Air Traffic Controller, Supervisory

Air Force Civilian Service; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Alaska is seeking a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Supervisory), GS-2152-11, stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK. The incumbent will supervise the Control Tower and PAR operations within the Airfield Operations Flight.

U.S. citizenship is required, an FAA/ATC certificate must be held and currency maintained, and eligibility for a Secret security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Must possess current FAA/ATC certification and maintain currency.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide watch supervision for non-supervisory Air Traffic Control staff and direct operations for the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Control Tower and PAR.
• Issue control instructions to aircraft operating under visual and instrument flight rules.
• Plan, direct, organize and control resources to ensure safe and efficient air traffic movement.

Education

FAA/ATC certification

Tools

ATC equipment knowledge

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Supervisory), GS-2152-11, located at the Airfield Operations Flight (OSA), Pacific Air Force's Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK.

NO 180-DAY WAIVER NEEDED!

Special Salary Rate: 103,000 - 117,000

Recruitment incentives may be available based on eligibility.

In this role, you will serve as a first-level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and control over non-supervisory employees. The incumbent provides watch supervisory Air Traffic Control duties for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Control Tower and Precision Approach Radar (PAR) operations, and functions as a senior controller to issue control instructions to aircraft operating under visual and instrument flight rules.

• US citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance
• Must possess valid air traffic controller certification and obtain/maintain currency of the same
• This is a designated drug testing position
• Supervisory experience is highly desired
• Knowledge of Terminal Air Traffic Control Procedures, including Tower and Precision Approach Radar (PAR) within TRSA and Class D airspace, as well as the overarching laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing air traffic movement
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures, as well as the functional and operational limitations of all ATC equipment, airfield/approach lighting, ATCALS, arresting systems, and related support systems
• Knowledge of weather phenomena, localized meteorological effects, and appropriate reporting and dissemination procedures
• Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the operational functions, resources, and personnel of a small to medium-sized organization
• Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions

Required Documents

• Provide front and back copies of Federal Aviation Administration Credential card for Air Traffic Control Specialist qualifications
• Meet medical requirements for Civilian DoD/Federal Air Traffic Control Specialists and obtain and provide a copy of a current FAA Medical Certificate

Requirements

• The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical, mental, and medical standards for ATC duties as specified by the OPM qualification standard for GS-2152
• Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC specialist certification and maintain same
• At least 3-5 years ATC tower experience is highly desired