Summary This position is located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, in the Visitor and Resource Protection Division. This announcement has been extended to 02/05/2024. Responsibilities Major Duties: Serves as an Airplane Pilot for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument (collectively referred to as GLCA). Serves as a Pilot in Command of a single engine piston fixed wing aircraft in wheeled configuration. As such, performs aircraft operations involving flights over remote terrain that originate from paved runways and landing strips that are one way, restricted in size and approach path and go-around options. Short field and ground effect takeoff and landing skills are frequently utilized; these flights are often conducted at low levels (below 500 ft AGL), at minimum controllable air speeds under hazardous conditions in extreme desert heat over mountains, in canyons, and over open water areas. The high-density altitude conditions which include temperatures over 100 degrees F require expert pilot skills under normal circumstances. Reduced power and lift due to high temperatures and air current variances over canyon country requires the pilot to recognize and anticipate environmental factors which can affect aircraft performance. Mission critical flights may be conducted in periods of adverse weather. Fights may be conducted at night in accordance with applicable DOI/OAS (Office of Aviation Services) policy. Physical Demands: Aviation work frequently requires stressful activities and/or some physical exertion that are routine for all airplane pilots. Requires some manual dexterity and other physical activities (e.g., listening, kneeling, standing, sitting, stooping, talking, walking, etc.) in all types of terrain with regard to the normal aviation environment (i.e., airstrips, hangars, tarmacs, other areas where an airplane may be parked such that an inspection or maintenance of the airplane is likely to be performed, etc.). Must be emotionally, mentally, and physically sound. In addition, is subject to periodic medical exams required of a commercial airplane pilot. Excellent physical conditioning is necessary and self-monitoring for signs of fatigue and/or dehydration is an essential necessity. Flying duties require excellent coordination and dexterity to operate aircraft effectively and safely. Working Conditions: Environment varies from an office to an airplane cockpit, to the outdoors and work is performed in all three environments. Work may involve exposure to adverse weather, the discomfort of manual work, and some unpredictable hazards involved in the operation of an airplane. While working on the ground or in the airplane the incumbent will be exposed to the extreme conditions of the desert environment, including temperatures ranging from 20F to +100F, high winds, snow, ice, rain, and dust. In cases of emergency, help may not be readily available and special safety and survival precautions must be taken. Work is routinely performed in a small airplane, hangar, office, and outdoors. The office environment is adequately heated and cooled, both well lighted and ventilated. Field work is normally performed in the airplane cockpit but may include occasions with exposure to desert conditions characterized by rugged terrain, changeable weather, extremely high temperatures, high winds, varying water levels, insects, wild animals, and other conditions which present unusual and sometimes severe safety and logistical problems requiring prompt and sound judgment. Activities, especially airplane maintenance, may cause exposure to chemicals, fluids, materials, or other solvents utilized when around airplanes that may be hazardous or pose safety concerns. The incumbent will be subject to hazardous conditions, low altitude flights, varying weather conditions, poor communications, and flying from both improved and unimproved airstrips. Terrain is mountainous and unpopulated with flights subject to adverse environmental conditions. In case of emergency, help may be significantly delayed or not readily available. Aircraft operations frequently occur during summer desert temperature conditions with air temperatures in excess of 100 degrees F resulting in aircraft interior temperatures can be significantly hotter. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. You may be required to travel overnight away from home occasionally. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program. Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-02/05/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. To qualify for this position, you must meet following requirements: Commercial Pilot Certificate (Screen out): You must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single Engine Land and Instrument Rating (or other certificate which exceeds the requirements of the Commercial Pilot Certificate, such as an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Single Engine Land Rating). A copy (must show both front and backside) of the certificate must be provided with your application. OR You must possess an appropriate military rating. You will be required to complete a military competency knowledge test with the FAA and be issued a commercial pilot certificate prior to final offer of employment. If you are establishing eligibility based on military flight experience, you must provide copies of official orders, forms, or logbooks showing your status as a rated military pilot with your application. Medical Certificate (Screen out): You must possess a current FAA Medical Certificate First or Second Class in accordance with FAA regulations. A copy of the certificate must be provided with your application. Flight Time Experience (Screen out): Possess at minimum 1500 hours of total flight time Possess at minimum 1200 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) with 500 hours PIC Airplane Possess at minimum 100 hours flight time in the last 12 months Possess at minimum 75 hours night flying Recent flight experience per 14 CFR 6 Note: A copy of a DOI OAS-61 Record of Aeronautical Experience or equivalent flight log must be included with your application. You must include months, years, and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies". Volunteer Experience: 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement. Additional Information Area/Housing Information: This position is located at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, on the Arizona-Utah border. Page overlooks beautiful Lake Powell which offers boating, associated water sports, hunting, recreation and fishing, as well as river running on the Colorado River above and below Lake Powell. The surrounding land offers beautiful red rock country for hiking and backcountry wilderness activity. Page is at the hub of the Grand Circle, containing America's largest concentration of national parks and monuments, such as Grand Canyon, Zion, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, Grand Staircase Escalante, and the Flagstaff Area Monuments. Page offers normal small community amenities such as airport, shopping, medical and dental facilities, schools K-12 and college courses available through the local Community College. Elevation in Page is 4300 feet above sea level and the weather is beautiful high desert sunny days, cool nights, and low humidity. Home purchases are available in the area. Government housing may be available by a bid process. Pay Information: A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Telework: The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are not suitable for telework. Additional Selections: This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another.