Aeronautical Information Specialist

SummaryDue to the Pandemic, and individual states with different phases of reopening, the selectee’s report date to the official duty station/facility may be delayed until such time as employees are allowed to report to the workplace. The person selected may telework up to the maximum extent possible, up to and including full time, until it is safe to relocate.ResponsibilitiesServes as an Aeronautical Information Specialist located in the Mission Support Services, Aeronautical Information Services Directorate, Aeronautical Information Group, US Notice to Airman (NOTAM) Governance Team. Performs multiple, varying and complex assignments under the minimal direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leaders, or more experienced technical specialist.Performs assignments that involve providing authoritative technical expertise concerning domestic and international NOTAM policies and governance. Typical assignments include developing policy and guidance or serving as a primary technical specialist on large projects, programs and/or work activities. Acts as assistance to NOTAM Policy Lead to develop new and innovative approaches, methodologies, and/or techniques or as a team leader to define and direct challenging projects/programs/activities as it pertains to NOTAM Policy.Applies experience and comprehensive knowledge of NOTAM policies and a broad knowledge of the LOB mission and goals to assigned programs and areas of responsibility. The manager provides administrative direction in terms of broadly defined missions or functions. Independently plans, designs, and carries out programs, projects, studies and other work. Work is considered technical authoritative and is normally accepted without change. Completed work may be reviewed for adherence to regulatory guidance and policies for assurance that work requirements have been fulfilled.Leads groups and conducts stakeholder meetings to disseminate information and feedback. Shares responsibility for the performance of programs/projects that frequently affect more than the LOB/SO or the FAA as a whole for ensuring policy is in accordance with domestic and international directives. Oversees the dissemination of information on unanticipated issues, temporary changes to components, and/or hazards in the National Airspace System until such time as associated charts and related publications have been amended. Responsible for quality control/integrity of NOTAM submissions into the system. This includes, but not limited to, runway closures, malfunctions to navigation aids, missile launches, special traffic management programs and changes affecting airport arrival and departure procedures.Leverages knowledge and experience with operational and non-operational FAA aeronautical data flows to operate and maintain mission essential aeronautical information systems consistent with relevant international standards, regulations and service unit business goals. Responsible for supporting all aspects of organizational (AIM) operations, including multiple sites, disaster recovery, near real-team failure continuity of operations and security certifications. Serves a liaison with other business unit, flight services, EJDRS interface/system users and customers to ensure system operation exceed customer expectations. Expected to develop documents, standard operating procedures, instructions, and outreach plans for the organization and coordination activities on related documents with other office and stakeholders.Applies and provides technical expertise to change proposal using comprehensive knowledge of FAA policies to analyze operational impact, feasibility, and handbook compliance. Prepares and reviews reports or FAA policies drawing on experience to solve unusual problems and create new solutions and policy interpretations as the situation requires for internal and external users within established schedules.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentWe are not accepting applications from noncitizens.QualificationsReference - OPMs Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions in conjunction with the Individual Occupational Requirements for 1361: Navigational Information Series and Qualifications Standards for Supervisory Qualification Guide.To qualify for this position at the FV-J level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of Specialized Experience equivalent to the FV-I (GS/FG-13) level. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE may include but is not limited to: Experience involved with collection, selection, analysis, evaluation, and preparation of reliable aeronautical information on navigation and related operations, including publications related to navigation; experience and comprehensive knowledge of NOTAM policy, and in what manner it impacts NOTAM originators; experience to draw a parallel between NOTAM policy and safety of flight operations; and/or experience and knowledge of complexity of the NAS and in what way NOTAMs effect the flow of Air Traffic.Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement.EducationSee Qualifications Required.As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge Skills and Abilities, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Leadership and Management Dimensions and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.Additional InformationWe may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.Position may be subject to a background investigation.A one-year probationary period may be required.The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.Notes:1) Some, all, or none of the candidates may be interviewed.2) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.3) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be accepted.4) Announcement will be used to fill one (1) position in AJV-A3605) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm.6) Please upload supporting documents online or email to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov. Reference the announcement number on all documentation. TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF DOCUMENTS, PLEASE CONTACT Linda Dean at 405/954-4825.This position is eligible but not in a bargaining unit.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA