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This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization, Air Traffic Services, Operational Planning and Integration Directorate, Operations (TBO/North-East Corridor (NEC), TBO Strategy & Implementation, AJT-3210. AJT is responsible for Airport Traffic Control Towers (Federal and Contract), Terminal Radar Approach Control facilities, Air Route Traffic Control Centers, and Combined Center Radar Approach Control facilities to guide aircraft through their various phases of flight.
Learn more about this agency04/23/2024 to 05/07/2024
$145,671 - $221,900 per year
Salary includes locality of 33.26%
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— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (Current Federal Employee) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
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ACT-AJT-24-3210-89786
787903000
Open to current permanent FAA employees in the ATO Line of Business..
Incumbent will serve as an Air Traffic Control Specialist applying expert knowledge of air traffic operations and procedures to serve as a senior project manager or team leader for complex, initiatives and projects to evaluate proposed program changes to national air traffic policies, procedures and equipment. In this capacity, performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments, such as serving on national facility realignment work-groups, Standard Terminal Automation Replacement system (STARS) software planning boards, deficiency review boards and Operational Test & Evaluation. This work directly affects the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System(NAS).
Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic procedures and operations to test and integrate terminal automation platforms, such as the STARS system. Evaluates proposed changes in equipment and procedures to recommend new and innovative approaches to resolve technical issues prior to operational implementation. Applies this knowledge to identify and resolve highly complex problems that often cross organizational boundaries, including service areas and facilities. Uses technical knowledge of and experience with air traffic separating/controlling procedures, radar separation standards, and vectoring procedures to evaluate proposed technical changes to En Route automation systems such as En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM). Participates in the development, acquisition and deployment of En Route and Terminal automation and surveillance/radar equipment. Uses automated radar systems to adapt software used to support air traffic operations.
As a project manager, uses knowledge of FAA policies and objectives to identify, define,
and organize work for multiple work activities. Provides leadership skills in coordinating with cross discipline team members to ensure team is on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules. Leads project team members in accomplishing the assigned goals and objectives of the organization. Acquires and allocates resources to accomplish work activities within established schedules. Independently commits resources. Meets with project team members to identify and resolve project issues.
Contacts are internal and external and include FAA managers, operating officials, contractors (or their representatives), private industry, and the public sector. Often represents the FAA at the national level as the agency focal point for major projects or programs involving the terminal/En Route modernization effort. Recommends organizational positions on major programs and issues to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution.
Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but almost always require the development of new and innovative approaches. Often recommends new policies. Develops procedures and approaches. Considers FAA policies, governmentwide rules and regulations, and industry standards. Conceives, plans, and directs studies involving complex issues and unique problems.
To view the complete qualification standard, applicants should reference – U.S. Office of Personnel Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Air Traffic Control Series, 2152:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2100/air-traffic-control-series-2152/
To qualify for this position at the K-band you must demonstrate in your application that you have experience as an air traffic controller in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules and regulations. Creditable experience must have equipped applicants with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the full range of duties of the position for which application is being made.
To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J / FG/GS-14. 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 is Experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic procedures and operations to test and integrate Traffic Flow Management System/Flow Management Data and Services platforms, such as Departure Spacing Program (DSP) and Traffic Situation Display (TSD).
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Interview Policy: All, some or none of the applications may be interviewed.
Pay Retention: In accordance with HRPM. EMP 1.29/1.29A, this position may be Career Enhancement Assignment/Career Progression. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention. Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility.
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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
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 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.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical order and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Position is not eligible for "good time" for ATC retirement purposes.
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.
Only supplemental documentation, e.g. transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents must be uploaded OR emailed to tara.price@faa.gov OR faxed to 609-485-8995on or before the closing date of this announcement. All emailed documents should reference the announcement number.
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 be submitted 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 be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
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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/787903000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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