Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This position is located in an Army National Guard (ARNG) Airfield Operations Battalion. This is an Army National Guard (ARNG) Dual Status Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification. DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 2 = Applicants who are eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Louisiana National Guard. Responsibilities Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Manages day to day functions of an ATC facility involved with air traffic control and maintenance support for full time ATC operations. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of incumbents. Evaluates work performance of subordinates. Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to incumbents on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment to such positions. Helps resolve complaints from incumbents, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level supervisor or manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other actions in more serious cases. Identifies developmental and training needs of incumbents, providing or arranging for needed development and training. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed and develops performance standards. 2. Incumbent serves as the ATC Training Supervisor for tower facilities. Training is developed for both developmental and full performance level controllers and materials are aimed at qualification, proficiency, and overall standardization of the controller workforce at Army ATC facilities. Incumbent ensures all newly assigned personnel receive training in accordance with applicable regulations. Incumbent directs controller qualification, proficiency, and remedial training for the Army ATC facility. Sets training performance standards and recommends ways to improve performance of employees on their performance.\ Completion of training results in newly assigned personnel receiving their Control Tower Operator (CTO) and Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) Certifications within prescribed time limits or elimination actions that require documentation of performance deficiencies. Conducts proficiency training on changes to FAA, Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of the Army (DA) regulations and provides guidance on implementation. Incumbent provides developmental, proficiency, and remedial classroom or practical training as required; maintains Air Traffic Controller training records and makes entries in accordance with regulations; provides on-the-job training instruction and guidance to trainee controllers involved in qualification training for their FAA CTO and/or ATCS certificate. The incumbent conducts periodic written and practical evaluations of team members, identifies performance deficiencies, and recommends corrective measures concerning their work. Mentors subordinates to perform ATC training specialist duties. 3. Directs and monitors the development and implementation of policies and programs to ensure maximum utilization of unit resources. Directs the development of current and long range plans, ensuring that equipment, facilities, funds, manpower, supplies, and other support requirements are adequate and available. Is the liaison with higher headquarters to ensure all command directives are followed. Continuously coordinates with officials of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other Army and Air Force units on aviation matters. Maintains current knowledge of each functional area within the unit, especially ATC operations. Plans, directs and implements cost effective changes, ensuring the overall effectiveness of the unit in carrying out is mission is not compromised. Establishes standards to be met, conducts on-site inspections, and ensures that follow-up training and information is provided to individuals and sections. 4. Performs other as duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment 1) National Guard Membership is required. 2) Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. 3) Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. 4) May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: WARRANT OFFICER (CW5 -- CW2) SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance. LOUISIANA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS - Acceptance of this position may result in the loss of contracted incentive(s). For further details, contact the LANG State Incentive Manager, at (504) 278-8116 (ARMY) 391-8336 (AIR FORCE). * NOTICE: THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRED ALL EMPLOYERS TO VERIFY THE IDENTITY AND EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF ALL PERSONS HIRED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Army Warrant Officer Technicians: Must possess a high school diploma and a college degree with a specialization in a technical discipline with courses in administration and management (An undergraduate degree specializing in physical sciences and mathematics is desirable), AND have graduated from a formal DoD/Department of Transportation (DOT) Basic Air Traffic Control course. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least One (1) year of specialized experiences at the GS-11 level; AND/OR at least Thirty-six (36) months experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility; experience with Air Traffic Controller leadership roles in multiple ATC facility-rated locations (control tower and radar); experience with facility chief at low-density towers, radar or airspace information centers or served as a facility chief in tactical towers, GCA radars and AICs; experience in managing the administration work of an ATC facility. Certification: Applicants must possess a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower (CTO) Certificate. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: 1. Applicants must possess a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower (CTO) Certificate. 2. Must be facility-rated in all assigned facilities, and maintain proficiency. 3. Must meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical and mental qualification standards established by the FAA, USA, and NGB for Air Traffic Control duty. 4. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. 5. Is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS, 5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e) and 8412(e), Immediate Retirement; and 5 USC 8339(e) and 8415(d), Computation of Annuity. 6. Meets the definition for premium pay as stated in 5 USC 5546a(a)1. It also meets US OPM definition for Special Rate Table Number 0565 (radar approach control duties); or Special Rate Table Number 0566 (non-radar approach control duties). *7. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.Statement updated to align with current policy. CLB 22JUN23. Education You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims, and receive credit to meet the Education requirements for this position. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based upon a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. This is a bargaining unit position.