Computer Scientist
SummaryThis position is located in the Air Traffic Organization, Technical Operations Service Unit, Operations Support Directorate, Spectrum Engineering Services Group AJW-1500.
This group is responsible for radio coverage analysis and assigns radio frequencies to provide reliable, interference free service that safety supports aviation.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates08/04/2022 to 08/18/2022Salary$90,877 - $140,846 the salary listed above includes a 31.
53% locality payment for the washington, dc metropolitan area.
Pay scale & gradeFV IHelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DCTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.
The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNoJob family (Series)1550 Computer ScienceSupervisory statusNoDrug testYesAnnouncement numberAWA-AJW-22-1043CH-79958Control number669381600HelpThis job is open toThe publicU.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the US Individuals with disabilitiesMilitary spousesVeteransClarification from the agencyAlso open to those eligible for 30% or More DisabledHelpDutiesThe Computer Scientist performs multiple, varying and complex assignments under the limited direction of a manager, team leader, or more experienced technical specialist.
Responsible for a variety of work activities involving researching computational complexity and creating analyzing algorithms to explore data structures that lead to highly efficient combinatorial algorithms in the agency's software and database projects for radio frequency assignment management.
Applies experience and advanced knowledge of computer science principles of computer science methods and techniques to store, manipulate, transform, or present information by means of computer systems.
Conducts Independent Operational Assessments (IOA) of complex computer architecture and software.
Responsible for collecting software requirements, designing, testing, evaluating, maintaining, and monitoring of several servers and software tools related to Frequency Management.
Monitors beta testing of software builds and creates test scripts that ensure requirements defined by government agencies have been met.
Reviews release notes to ensure they capture the fix actions contained in new software builds.
Reviews contractor regression testing to ensure it provides adequate protection for existing functionality.
Establishes and runs a configuration control board which is responsible for maintain software change request and enhancements.
Defines, plan and organizes assigned resources to accomplish organizational objectives; and responsible for monitoring the annual software support contracts.
Allocates approved budget based on the scope of work and resource requirements to accomplish small work-activities.
Tracks project costs to meet budget.
Works with project managers in developing a detailed project schedule and work plan.
Provides project updates consistently to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
Utilizes industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
Monitors progress and recommends adjustments as needed.
Serves as a key technical specialist for assigned activities including contract estimates, proposed materials, and production costs to determine whether they seem reasonable and accurate.
Ensures project documentation records are accurate and up to date.
Assists Contract Officer Representative (COR) in writing contract letters, Statements of Work, and other communications and notices.
Contributes to regular status reports regarding progress on projects.
Applies knowledge of program management to ensure Statements of Work are properly enforced and met.
Applies knowledge and experience of cyber-security and the requirements of the agency for safeguarding network infrastructure in their oversight of software products maintained and managed through software contracts.
Conducts threat and risk analysis and investigations to provide essential suggestions.
Monitors the research, testing, evaluation, and deployment of security procedures.
Reviews security-training materials and organizes training sessions for other teams.
Ensures the examination and assessment of security related technologies, and resolves security and other data-related problems.
Provides guidance to lower-level technical staff on how to solve difficult technical issues.
Contacts are internal and external.
Communicates project or work activity results to all levels internally and externally.
Provides policies and objectives guidance to lower level technical staff on solving difficult technical issues.
The work is reviewed periodically, typically at major milestones and at completion, for technical compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.
Work activities typically support and may be vital to the success of projects or activities of one or more organizational units, subdivisions, and LOB's/SO's.
HelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentReview the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding your COVID vaccine status.
US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
This position has a positive education requirement.
Transcript(s) required.
QualificationsIN ADDITION TO THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H (FG/GS-12).
Specialized experience is experience gained in a position that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is:
Experience using computer science methods and techniques to evaluate and assess computer system cybersecurity risk.
Experience evaluating existing software systems for new requirements, deploying production and test environment updates.
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history.
Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability.
DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE.
You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process.
Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories:
(1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement EducationThis position has a positive education requirement:
Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications.
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education.
Accreditation may be verified at the following website:
www.
ed.
gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.
html.
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited US educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university.
A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science.
At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus.
All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
(Evaluation of Education:
Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to understand the fundamental concepts and techniques of computer science.
Courses designed to provide an introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies, to problems of system design, and to other specialized fields are acceptable.
Courses or experience in teaching elementary, business, or shop mathematics are not acceptable.
)Foreign Education:
For additional information, visit:
-visitus-forrecog.
html.
Applicants who are not currently in the 1550 occupational series in the Federal Government and fail to provide a copy of an unofficial or official transcript will not receive consideration for this vacancy.
If you do not have an official transcript (original, with the raised seal), you should contact your school immediately to request it.
Preview Job QuestionnaireMake sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe 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/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirementsThe US 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.
If selected, you will be required to provide information regarding your COVID-19 vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
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.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements.
Therefore, as an applicant, 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 section, 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.
This Level 2 (Non-Critical Sensitive) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Persons occupying a testing designated position (TDP) will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
AFSCME Bargaining Unit, Article 42, SECTION 13 states:
If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewedThis position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan.
For additional information:
is a bargaining unit position.
This position is represented by AFSCME Local 1653.
Links to Important Information:
Locality Pay , COLA Read moreHelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT:
Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s).
All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.
Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
HelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Only supplemental documentation, eg SF-50, transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application.
These documents must be uploaded before the closing date of this announcement.
30% or More Disabled Veteran:
You must submit a DD 214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), and documentation as required by form SF-15 such as an official statement from the Dept.
of Veterans Affairs or from branch of the Armed Forces certifying to the present existence of service-connected disability.
Persons with Disabilities/Persons with Targeted Disabilities:
You must provide proof of disability documentation (ie Schedule A Letter) that:
1) May be a letter or other documentation on official stationery/ letterhead with an official signature.
2) Clearly states that you are eligible for appointment under the PWD/PWTD hiring authority or a Schedule A appointment as outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.
3102(u).
3) Does not need to detail the specific disability, medical history, or need for accommodation.
This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 1550 series.
College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the, 1550 series with the FAA.
College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 1550 series.
If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.
All Veterans:
If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions.
If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15.
Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference.
Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference:
You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service.
Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general.
If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
Forms:
SF-15:
Application for 10-Point Veteran PreferenceIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This group is responsible for radio coverage analysis and assigns radio frequencies to provide reliable, interference free service that safety supports aviation.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates08/04/2022 to 08/18/2022Salary$90,877 - $140,846 the salary listed above includes a 31.
53% locality payment for the washington, dc metropolitan area.
Pay scale & gradeFV IHelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DCTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.
The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNoJob family (Series)1550 Computer ScienceSupervisory statusNoDrug testYesAnnouncement numberAWA-AJW-22-1043CH-79958Control number669381600HelpThis job is open toThe publicU.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the US Individuals with disabilitiesMilitary spousesVeteransClarification from the agencyAlso open to those eligible for 30% or More DisabledHelpDutiesThe Computer Scientist performs multiple, varying and complex assignments under the limited direction of a manager, team leader, or more experienced technical specialist.
Responsible for a variety of work activities involving researching computational complexity and creating analyzing algorithms to explore data structures that lead to highly efficient combinatorial algorithms in the agency's software and database projects for radio frequency assignment management.
Applies experience and advanced knowledge of computer science principles of computer science methods and techniques to store, manipulate, transform, or present information by means of computer systems.
Conducts Independent Operational Assessments (IOA) of complex computer architecture and software.
Responsible for collecting software requirements, designing, testing, evaluating, maintaining, and monitoring of several servers and software tools related to Frequency Management.
Monitors beta testing of software builds and creates test scripts that ensure requirements defined by government agencies have been met.
Reviews release notes to ensure they capture the fix actions contained in new software builds.
Reviews contractor regression testing to ensure it provides adequate protection for existing functionality.
Establishes and runs a configuration control board which is responsible for maintain software change request and enhancements.
Defines, plan and organizes assigned resources to accomplish organizational objectives; and responsible for monitoring the annual software support contracts.
Allocates approved budget based on the scope of work and resource requirements to accomplish small work-activities.
Tracks project costs to meet budget.
Works with project managers in developing a detailed project schedule and work plan.
Provides project updates consistently to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
Utilizes industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
Monitors progress and recommends adjustments as needed.
Serves as a key technical specialist for assigned activities including contract estimates, proposed materials, and production costs to determine whether they seem reasonable and accurate.
Ensures project documentation records are accurate and up to date.
Assists Contract Officer Representative (COR) in writing contract letters, Statements of Work, and other communications and notices.
Contributes to regular status reports regarding progress on projects.
Applies knowledge of program management to ensure Statements of Work are properly enforced and met.
Applies knowledge and experience of cyber-security and the requirements of the agency for safeguarding network infrastructure in their oversight of software products maintained and managed through software contracts.
Conducts threat and risk analysis and investigations to provide essential suggestions.
Monitors the research, testing, evaluation, and deployment of security procedures.
Reviews security-training materials and organizes training sessions for other teams.
Ensures the examination and assessment of security related technologies, and resolves security and other data-related problems.
Provides guidance to lower-level technical staff on how to solve difficult technical issues.
Contacts are internal and external.
Communicates project or work activity results to all levels internally and externally.
Provides policies and objectives guidance to lower level technical staff on solving difficult technical issues.
The work is reviewed periodically, typically at major milestones and at completion, for technical compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.
Work activities typically support and may be vital to the success of projects or activities of one or more organizational units, subdivisions, and LOB's/SO's.
HelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentReview the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding your COVID vaccine status.
US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
This position has a positive education requirement.
Transcript(s) required.
QualificationsIN ADDITION TO THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H (FG/GS-12).
Specialized experience is experience gained in a position that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Specialized experience is:
Experience using computer science methods and techniques to evaluate and assess computer system cybersecurity risk.
Experience evaluating existing software systems for new requirements, deploying production and test environment updates.
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history.
Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability.
DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE.
You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process.
Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories:
(1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement EducationThis position has a positive education requirement:
Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications.
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education.
Accreditation may be verified at the following website:
www.
ed.
gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.
html.
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited US educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university.
A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science.
At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus.
All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
(Evaluation of Education:
Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to understand the fundamental concepts and techniques of computer science.
Courses designed to provide an introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies, to problems of system design, and to other specialized fields are acceptable.
Courses or experience in teaching elementary, business, or shop mathematics are not acceptable.
)Foreign Education:
For additional information, visit:
-visitus-forrecog.
html.
Applicants who are not currently in the 1550 occupational series in the Federal Government and fail to provide a copy of an unofficial or official transcript will not receive consideration for this vacancy.
If you do not have an official transcript (original, with the raised seal), you should contact your school immediately to request it.
Preview Job QuestionnaireMake sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe 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/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirementsThe US 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.
If selected, you will be required to provide information regarding your COVID-19 vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
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.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements.
Therefore, as an applicant, 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 section, 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.
This Level 2 (Non-Critical Sensitive) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Persons occupying a testing designated position (TDP) will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
AFSCME Bargaining Unit, Article 42, SECTION 13 states:
If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewedThis position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan.
For additional information:
is a bargaining unit position.
This position is represented by AFSCME Local 1653.
Links to Important Information:
Locality Pay , COLA Read moreHelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT:
Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s).
All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.
Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
HelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Only supplemental documentation, eg SF-50, transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application.
These documents must be uploaded before the closing date of this announcement.
30% or More Disabled Veteran:
You must submit a DD 214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), and documentation as required by form SF-15 such as an official statement from the Dept.
of Veterans Affairs or from branch of the Armed Forces certifying to the present existence of service-connected disability.
Persons with Disabilities/Persons with Targeted Disabilities:
You must provide proof of disability documentation (ie Schedule A Letter) that:
1) May be a letter or other documentation on official stationery/ letterhead with an official signature.
2) Clearly states that you are eligible for appointment under the PWD/PWTD hiring authority or a Schedule A appointment as outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.
3102(u).
3) Does not need to detail the specific disability, medical history, or need for accommodation.
This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 1550 series.
College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the, 1550 series with the FAA.
College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 1550 series.
If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.
All Veterans:
If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions.
If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15.
Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference.
Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference:
You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service.
Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general.
If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
Forms:
SF-15:
Application for 10-Point Veteran PreferenceIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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