Job Listing: Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal)

Duty Locations

 1 vacancy - Cheyenne, WY
The primary purpose of this position is to provide, on a rotation basis, tower and radar control services to military and civilian aircraft at an airport equipped with Radar Approach Control (RAPCON).  Direct movement of aircraft in flight and on the ground as displayed on radar indicator, pilot reported, or observed visually from the tower.  Initiates/relays and issues air traffic control clearances and instructions in facility of assignment for aircraft operating IFR and/or VFR.  Direct aircraft during landing, take-off, and taxiing operations.  Implement operational plans and procedures to ensure continuity of required service during emergency conditions such as power failures, fire, storm damage, etc.  May provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to newly assigned controllers.  Schedules may change rapidly and with minimal notice.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

Major Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to provide, on a rotation basis, tower and radar control services to military and civilian aircraft at an airport equipped with Radar Approach Control (RAPCON).  Direct movement of aircraft in flight and on the ground as displayed on radar indicator, pilot reported, or observed visually from the tower.  Initiates/relays and issues air traffic control clearances and instructions in facility of assignment for aircraft operating IFR and/or VFR.  Direct aircraft during landing, take-off, and taxiing operations.  Implement operational plans and procedures to ensure continuity of required service during emergency conditions such as power failures, fire, storm damage, etc.  May provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to newly assigned controllers.  Schedules may change rapidly and with minimal notice.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

How to Apply

You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.

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Contact Information:
James Tschacher

Phone: 307-772-5205

Email: james.tschacher@us.army.mil


Or write:
Department Of The Air Force
5500 Bishop Blvd
Cheyenne, WY 82009

US


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.

Required Skills

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  GENERAL - Must have administrative or technical work experience, education, or training which demonstrated the potential for performing air traffic control (ATC) work.



SPECIALIZED - Must have 36 months of specialized experience to qualify at the GS-11 level, which has included:

(1) Experience that demonstrates difficult and complex flight control assignment;

(2) Experience/training which provided a knowledge of air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations;

(3) Experience which demonstrates the ability to provide the full range of preflight and in-flight services;

(4) Experience which demonstrates the ability to contact other controllers and pilots in cases of emergency;

(5) Experience in providing information concerning weather, air navigation, and airport conditions;

(6) Experience which would indicate a general knowledge of the performance characteristics of a wide variety of aircraft;

(7) Experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the full management duties of an Air Traffic position.



OTHER - Incumbents are required to possess and provide proof of a valid ATC Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower Operation Certificate with their application.  Must be Watch Supervisor qualified and provide verification of such qualifications with their application.  ATC Specialists must also obtain a rating for the assigned facility within 90 days after assignment.  Must be able to pass a class II flying physical or possess an FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.  Must have normal color vision.

SUBSTITUTION - A maximum of 12 months of specialized experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience.  The education must have been in fields directly related to the type of work of the position.  Transcripts or certificates of completion must be provided in order to receive the substitution credit for specialized experience.


You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.

After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
Prior to appointment, the person selected for this position must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties; and also pass a medical examination (which includes vision, hearing, cardiovascular, and mobility of extremities) given by an authorized government physician.


Date Posted: July 14, 2008

Job Details

Job Location

Candidate Application

Employer: Department Of The Air Force Address: Contact:
Job Type: Full-time City: Cheyenne
Experience:Any State: Wyoming
Education: College Zip Code:82001 Online: Website Link

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range:  62,592.00 - 81,371.00 USD per year5% Premium Pay

Benefits

You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA


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