OPERATIONS SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Must have completed DoD or DoT Basic Air Traffic Control Course In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 grade level in the Federal service which includes knowledge of the laws, regulations and procedures governing the movement of air traffic in a simulated combat environment; knowledge of a wide range of Landing Zone/Drop Zone (LZ/DZ) training, contingency operations and financial planning principles, practices, procedures and regulations applicable to operations readiness responsibilities on a military installation as well as government leased properties; knowledge of the organization, programs, mission and functions of the installation and MAJCOM to plan, schedule and coordinate effective and safe LZ/DZ training for aircrews; knowledge of LZ/DZ range support theories, principles, and doctrine in order to conduct fact-finding and develop source information for resolving problems/issues; knowledge and skill in applying and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies involving the efficiency and effectiveness of LZ/DZ operations; and knowledge and skill of a wide range of assault zone control/support procedures, responsibilities, and equipment, including civil air to ground radio systems, military portable plain text and secure voice radio systems, lighting systems, portable navigational aids, weather limitations, communication requirements, and the ability to identify and report hazards, to facilitate the safety of aircrew and ground personnel conducting assault zone training. OR EDUCATION:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE:
You must submit copies of your college transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of official transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-10 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing the movement of air traffic; must be a graduate of a formal FAA or DoD approved Air Traffic Control course and have obtained a Control Tower Operator (CTO) certificate or have prior experience as a USAF Special Tactics Combat Controller (6 year is highly desired). 2. Knowledge and skill of a wide range of assault zone control/support procedures, responsibilities, and equipment, including civil air to ground radio systems, military portable plain text and secure voice radio systems, lighting systems, portable navigational aids, weather limitations, communication requirements, and the ability to identify and report hazards, to facilitate the safety of aircrew and ground personnel conducting assault zone training. 3. Skill as an assault zone surveyor and able to complete required surveys to current AF standards. Two years of prior assault zone survey experience, within the last four years, is desired. 4. Skill in use of basic computer software (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) to document support activities, and produce reports /briefings. 5. Ability to gather facts, interpret and evaluate data, identify potential problems, offer meaningful recommendations (knowing the impact) and /or resolutions. 6. Ability to communicate effectively orally (quickly, precisely, and distinctly) and in writing; with ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 grade level in the Federal service which includes knowledge of the laws, regulations and procedures governing the movement of air traffic in a simulated combat environment; knowledge of a wide range of Landing Zone/Drop Zone (LZ/DZ) training, contingency operations and financial planning principles, practices, procedures and regulations applicable to operations readiness responsibilities on a military installation as well as government leased properties; knowledge of the organization, programs, mission and functions of the installation and MAJCOM to plan, schedule and coordinate effective and safe LZ/DZ training for aircrews; knowledge of LZ/DZ range support theories, principles, and doctrine in order to conduct fact-finding and develop source information for resolving problems/issues; knowledge and skill in applying and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies involving the efficiency and effectiveness of LZ/DZ operations; and knowledge and skill of a wide range of assault zone control/support procedures, responsibilities, and equipment, including civil air to ground radio systems, military portable plain text and secure voice radio systems, lighting systems, portable navigational aids, weather limitations, communication requirements, and the ability to identify and report hazards, to facilitate the safety of aircrew and ground personnel conducting assault zone training. OR EDUCATION:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE:
You must submit copies of your college transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of official transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-10 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing the movement of air traffic; must be a graduate of a formal FAA or DoD approved Air Traffic Control course and have obtained a Control Tower Operator (CTO) certificate or have prior experience as a USAF Special Tactics Combat Controller (6 year is highly desired). 2. Knowledge and skill of a wide range of assault zone control/support procedures, responsibilities, and equipment, including civil air to ground radio systems, military portable plain text and secure voice radio systems, lighting systems, portable navigational aids, weather limitations, communication requirements, and the ability to identify and report hazards, to facilitate the safety of aircrew and ground personnel conducting assault zone training. 3. Skill as an assault zone surveyor and able to complete required surveys to current AF standards. Two years of prior assault zone survey experience, within the last four years, is desired. 4. Skill in use of basic computer software (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) to document support activities, and produce reports /briefings. 5. Ability to gather facts, interpret and evaluate data, identify potential problems, offer meaningful recommendations (knowing the impact) and /or resolutions. 6. Ability to communicate effectively orally (quickly, precisely, and distinctly) and in writing; with ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. 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.
- Department:
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program - Salary Range:
$58,260 to $75,740 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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