FLIGHT SERVICES SPECIALIST with Security Clearance - Meridian, MS, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties As a FLIGHT SERVICES SPECIALIST, GS-2101-9, you will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining liaison with military, federal, and local agencies concerning airspace utilization, flying operations, aircraft emergencies, search and rescue operations, and natural disasters
This full- performance level position provides direct support to unit and other military and civilian aircrews during scheduled and unscheduled flying and ground activities
The incumbent works independently on standard and extended and/or rotating shifts to provide aircrews with information and assistance necessary for planning and conducting safe flight operations


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provides preflight briefings to military and civilian aircrews, including those of foreigngovernments and civilian contractors on CONUS/International Civil Aviation Organization(ICAO) flight plans
Furnishes pilots with full range of necessary information pertinent toplanning and completing their intended flight safely and assists them in making preflightdecisions and calculations when required
Reviews and evaluates proposed flight plans fortechnical accuracy and compliance with USAF, FAA, DOD and ICAO directives
Ensuresflight plan information is in proper format prior to processing plans into the FAA flightplanning Aeronautical Information System (AIS)
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Through the use of air-to-ground communications, communicates with pilots in flight within formation regarding flight plans; clearances; advisories on local, enroute, and destination airfield conditions; messages; and other data effecting safety of flight
Coordinates with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Radar Approach Control (RAPCON) and control Tower on all flight plan changes
Provides special flight following services based on weather elements, airfield conditions, and aircraft characteristics
Sends and receives notifications of inbound and outbound air traffic including emergencies with FAA and local authorities
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Schedules and coordinates use of military special use airspace/facilities including air refueling areas, military operating areas, and landing and drop zones
Determines appropriate action in implementing emergency, Quick Reaction Checklist(QRCs), and operations plans
Activates secondary crash phone network for aircraft accidents, and in-flight and ground emergencies
Evaluates seriousness of incidents and notifies proper agencies
Initiates communications search for overdue and unreported military aircraft, and upon confirmation, implements search and rescue procedures
Conducts anti-hijacking procedures during passenger processing activities
Coordinates response activities with air traffic control and crash and rescue agencies and supports local authorities
Operates FAA flight planning communications equipment for input off light plans, receiving arrival/departure messages, making queries concerning overdue aircraft and notifying the appropriate authorities
Monitors primary crash phone system, and activates and transmits emergency information on secondary crash circuits as required
4
Performs quality control on proposed flight plans with aircrews and provides special briefings to pilots of civilian and non-DOD government aircraft on flight planning procedures
Briefs aircrews on air traffic control, noise abatement, and Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) procedures to include special departure procedures, radar departures, communications requirements, and airfield conditions and restrictions
Ensures aircrews are briefed on Foreign Clearance Guide requirements for OCONUS flight operations
Briefs pilots on alternate airfields' facilities, status and limitations of navigational aids, restricted areas, radio frequency changes, call letters, airfield obstructions, and other information necessary to accomplish the flight safely
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Initiates and cancels NOTAMs on airfield facilities/conditions
Maintains current NOTAM file IAW governing directives and other required flight information and aeronautical publications
Measures aircraft braking action on runway and taxiways and prepares information for entry on the weather sequence
Coordinates local drop zone activities with base flying units and Air Traffic Control agencies
Processes reports of adverse public reactions in accordance with applicable directives
Disseminates severe weather warnings to base activities
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Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of

Employment Military Grades:
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NOTES:
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Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position
2
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
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Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission
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May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required
5
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
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Wear of the military uniform is MANDATORY
Qualifications


NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED:
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform
Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment


MILITARY MEMBERS WITH BONUSES:
Upon acceptance of a military technician position military members who are currently receiving a military Reenlistment/Extension Bonus (REB) or GI Bill-SR Kicker may lose incentive eligibility and may be subject to termination or suspension of incentive (includes indefinite and temporary technicians on assignment for more than 180 days in any continuous 12-month period


GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures
Experience using computer and automation systems


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training in arranging or procuring transportation for personnel, cargo or freight
Experience in pre and post auditing of freight bills, bills of lading, and personnel transportation vouchers
Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems
*For positions requiring supervisory functions; experience which included responsibility for the supervision and management of personnel
If your resume does not include a narrative description of how you meet the GENERAL, SPECIALIZED experiences, and OTHER requirements, you may lose consideration for this position
Ensure that the Questionnaire is completed online in Application Manager


NOTES TO CANDIDATES:
a
Situations of inversion of military rank are not permitted, i.e., a military technician may not be militarily senior to his or her full-time supervisor
b
Candidates may be screened and evaluated on military attributes directly related to the compatible military position required to be assigned into, such as, but not limited to, military bearing, leadership, or ability to work with others (teamwork) in a military environment
c
Include any volunteer work experience in your resume

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.

, professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social)
d
Final selection will be based upon qualifications, suitability, and available manpower resources
e
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization
f
Multiple vacancies may be filled from this announcement
g
If this announcement results in a temporary promotion for the selectee, it may become permanent at any time without further competition dependent on funding and manpower requirements
Education No substitution of education for specialized experience

Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

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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
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