AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL)
This is an Obligated Position in which an employee has return rights. Upon the employee's return, incumbent may be required to vacate this position. 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, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-2152, Air Traffic Control Series. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector) which includes experience in issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement; the ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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 and separation of air traffic in terminal Radar Approach Control and Control Tower operations. 2. Knowledge of the functional/operational limitations of ATC equipment and any other equipment pertaining to ATC services. 3. Knowledge of the relationship and coordination required between ATC and non-ATC agencies and other components of the National Airspace System. 4. Knowledge of weather phenomena, their localized effects, and timely dissemination methods. 5. Skill in applying procedures and standards for separation and control of IFR, VFR, and SVFR aircraft while remaining calm under conditions that are stressful. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 7. Ability to act decisively in emergency situations, control aircraft operations, make rapid and precise judgments in a real-time work situation, and adjust rapidly to changes in air traffic and tempo of work activity. 8. Knowledge of National Airspace System (NAS), its complex airway structures, satellite airport configurations, navigational aids, and Special Use Airspace such as Military Operations Area (MOA). 9. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 10. Ability to conduct classroom instruction and on-the-job training (OJT). MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE:
The maximum age for original entry into an identified ATC position is 36 years. An individual shall NOT be appointed or assigned to an ATC position if that appointment cannot be completed prior to the last day of the month in which the individual reaches his/her 36th birthday. Applicants over the age limit must meet re-entry or age waiver requirements in accordance with DoDI 1400.25-V331 dated 26 Jan 15, Department of Defense Civilian Personnel Manual, Subchapter 331, Civilian Air Traffic Controllers. Any individual who has reached the mandatory separation age (56) is NOT eligible for employment/reemployment as an ATC (5 U.S.C. 3323(a) (reference (b)). NOTE:
ATCs have a mandatory separation age of 56. This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109. This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(3) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity, and 8412(e). RE-ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
ATC Specialist in receipt of a refund, of retirement contributions for the years of service covered under special retirement, will not receive service credit towards the 20 years required to retire under special retirement coverage, unless the redeposit is paid in full prior to date of retirement. This position may be entitled to 5% premium pay as authorized by 5USC 5546a (a)(1) MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
In general, air traffic control specialist applicants and employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of these positions without risk to themselves or others. The provision of sufficient information about physical capacity for employment requires that before appointment, applicants undergo appropriate pre-employment physical/medical evaluations. 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-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent pay systems (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector) which includes experience in issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement; the ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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 and separation of air traffic in terminal Radar Approach Control and Control Tower operations. 2. Knowledge of the functional/operational limitations of ATC equipment and any other equipment pertaining to ATC services. 3. Knowledge of the relationship and coordination required between ATC and non-ATC agencies and other components of the National Airspace System. 4. Knowledge of weather phenomena, their localized effects, and timely dissemination methods. 5. Skill in applying procedures and standards for separation and control of IFR, VFR, and SVFR aircraft while remaining calm under conditions that are stressful. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 7. Ability to act decisively in emergency situations, control aircraft operations, make rapid and precise judgments in a real-time work situation, and adjust rapidly to changes in air traffic and tempo of work activity. 8. Knowledge of National Airspace System (NAS), its complex airway structures, satellite airport configurations, navigational aids, and Special Use Airspace such as Military Operations Area (MOA). 9. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 10. Ability to conduct classroom instruction and on-the-job training (OJT). MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE:
The maximum age for original entry into an identified ATC position is 36 years. An individual shall NOT be appointed or assigned to an ATC position if that appointment cannot be completed prior to the last day of the month in which the individual reaches his/her 36th birthday. Applicants over the age limit must meet re-entry or age waiver requirements in accordance with DoDI 1400.25-V331 dated 26 Jan 15, Department of Defense Civilian Personnel Manual, Subchapter 331, Civilian Air Traffic Controllers. Any individual who has reached the mandatory separation age (56) is NOT eligible for employment/reemployment as an ATC (5 U.S.C. 3323(a) (reference (b)). NOTE:
ATCs have a mandatory separation age of 56. This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109. This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(3) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity, and 8412(e). RE-ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
ATC Specialist in receipt of a refund, of retirement contributions for the years of service covered under special retirement, will not receive service credit towards the 20 years required to retire under special retirement coverage, unless the redeposit is paid in full prior to date of retirement. This position may be entitled to 5% premium pay as authorized by 5USC 5546a (a)(1) MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
In general, air traffic control specialist applicants and employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of these positions without risk to themselves or others. The provision of sufficient information about physical capacity for employment requires that before appointment, applicants undergo appropriate pre-employment physical/medical evaluations. 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.
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2152 Air Traffic Control - Salary Range:
$87,612 to $113,900 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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