performance and reviews employee appraisals submitted by them.
• Determines long range and supervisory training needs for all levels of subordinates developing resource options, justifications and methods to accomplish training. Uses various management tools and computer technologies to ensure effective control of work activities. Chairs production meetings to set priorities in accomplishing the scheduled maintenance plan.
• Promotes and administers such programs as cost reduction, incentive awards, suggestions and quality assurance.
• Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed.
• Assures that subordinate supervisors carry out such programs as labor management and equal opportunity.
• Schedules and approves leave.
• Ensures that position descriptions are accurate and that position management principles are followed.
• Assures that appropriate production reports and administrative records are maintained.
• Acts on personnel problems referred by subordinate supervisors.
• Hears and resolves grievances and ensures proper corrective action is taken.
• Implements safety regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises, and Operations Other Than War (OOTW).
• May be required to perform such additional duties as structural firefighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: SMSgt (E8) - CMSgt (E9)

Compatible Military Assignments: 2AXXX or 2RXXX

- Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the AFSC to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain AFSC within 1 year of appointment action.

- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

- Must maintain membership in the WA Air National Guard for continued employment.

- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

- Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

- The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, must have at least 36 months experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

How you will be evaluated

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. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and a determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, as well as the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

• Knowledge in valuating subordinate supervisors or leaders and serving as the reviewing official on evaluations of non-supervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors.
• Ability making or approving selections for subordinate non-supervisory positions.
• Ability to provide general instructions for the accomplishment of assigned work operations within the limits of policies and basic production schedules set by management officials.
• Ability to determine long range and supervisory training needs for all levels of subordinates developing resource options, justifications and methods to accomplish training.
• Ability to assure that appropriate production reports and administrative records are maintained.