Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal).

Obsolete Site; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site is seeking an Air Traffic Controller to provide tower, radar, and non-radar ATC services for military and civilian aircraft operating under IFR, SVFR, or VFR. The role includes directing aircraft movement, sequencing, spacing, and issuing clearances in Class D airspace, with duties to inform adjacent sectors of changes and assist in training.

The position requires certification in assigned facilities and the ability to work rotational shifts, including on-call duties and TDY travel

Qualifications

• Experience issuing control instructions for VFR/IFR aircraft.
• Ability to direct aircraft movement using various reports and radar displays.
• Experience sequencing and spacing in Class D airspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide tower, radar, and non-radar ATC services for IFR/SVFR/VFR.
• Direct movement of aircraft in flight and on ground using reports, visuals, or radar.
• Sequence, space, and issue clearances in Class D airspace.
• Inform adjacent sectors of routing/altitude changes and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in on-the-job training of developmental controllers.

Skills

Air traffic control

Radar operations

Team communication

Education

Air Traffic Control School Certification

Tools

STARS

FDIO

Job description

• Provide tower, radar, and non-radar air traffic control (ATC) services to military and civilian aircraft operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), Special Visual Flight Rules (SVFR), or Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
• Direct movement of aircraft in flight and on the ground by utilizing pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and/or tower and approach control radar displays, or a combination of methods.
• Responsible for sequencing, spacing, and issuing clearances and control instructions to aircraft operating in the Class D airspace.
• Inform adjacent sectors or facilities via automated messages or telephonically of changes in aircraft routing, destination, altitude, time revisions aircraft equipment malfunctions and changes in navigational aid or radar.
• Assist in providing on-the-job training of developmental controllers.

Duties

• Provide tower, radar, and non-radar air traffic control (ATC) services to military and civilian aircraft operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), Special Visual Flight Rules (SVFR), or Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
• Direct movement of aircraft in flight and on the ground by utilizing pilot and controller reports, visual observation, and/or tower and approach control radar displays, or a combination of methods.
• Responsible for sequencing, spacing, and issuing clearances and control instructions to aircraft operating in the Class D airspace.
• Inform adjacent sectors or facilities via automated messages or telephonically of changes in aircraft routing, destination, altitude, time revisions aircraft equipment malfunctions and changes in navigational aid or radar.
• Assist in providing on-the-job training of developmental controllers.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent must obtain certification/rating in assigned facilities to remain employed as a GS-2152 (T).
• Incumbent is required to obtain an Army Class IV medical certification and is subject to periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• Incumbent must have successfully completed a recognized air traffic control school and have at least one of the following certifications, Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS), Control Tower Operator and/or Air Traffic Safety Oversight Service.
• Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R, or a "Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)."
• This position has been identified as being a KEY position and has been designated under the provisions of AR 690-11. A Key position is defined as any Army position that cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization.
• This position is subject to rotational shifts, changes in duty hours and is subject to being on call based on situational requirements.
• TDY travel is occasionally required.
• Mission Essential: Incumbent is required to report for duty during inclement weather, Natural Disasters, and other emergency situations as directed by the ATC Chief/Commander and may be required to remain on duty after the official shift ends.
• Incumbent must maintain a functioning telephone at their residence to aid in contact during recall/emergency situations.
• Incumbent may be required to serve a trial period.

Qualifications

This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. For more information follow this link: ATC: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol331.pdf

Who May Apply:

Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Specialized Experience GS-11:

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Issuing control instructions to aircraft operating under visual flight rules (VFR), instrument flight rules (IFR), or a combination of both; 2) Directing VFR aircraft by considering items such as, aircraft position, speed, direction of movement, performance characteristics, and runway availability; AND 3) Ensuring the vertical, longitudinal, and lateral separation of aircraft within assigned airspace sectors. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS‑10).

Specialized Experience GS-12:

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Issuing control instructions and advisory information to pilots near airports to ensure proper aircraft separation and the safe, efficient flow of traffic; 2) Directing and coordinating radar control operations within assigned airspace in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules, regulations, and radar procedures; 3) Operating Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS) and Flight Data Input/Output (FDIO) equipment; AND 4) Sequencing, spacing, and issuing clearances and control instructions to aircraft operating in Class D airspace. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS‑11).

Required Certifications:

In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also be a graduate of a DoD component or FAA approved formal Air Traffic Controller school and possess Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS), Control Tower Operator (CTO) and/or Air Traffic Safety Oversight Service (AOV) certification.

Special Retirement Coverage (SRC)

This position has been identified by Department of Army as an Air Traffic Controller as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2109(1)(A) and (1)(B) who is actively engaged in the separation and control of air traffic; or in providing preflight, inflight, or airport advisory service aircraft operators; or is the immediate or second-level supervisor of any employee described above. As described under 5 U.S.C. 8401(35)(B), this also includes the immediate supervisor of the person described in 5 U.S.C. 2109(1)(B). As such, this position is covered under special retirement coverage. The individual hired is subject to Special Retirement provisions to include additional contributions to the retirement fund, mandatory separation/retirement at age 56 with 20 years of approved special retirement service, options for early retirement at any age after 25 years of approved special retirement provisions service, or at age 50 with 20 years of approved special retirement provisions service.

Maximum Entry Age (MEA)

Department of Defense (DoD), in accordance with 5 USC 3307, has determined an individual must be appointed to their first/original appointment into a DoD position that has been identified and approved for special retirement coverage as an Air Traffic Controller no later than the last day of the month in which they become 36. Preference eligible veterans over the age of 36, may apply regardless of the age restriction. If selected, a waiver of the age restriction will be requested by the hiring official for approval by the Department of Army.

Maximum Reentry Age

An individual who is past the maximum entry age (36) who previously served in an approved Department of Defense Air Traffic Controller position may be reinstated to a covered position provided they meet the applicable qualification requirements AND will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as an Air Traffic Controller by the last day of the month in which they become 56.

Waivers to Maximum Entry Age

Department of Army may approve an exception to the maximum entry age (36) for original entry into a covered Air Traffic controller position. However, any individual who has reached the mandatory separation age (56) is not eligible for employment or reemployment as an Air Traffic Controller.

In addition to providing the required eligibility documentation listed elsewhere in this job announcement, you must provide sufficient documentation to determine proof of age.

This documentation should be attached under Proof of Age as identified in the Required Documents section. For reentry into a covered position, you must also provide sufficient documentation (SF- 50s) to show length of service in a previously covered Air Traffic Controller position.

Time in Grade Requirement for GS-11:

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-10).

Time in Grade Requirement for GS-12:

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is a(n) Installations Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Permanent change of station (PCS) costs may be authorized.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for prior non-Federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests:

If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position