Summary The incumbent serves as a technical specialist responsible for soliciting, acquiring, collecting, evaluating, compiling and selecting appropriate technical navigational and related operational data for inclusion in aeronautical products and publications. Responsibilities The incumbent will be involved with formal and on-the –job training in the preparation of Aeronautical information for dissemination in the Federal Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) System (FNS) to ensure a safe and efficient National Airspace System (NAS). Assignments at this level are characterized by a higher degree of responsibility, subject matter expertise, and complexity than is typical of the FG-9 level. The specialist is considered an authority in one major subject matter area and has final authority for the technical content of the publication or publications to which the material is directed. Typical assignments may include the following: revising aeronautical data contained in products/publications; ensuring appropriate application of Federal Aviation Regulations, specifications, standards and criteria; resolving data discrepancies and notifying manager of unresolved problems and work issues; developing Notices to Air Missions; analyzing, evaluating and verifying quality of digital products; establishing and maintaining effective communications with the aviation industry. The manager or team lead assigns work and provides general guidelines on procedures and processes. The employee and manager, in joint consultation, develop deadlines, milestones, projects and work to be done. The employee carries out work assignments independently within the general parameters defined by the manager, team lead or higher level specialist. Keeps the manager informed of progress and controversial matters. Unusual or sensitive issues are referred to the manager, team lead or higher graded specialist for resolution. Completed work is reviewed for effectiveness in meeting requirements or expected results. Contacts are with agency personnel internal and external to the organization (i.e., regions, centers, and other FAA Offices), other departments and agencies of Government - both foreign and domestic, and external customers. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION AT THE FG-11 LEVEL, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of Specialized Experience equivalent to the FG-9 level. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized Experience includes: Experience evaluating Navigational Aid (NAVAID) outages whether temporary and permanent; and the impact on Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP). Apply basic instrument flight procedure principles for revising terminal/en-route instrument flight procedures and creation/dissemination of Notice for Aircrew Missions (NOTAM); experience as a Pilot, Navigator and/or Air Traffic Control. OR Education Substitution: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. (Transcripts Required) Or Combination education and experience may be qualifying for this position. Refer to OPM's Operating Manual Qualification Standards at, http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/sec-iv/a/gs-admin.asp for more information. Applicants should provide examples of Specialized Experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Education Information Regarding KSAs: As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and Selective Factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF), if applicable, and the KSA’s listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration. 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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financialdisclosure_requirements 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. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. 3) Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 4) Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at www.abetterlifeokc.com 5) To check receipt of emailed documents, please email [email protected]. This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PASS: Aviation System Stds Non-HQ. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA