Duties

As a Lead Airfield Operations Specialist (Title 5), GS-2150-11, you will perform the below duties:

1. Incumbent processes flight plans, conducting necessary research and/or queries in the coordination of scheduled flights. Conducts briefings to communicate information required by aviators, including status of navigational aids (NAVAIDs), Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), weather information, bird and wildlife conditions, alerts and advisories, airfield/runway conditions and closures, construction hazards, closed areas, and other pertinent known traffic and airfield conditions. Utilizes military flight data telecommunications system to receive and transmit flight information between worldwide U.S. military base operations, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), FSS and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Monitors radio navigational aids, maintains flight plan information for all aircraft movement, consisting of inbound, outbound, and local flights. Receives inbound information and forwards to air traffic control and other personnel, as necessary. Provides detailed assistance to student pilots and pilots of private, foreign, and contract aircraft in planning route of flight, preparation of flight plans/flight computations, and obtaining a clearance to fly in controlled airspace. Recommends alternate routes or other flight plan changes, as required.
2. Assists the Airfield Operations Officer in the research and evaluation of airfield data, specific to airfield facilities, construction plans for the airfield, and changes/modifications to airfield construction projects and/or priority adjustments. Compiles data and conducts analysis to facilitate and continually improve airfield operations, to include information and management channels, programs, and devices. Coordinates with community activities and tenant units to resolve conflicts or issues that surface. Assists in the review of reports, airfield policies, and aviation operations, alerting Airfield Operations Officer to inconsistencies and potential airfield operational issues.
3. Participates in the scheduling of airfield activities with tenant and transient unit commands, requiring use of the airfield. Processes and approves/disapproves prior permission requirements (PPR), civil aircraft landing permits (CALPs), and Army aircraft landing authorization numbers (AALAN). As required, determines minimum liability insurance requirements and determines mission validity. Coordinates for Customs, Immigration, Homeland Security, and other inspections. Arranges appropriate priority for distinguished visitors (DV), passenger and crew transportation, and special security requirements for airfield arrivals and departures. Coordinates aircraft parking, hangering, passenger pick-up and delivery, and after-hours passenger manifesting. Provides publications and navigational charts, regulations and blank forms for aircrew use. Posts and maintains flight information publications (FLIPs), used for flight planning purposes, and ensures that such publications are current. Utilizes automated systems to originate, transmit, file, and maintain NOTAMS, with respect to the operation of the facility; maintains file of all other NOTAMS received and originated by other facilities.
4. Performs daily airfield inspections/checks for conditions, physical security, and force protection to ensure a safe airfield environment. Conducts inspections of runways, taxiways, aprons for discrepancies, foreign object debris, runway safety/clear zone violations, runway incursions, flightline driving program compliance, runway surface conditions, security, bird/wildlife hazards, construction activities, pavement conditions, and other items that pose a significant adverse effect to safe aircraft operations. Documents inspection findings and notifies appropriate agencies to resolve hazards or issues. Operates a government-owned-vehicle in the course of airfield inspections.
5. Lead Duties: Articulate and communicate to the team the assignment, project, problem to be solved, and deadlines and time frames for completion; Lead the team in: identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established work flow, skill level and/or occupational specialization; provide training; monitor and report on status and progress of work; prepare reports and maintain records of work accomplishments and administrative information; approve emergency leave for up to three days; and intercede with the supervisor on behalf of the team to inform the supervisor of performance management issues/problems and to recommend/request related actions, such as assignments, reassignments, promotions, tour of duty changes, peer reviews and performance appraisals.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This position is not located at a bargaining unit.
• Rotating Shifts: Required to work rotating shifts.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Other supporting documents: SF50 for current Federal Technicians.

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  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.

• How to Apply

  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: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11931814
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
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  Agency contact information

  VaARNG Tech Jobs HRO

  Phone

  000000000

  Email

  ng.va.vaarng.list.ngva-guard-tech-jobs@Army.mil

  Address

  VA MTC
  Bldg 467
  Blackstone, VA 23824
  US

  Next steps

  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.
  

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Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This is a Title 5 Civilian Position - You must be a United States Citizen in order to be eligible for this position. Note: This advertisement will close after receiving 10 qualified applications.