SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT PILOT

Summary

Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians. Area 2 - All AKNG members. Area 3 - All other current military members who are eligible to join the Alaska Air National Guard. PDCN: D0612000 Selecting Supervisor: Amanda Lopez

Duties

Manages and directs the activities and functions of the support facility including flight operations; training of aviators and crew members; the safety program; Aviation Unit Maintenance (AVUM) and Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM) of all assigned aircraft. Provides planning, policy, technical and administrative direction to a specialized work force through subordinate supervisors when assigned or directly when subordinate supervisors are not authorized or assigned. Manages assigned fiscal, material and personnel resources by determining the organizational structure within manning and budgetary restraints and guidelines, and insures that optimum use is made of all assigned resources through effective management techniques. Responsible for proper utilization of aircraft in the performance of all missions both tactical and administrative. Responsible for supporting the state ARNG aviation program and ensuring that adequate aircraft and aviators are available to accomplish assigned aviation missions. Such missions include but are not limited to aviation support of other non-aviation units, developing and maintaining current high level aviator skills, participating in and support of military exercises and operations, training and preparation for mobilization, and responding as necessary to aviation requirements in natural disaster or state emergency situations. Responsible for proper utilization of aircraft in the performance of all missions both tactical and administrative. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by 2 or 3 General Schedule GS-12 level or AGR pilots with equivalent duties and responsibilities, and additional support and Wage Grade employees. Sets priorities ad prepares schedules for completion of work. Makes assignments based on priori ties, difficulty and requirements of the assignment, and the capabilities of individual employees. Conducts employment interviews. Recommends employees for appointment, promotion or reassignment. Establishes performance standards. Monitors and evaluates employee performance. Assists employees in reaching performance goals. Informs subordinates of agency policies and programs. Hears complaints and grievances from employees. Resolves those which can be informally resolved, and/or makes recommendations for resolution to appropriate deciding official. Approves/disapproves leave. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees and provides or obtains training: Promotes acceptance and adherence of programs such as Equal Employment Opportunity, Federal Women' Program, Physically Handicapped, labor-management relation, and other similar special emphasis programs. Maintains an effective position management program. Assures position descriptions are accurate and positions are operating as intended. Oversees the training operations of assigned or attached aircrew members through a subordinate supervisor if assigned. Manages and directs the standardization, training, proficiency, currency, safety and maintenance programs of the activity. Standardizes methods and procedures of flight instructions and flight proficiency for the activity and may fly with flight instructors, unit instructor pilots, and assigned aviators in assigned aircraft to assure the validity of methods and procedures and conformance to Aircrew Training Manual requirements. Responsible for the planning and supervision of an extensive and comprehensive pilot and crew member training program including Additional Flight Training Period (AFTP) program. May attend conferences on aviation or allied subjects, participating with representatives of other services, officials of civic organizations, or city, state, and federal government. Oversees the aviation maintenance function through a subordinate Supervisory Aircraft Pilot or Aircraft Mechanic Foreman and ensures maintenance of assigned and supported aircraft in accordance with established procedures. Manages the flight test program following repairs and ensures that all operational aircraft are airworthy. Responsible for the overall safety program for the activity. Formulates, monitors, and when required or directed, executes the aircraft pre-accident plan, hurricane or severe weather evacuation plan, search and rescue plan and area disaster plan. Serves on aircraft safety and aviation policy boards, groups and committees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and evaluation

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document. This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Ability to Lead or Supervise, Administration and Management, and Employee Development

Education

GS-12 Army National Guard Warrant Officers - Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is optimum. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools. GS-12 Army National Guard Officers - For Army National Guard Second and First Lieutenants, must be actively pursuing an under-graduate degree with at least 90 validated credit hours in a specified program. For Captains and above, must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs OR must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Required documents

To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. 2. Questionnaire. This is accomplished by submitting the application. There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement. 3. DA Form 759; Aeronautical Flight Records 4. Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration. Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process. We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS. Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume".

Additional information

- INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 days' notice. Indefinite employment is temporary and is expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years. Indefinite employees may be converted to permanent without further competition. - The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission. - If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50. You may submit your most recent performance appraisal. - The National Guard is exempt from the Veterans Preference Act. Submission of a copy of your DD-214 is not required unless you are hired for technician position. - If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. - Cost of Living Allowance (COLA): Entitled to 1.49% COLA in addition to base salary, subject to change. - Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program. (Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account). - Military Bonuses And Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager (AKARNG - J1 or AKANG - Retention Office) to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.