What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Traffic Control Specialist (Staff Support Specialist - MSS-1) position at Federal Aviation Administration?
Summary
Serves as a Staff Support Specialist (MSS- 1) at a Level 6 Terminal facility. Responsible for tactical, strategic, and administrative support of multiple program areas such as training, quality control, quality assurance, traffic management, airspace and procedures, plans and programs, operational automation, military operations, special and security operations, safety management system, safety reporting and other areas of specialty identified collaboratively at the local level.
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Duties
The work requires a comprehensive knowledge of the ATC field and familiarization with the many integral components of the industry which comprise the National Airspace System. Specialists must have the ability to apply this knowledge to the analysis. evaluation and development of new methods, studies, approaches, and procedures. The Staff Support Specialist must be knowledgeable of Agency wide programs, facility goals and objectives. Must be able to communicate clearly and tailor their message to the target audience. While not required, hardware/software experience is desirable.
For the assigned Facility/Duty Location:
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Specialized Experience:
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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 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.
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Federal Aviation Administration
AGL Regional HR Services Branch
2300 E. Devon Ave., Room 250
AHF-N310
Des Plaines, IL 60018
US
Serves as a Staff Support Specialist (MSS- 1) at a Level 6 Terminal facility. Responsible for tactical, strategic, and administrative support of multiple program areas such as training, quality control, quality assurance, traffic management, airspace and procedures, plans and programs, operational automation, military operations, special and security operations, safety management system, safety reporting and other areas of specialty identified collaboratively at the local level.
Learn more about this agency
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Duties
The work requires a comprehensive knowledge of the ATC field and familiarization with the many integral components of the industry which comprise the National Airspace System. Specialists must have the ability to apply this knowledge to the analysis. evaluation and development of new methods, studies, approaches, and procedures. The Staff Support Specialist must be knowledgeable of Agency wide programs, facility goals and objectives. Must be able to communicate clearly and tailor their message to the target audience. While not required, hardware/software experience is desirable.
For the assigned Facility/Duty Location:
- Performs daily functions of maintaining and or improving operational material and or resources within the assigned area(s) of specialty.
- Communicates intra/inter facility as well as among various lines of business and industry.
- Makes recommendations for new projects/studies taking into account available resources and the accomplishment of facility goals and objectives.
- Applies expertise toward the completion of projects/studies and facility reports.
- Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of equipment, facilities, and procedures.
- Conducts investigations. evaluations, and briefs facility personnel.
- Develops methods to improve customer service and the quality of support provided.
- Collaborates freely among facilities, provides feedback and consults with other Staff Support Specialists regardless of duty location.
- May perform duties outside of the facility commensurate with grade and experience.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
- Interviews will be conducted IAW applicable Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement and/or Agency Policy.
Specialized Experience:
- Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14/FV-J or above Regional or Headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks);
- Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS Facility. NOTE: An employee who has been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility that is upgraded is considered to meet qualification requirements of the upgraded position;
- Must have held an MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.
Preview Job Questionnaire
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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 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.
- FAA Form 3330-43-1 (dtd 04/2015) MUST be signed by the applicant; however the Rating Official's signature is NO LONGER REQUIRED in order to receive consideration. Failure to provide the applicant's signature will result in loss of consideration and your application will be not accepted.
- If the selectee is eligible to maintain Currency, a current Medical is required.
- This position may be covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. If the selectee chooses to remain operationally current. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
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Federal Aviation Administration
AGL Regional HR Services Branch
2300 E. Devon Ave., Room 250
AHF-N310
Des Plaines, IL 60018
US
