USAJOBS · 2 months ago
AIRCRAFT DISPATCHER
Travis AFB, California, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$62K/yr - $81K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is hiring for the position of Aircraft Dispatcher at Travis AFB. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an information controller, performing duties that are administrative, coordinative and directive in nature for originating, terminating and transiting aircraft.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Functions as the Aircraft Dispatcher (Information Controller), responsible for monitoring the sequence of events (SOE) for loading and off-loading of traffic on AMC and other transiting aircraft authorized AMC terminal support
Exercises load planning and traffic control responsibilities for effective utilization of aircraft space assignments and priorities for movement of passengers and cargo originating, transiting, or terminating
Coordinates operational activities with subordinate flights for operational continuity
Communicates and coordinates with outside agencies for operational effectiveness
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
This is an obligated position in which an employee has return rights. Upon the employee's return, incumbent may be required to vacate this position
Work occasionally requires travel away from normal duty station
May be required to work rotating and/or 12-hour shifts. Subject to working normal and other than normal duty hours, holidays, and weekends, with staggered days off
Required to maintain a state driver's license and obtain flight line authorization in order to provide on-scene direction and visit operational sections. Compliance with prescribed safety requirements is essential
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
A pre-employment physical is required
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems
Knowledge of an extensive body of transportation rules, procedures, and operations in order to perform a wide variety of interrelated or non-standard procedural assignments and resolve a wide range of problems pertaining to the air transportation
Knowledge of transportation priorities, special cargo requirements, manual and mechanized paper processing and reporting requirements
Current and factual knowledge of types and configurations of various commercial and military transport aircraft; loading/offloading procedures; regulatory requirements covering all types of cargo and mail; passenger eligibility requirements; cargo compatibility
Knowledge of computer operating systems, telephonic instruments, and two-way radio operation
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level
Knowledge of the full range of the DOD air transportation system and the operation of an air terminal complex with advanced design mechanized materials handling equipment and sophisticated computerized systems
Ability to communicate orally and in writing and be diplomatic and tactful in coordination and decision making with the various work centers and higher headquarters
Skill in the use of commercially available word processing/spreadsheet/slide presentation software programs. Ability to communicate effectively with a widely diverse group of individuals within and outside the organization
Ability to interpret and apply the regulations pertaining to air transportation and to determine operations restrictions and cargo/passenger carrying capabilities of military aircraft to obtain maximum utilization of aircraft capacity
Knowledge of instructions, regulations, directives, governing special handling restrictions, and documentation requirements of general and hazardous cargo
Ability to coordinate and resolve difficult problems with other base agencies, civilian contractor/vendor personnel, and other federal agencies. Considerable tact, sound judgment, and mental stability are essential to perform duties effectively while under pressure of heavy workload involving multiple requirements and short deadlines
Ability to enforce safety practices and procedures
Benefits
A career with the U.S. 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.
Company
USAJOBS
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