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Summary Serve as an Air Traffic Security Coordinator (ATSC) in the Domestic Events Network (DEN) located at the Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC), Directly involved in the day to day operation of the National Airspace System (NAS) and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of domestic, military and international air traffic. Responsibilities Performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments. Responsible for planning and coordinating with counterparts in the Federal, state, local, military, public and private organizations exchanging information on real-time aviation security-related issues. Coordinates intelligence reporting and its nexus to the operational aspects of the NAS. Maintains close liaison with homeland security/national defense at operations decision-making levels. Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic control procedures and operations; as well, as technical knowledge of the aviation security and military operations related to national security and operational events and or issues. The ATCS is the subject matter expert regarding air traffic control procedures and requirements. Serves as the focal point for all active security measures and adjustments in the NAS. Develops, coordinates, and executes detailed plans for security of air traffic and air navigation aids. Implements and integrates national security measures on a tactical dynamic basis taking action to cancel or modify as appropriate. Monitors and analyzes active security measures, optimizing timely coordination to ensure minimal impact to the NAS. Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but almost always require the development of new and innovative approaches. Develops alternate security measures when national initiatives are not appropriate or sufficient. Identifies and resolves highly complex issues and problems related to the security of the NAS. Reviews operational security initiatives and provides recommendations to the Director, System Operations Security. Maintains an active awareness of the presidential airspace security initiatives. Uses expertise at the national level in a major air traffic control staff function or major national program as a senior project manager or team leader for large, challenging activities. Provides real-time coordination of the President of the United States (POTUS), Vice President of the United States (VPOTUS), First Lady of the United States (FLOTUS), or USSS-supported VIP movements; and real-time coordination for prohibited area access and the monitoring of special interest flights identified by the FAA, the Department of Defense, Department of State, Homeland Security or other national security agencies. Coordinates and implements agency continuity of Operations (COOP)/Continuity of Government (COG) initiatives upon activation. Serves as the final authority regarding NAS operations involving COOP/COG activities; as such, provides tactical coordination of classified operations in the NAS. Provides advice and technical guidance on interdiction issues and law enforcement air operations in order to ensure compliance with air traffic control plans, policies and procedures. Provides guidance on operational capabilities and limitations of the FAA. Addresses air traffic control procedures to effectively accomplish the global mission, both in peacetime training and actual tactical operations incident to war or threats of war. Provides expert guidance on aviation security and air traffic control techniques, procedures and processes as well as developing complex reports and presentations on operational issues. Represents the FAA at the national level as the agency focal point for major projects or programs. Recommends organizational positions on major programs and issues to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution. Recommends organizational positions on major programs and issues to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized Experience at the next lower level, FV-J: --Experience with air traffic management including the separating and controlling of air traffic in an air traffic facility/specialty, specifically Terminal or En Route radar. OR --Experience in aviation security operations in support of national defense and homeland security. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations. 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. * 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. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. Additional Information We 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/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements The U.S. 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. 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. Applicants may be asked to verify information they have provided on their application for employment with the FAA. Please ensure that you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits This is a Level 4 (Special Sensitive; TS/SCI) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. This is not a bargaining unit position. 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