OPERATIONS FLIGHT TECHNICIAN

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the unit Aviation Resource Management (SARM) Technician with responsibility for the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS), duty desk operations, scheduling, aircrew training management, operational reports and technical guidance in support of assigned and possibly transient aircrew.

**Qualifications:**
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience serving as a unit Aviation Resource Management (SARM) Technician with responsibility for the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS), duty desk operations, scheduling, aircrew training management, operational reports and technical guidance in support of assigned and/or transient aircrew while providing effective aviation unit-level resource management; accurate data analysis to senior leadership, ensuring resource readiness; and effective liaison with other agencies, functions, and individuals. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.Knowledge of, and skill in applying, Aviation Resource Management (ARMS) directives, instructions, and manuals, with emphasis on knowledge of personnel flight records maintenance, operating/navigating ARMS data system operating procedures, file structure, interface requirements and oracle browsers, preparation, processing, and auditing of associated documentation (e.g., AFTO Form 781). Knowledge gained in an Air Force environment is highly desirable, knowledge of the Aviation Resource career field proficiency and skills enhancement requirements. 2.Knowledge and experience in using advanced functions of office automation software (e.g. word processing, excel, spread sheet, etc.); ability to input and extract data using a keyboard. Qualified typist not required. 3.Ability to communicate orally and legibly in writing; ability to cooperate and work with others through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy and in a business-like manner. 4.Ability to analyze transactions and records and to interpret directives governing assigned area. 5.Knowledge of, and ability to implement, procedures for safeguarding classified information and databases, computer security procedures, etc. 6.Skill and demonstrated ability to work in a high operations tempo atmosphere. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.