Location: All cities,NY, USA
** Air Traffic Control Specialist (Staff Support Specialist - MSS-1)**
**Department of Transportation**
** ATO - Central Service Area - Great Lakes Region - Cleveland District - Rochester (ROC) ATCT**
**Location**
1 vacancy in the following location:
+ **Duties**
Responsible for tactical, strategic and administrative support of multiple program areas such as training, quality control, quality assurance, traffic management, airspace and procedures. plans and programs, operational automation, military operations. special and security operations, safety management system, safety reporting and other areas of specialty identified collaboratively at the local level.
The work requires a comprehensive knowledge of the ATC field and familiarization with the many integral components of the industry which comprise the National Airspace System. Specialists must have the ability to apply this knowledge to the analysis, evaluation and development of new methods, studies, approaches, and procedures. The Staff Support Specialist must be knowledgeable of agency wide programs, facility goals and objectives. Must be able to communicate clearly and tailor their message to the target audience. While not
required, hardware/software experience is desirable.
For the assigned Facility/Duty Location:
1. Performs daily functions of maintaining and or improving operational material and or resources within the assigned area(s) of specialty.
2. Communicates intra /inter facility as well as among various lines of business and industry.
3. Makes recommendations for new projects/studies. taking into account available resources and the accomplishment of facility goals and objectives.
4. Applies expertise toward the completion of projects/studies and facility reports.
5. Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of equipment, facilities, and procedures.
6. Conducts investigations. evaluations, and briefs facility personnel.
7. Develops methods to improve customer service and the quality of support provided.
8. Collaborates freely among facilities, provides feedback and consults with other Staff Support Specialists regardless of duty location.
9. May perform duties outside of the facility commensurate with grade and experience.
Depending upon facility structure, reports to an assigned MSS-2, 3 or 4, who provides administrative direction for facility assignments, in terms of broadly defined missions or functions within areas of specialties. The incumbent is responsible for planning, designing and completing work assignments independently.
**Requirements**
** Conditions of Employment**
* Review the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding pre-employment COVID Vaccine requirement.
* US Citizenship is required.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
* Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)
* Current Medical may be required if selectee maintains Operational Currency
** Qualifications**
Specialized Experience:
1) Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks);
OR
2) Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS Facility. NOTE: An employee who has been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility that is upgraded is considered to meet qualification requirements of the upgraded position;
OR
3) Must have held an MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
**Additional information**
We 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.
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
If selected, you will be required to acknowledge/affirm that you are or will be prior to entering on duty, and will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination upon entering on duty.
1 - FAA Form 3330-43-1 (dtd 10/11) **must be signed by the applicant** in order to receive consideration**. A facility representative signature is no longer required**. Failure to provide applicant signature will result in loss of consideration.
2 - Interviews will be conducted IAW NATCA Consolidated CBA and/or Agency Policy.
3 - This position is NOT covered by PL-92-297 for Good Time purposes.
4 - Selectee may be eligible for the 1.6% Currency Differential.
5 - This position may be 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.
This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by NATCA: Staff Support Specialists.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
**IMPORTANT:** Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Applicants must apply on line. Hard copy applications cannot be accepted. The completed FAA Form 3330-43-1 must be uploaded with your application. You only need to submit those items required on the announcement. Do not upload items such as positions descriptions, training certificates, DD-214's and other similar documents.
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