- Position Title
- Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness)
- Agency
- Forest Service
- Announcement Number
- 24-WO-FAM-12103328-DP-DRW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, October 18, 2023 to Wednesday, November 1, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
3.
Please enter at least 3 references below. Include first and last name, phone number and email address.
4.
How did you hear about this job opportunity? Please select one and specify if required:
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Aviation Safety Inspector position with the USDA Forest Service. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you possess the education and experience needed to qualify for this position.
1.
Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program.
2.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
* Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
* Valid State driver's license;
* Fluency in the English language;
* No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
* High school diploma or equivalent.
Do you meet all of these requirements?
* Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
* Valid State driver's license;
* Fluency in the English language;
* No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
* High school diploma or equivalent.
Do you meet all of these requirements?
3.
Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements:
* Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain;
* Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and
* Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.
Do you meet all of these requirements?
* Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain;
* Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and
* Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.
Do you meet all of these requirements?
4.
Do you have any physical condition that would cause you to be a hazard to yourself or others or that would interfere with your ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft?
5.
Do you hold a current and valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate with Inspection Authorization (IA). A copy of the certificates are required.
6.
Do you hold a current and and valid FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).
7.
I certify my understanding that this is a Test Designated Position and that I will be tested for illegal drugs prior to appointment and randomly thereafter. I also understand that my appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative drug test results.
8.
From the statement below, select the response that best describes your experience as it pertains to meeting the specialized experience requirement for the Aviation Safety Inspector, GS-1825-13 position.
For each of the following questions, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information provided by your references. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Inspect aircraft which have undergone major overhaul, alterations, or repairs, ensuring compliance with Federal aviation regulations and airworthiness directives.
10.
Identify potential or required changes to standards and procedures due to regulatory and policy shifts.
11.
Assess aviation maintenance facilities and equipment to determine suitability for accomplishing assigned maintenance tasks.
12.
Participate in "carding" inspections on single and multi- engine aircraft under contract.
13.
Serve as a Contracting Officers Representative (COR) providing oversight for aircraft maintenance, modification, repair on all issues regarding aircraft and aviation maintenance management.
14.
Perform inspections for contract or Cooperator standards compliance and surveillance associated with agency-owned, contracted and cooperator aircraft.
15.
Negotiate contracts with agency or contractor management within the coverage of approved specifications and policy manuals.
16.
Negotiate contracts with agency or contractor management within the coverage of approved specifications and policy manuals.
17.
Prepares contract technical specifications for equipment, maintenance and inspection requirements, reviews contract proposals and participates in pre-award evaluations.
18.
Assists in developing an annual aviation Working Capital Fleet (WCF) aircraft budget with estimates and forecasts designed to facilitate program sustainability.
19.
Coordinate projects involving multiple skill sets, evaluates and reviews work in progress and upon completion.
20.
Develop and manage both short term and long-range maintenance schedules/tasks for assigned aircraft. Document, update and maintain archived data for continuing analysis.
21.
Schedule "carding" inspections on single and multi-engine aircraft under contract.
22.
Apply knowledge of multiengine piston and twin-engine turboprop / turbojet aircraft and rotorcraft; and policy, laws, regulations, and safety standards pertaining to the operation and airworthiness of aircraft engaged in operations.
23.
Inspect aviation operations for compliance with organizational policy, regulatory requirements, limitations, and agency standards.
24.
Give extensive technical, policy and regulatory guidance to internal customers and external persons desiring to enter the aviation business and advice and assistance to current contractors in dealing with their day-to-day problems.
25.
I certify, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by me with my application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). I understand that the information provided may be investigated. I understand that misrepresenting my experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in or with my application may be grounds for not hiring me or for terminating me after I begin work. I also understand that false or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).