Supervisory Airfield Operations Specialist
About The Position
Serves as Biggs Army Airfield (BAAF) Operations Manager, managing, organizing, planning, coordinating, and directing the BAAF Airfield Operations Branch. Acts as the airfield’s point of contact for matters within the scope of AR 95-2. Interprets installation and higher-headquarters guidelines, assesses airfield mission requirements, establishes local command goals, and recommends how to achieve them. Supervises civilian employees and assigns work according to priorities, assignment difficulty, and employee capabilities. Maintains a Program of Instruction (POI) to ensure employees receive current, standardized training. Maintains liaison with local FAA or host-government agencies, in coordination with the Airfield Manager and Air Traffic Facility Chief. This is a supervisory position and a term appointment scheduled to last five years, with possible extensions and potential conversion to permanent status. The position requires eligibility for and maintenance of a Secret security clearance or access. A one-year probationary period to assess supervisory performance is required unless previously completed.
Requirements
- One year of specialized experience managing daily airfield operations to support safe activities; coordinating airfield facility, ramp, and hangar requirements to maintain mission-ready operating conditions; monitoring aviation fuel operations and maintaining required supplies in accordance with established procedures; and coordinating with air traffic control, aviation weather, emergency-response, and installation support agencies to resolve operational issues.
- Specialized experience must be equivalent to the next lower grade/level in federal service (GS-11).
- Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the previous 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
- Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
- Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- A one-year probationary period to assess supervisory performance is required unless previously completed.
- Education cannot substitute for the required experience.
- Applicants must meet an eligible employment authority category listed in the announcement.
Responsibilities
- Manage, organize, plan, coordinate, and direct the BAAF Airfield Operations Branch.
- Serve as the BAAF point of contact for matters within the scope of AR 95-2.
- Interpret installation and higher-headquarters guidelines, assess airfield mission requirements, establish local command goals, and recommend ways to accomplish objectives.
- Supervise civilian employees and assign work based on priorities, assignment difficulty, and employee capabilities.
- Maintain a Program of Instruction to provide current and standardized employee training.
- Maintain liaison with local FAA or host-government agencies in coordination with the Airfield Manager and Air Traffic Facility Chief.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees; specific benefits depend on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
