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Position Title
HELICOPTER FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR
Agency
Army National Guard Units
Announcement Number
MS-11593762-AR-22-364 Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, August 1, 2022 to Monday, August 15, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Current Army M-Day and current Air DSG members within the state for which you are applying.  Are you a current Army M-Day or current Air DSG member within the state for which this position is being advertised? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
INSTRUCTIONS: THIS POSITION REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE MISSISSIPPI ARMY NATIONAL GUARD. Please answer the following questions by selecting the appropriate response(s). NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility/eligibilities. We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list.  Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
 
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Are you currently a guard member of the Mississippi Army National Guard? (limit characters)
2. All personnel must have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level. An applicant must have a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. If you are a CURRENT OR FORMER Federal employee, a copy of your most recent SF-50 is required.

Do you possess 52 weeks at the GS-12 level or equivalent?
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3. If you answered yes to above question, please list the dates on your resume that support your 52 weeks of experience.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
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Do you possess at least two years working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facility; or, Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Group? The ability to train and instruct others in the piloting of a specified main-frame military aircraft? Experienced in reading and applying mission tasks, intelligence reports, and weather information? Experienced in supervising and/or conducting mission planning, mission preparations, filing of flight plans, and conducting crew briefings? Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, equipment assessments, and mission manning? Experienced in operating aircraft controls and equipment? Experienced in performing or supervising the work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations, surveillance, or reconnaissance? Experienced in conducting or supervising crew member training on simple to complex mission specific tasks? Experienced in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders? Knowledge is required in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures? Experienced in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies, regulations, and directives?

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5. If you answered yes to above question, please list the dates on your resume that support your 24 months of specialized experience. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
6. Prior to appointment, an applicant's military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, flight physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test. Do you agree to complete this requirement?
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7. Do you understand that failure to provide hours worked per week along with dates of employment (month/year or month/year to present) salary and job duties performed on your resume will disqualify your application?
EXAMPLE:
ABC ENTERPRISES: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications
NOTE: UPDATE YOUR RESUME TO INCLUDE THIS INFORMATION

Simply writing: Pilot, April 2001-present; is not sufficient to qualify your resume. Your resume must be detailed.
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8. Do you have a valid driver's license in the state you primarily work or live in? You will be required to present your current Drivers' license if you are selected for an interview.
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9. Please list all of your military AFSC/MOS.
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10. Please list your current military grade/rank.
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Respond to all the questions below. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information your references provide.
 
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
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Trains and evaluates aviators on basic and advanced flight techniques.

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Conducts initial standardization flight evaluations for new air crew members and annual evaluations for assigned and attached pilots, including local aircraft transitions including refresher training.

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Competency on all aviation matters that will encompass safety as the number one priority, demonstrate a consistent mature judgment and maintain a high degree of pilot proficiency for conducting flight missions under visual flight rules (VFR) and instrument flight rules (IFR).

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Performs preflight weather analysis, route and altitude selections, alternate airport selection, fuel, cargo and passenger load computations, selection of refueling stops, preflight inspections, flight plan filing, and firing ranges route planning/coordination.

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Incorporates precision, non-precision, and GPS route navigation and instrument approaches in all mission planning and must be knowledgeable in all aspects of their operations.

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Conducts initial instrument standardization rides for new air crew members and as a minimum conducts annual check rides for assigned and attached pilots.

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17. Serves as pilot-in-command while operating single and/or multi-engine rotary wing aircraft to perform airlift support for DOD personnel, emergency medical evacuations, aerial fire suppression support, paradrops, rescue, and Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
18. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal Service (5 C.F.R Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position. (limit characters)