Air Traffic Control Specialist, Air Traffic Representative

Federal Aviation Administration•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is within the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Eastern Service Center, Operations Support Group (AJV-E200), Tactical Operations Team (AJV-E230). The incumbent serves as a liaison between the military, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and, where applicable, civil users. The role involves complex, specialized assignments requiring comprehensive knowledge of air traffic control procedures and operations, as well as FAA programs, regulations, and missions. The incumbent works to resolve local air traffic control issues between military and civil users, advises military organizations on air traffic control matters, and supports coordination and compatibility of airspace use. The work contributes directly to air traffic objectives and the efficiency and effectiveness of air traffic operations. Contacts are both internal and external to the FAA. Work is generally performed independently, subject to review for quality, policy compliance, and alignment with program objectives. Broad policies allow discretion in developing approaches and solving unusual problems. Other duties may be assigned. The position may be located in Havelock, North Carolina, or Jacksonville, Florida; the selectee must report to the selected duty station. A background investigation may be required, and a one-year probationary period may apply. The position is covered by the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program and may require pre-employment screening and random testing. It is not eligible for “good time” for ATC retirement purposes and is not a bargaining-unit position.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
An SF-50 must be submitted.
Must meet the qualification standard for the Air Traffic Control Series, 2152.
For the J-band, must have experience as an air traffic controller in a military or civilian air traffic facility demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the applicable specialization.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of applicable air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations.
Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I / FG/GS-13.
Specialized experience must include air traffic operations and Special Use Airspace rule-making or non-rule-making actions.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Must provide detailed work-history examples supporting qualifications and responses to the job questionnaire.
May be required to complete a background investigation, serve a one-year probationary period, and file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entering on duty.
Must comply with pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening and applicable random drug and/or alcohol testing.
Must report to the selected duty station in Havelock, NC, or Jacksonville, FL.

Responsibilities

Participate in resolving local air traffic control issues between military and civil users to maximize services for both.
Conduct liaison with FAA, civil, and military personnel to assess the adequacy of air traffic control services.
Serve as a technical advisor to the military on air traffic control and recommend improvements to services.
Participate in military meetings relevant to the FAA.
Participate in lectures and training programs for base pilots and civil air user groups.
Recommend changes to local military air traffic control facility training programs.
Ensure administration of certification and rating programs at assigned military facilities.
Coordinate and sign Letters of Agreement between military and FAA air traffic control facilities.
Refer controversial matters and interpretive issues to higher authority or a manager when local agreement cannot be reached.
Participate in the near midair collision program.
Provide technical advice and assistance on airspace allocation and use, Federal Aviation regulations, and FAA air traffic control services.
Assist with military-civil airspace reviews involving Special Use Airspace (SUA) and ATC-assigned airspace (ATCAA).
Review and evaluate military airspace proposals for SUA, Military Training Routes (MTR), and airspace needed for special events.
Brief military personnel on FAA air traffic control procedures and National Airspace System requirements applicable to military flying operations.
Conduct ATC, MRU, and SUA evaluations.
Review Safety Risk Management documentation for airspace changes and redesign, and potentially serve on SRM panels as a subject matter expert.
Track, monitor, and report the status of assigned program areas, including planning, methodology, implementation, scheduling, costs, constraints, risks, and issues.
Ensure classified discussions and documents are handled, stored, and safeguarded in accordance with current orders.
Maintain appropriate records and files.
Perform other duties as assigned.