Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Scott AFB, Illinois
Salary Range: $91779 - $119315 Per Year
Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as an Air Operations Specialist responsible for duties associated with planning, analyzing, coordinating and executing US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) validated airlift missions, execution, development of policy and directives and implementation actions for airlift operations.
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Qualifications: Conditions of Employment cont. Mission Essential- This position may be designated mission essential based on local conditions. Mission essential personnel report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release. IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME): needed to ensure the continued operation of mission essential functions of the activity. Mission essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP), The employee is subject to random drug testing. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing as a condition of employment in accordance with AFM 44-198, Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Transportation Operations Series 2150. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent in other pay systems, in maintaining, retailing, purchasing, or procurement of automotive, rail, air, bus, or other transportation equipment or services, or in the operation of a commercial transportation facility or terminal. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of fleet operations; familiarity with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the use of transportation vehicles; and the maintenance of inventories and cost computations. Examples of specialized experience include: Knowledge of a wide range of air transportation operations policies, principles, practices, operational concepts, processes, flight following operations, procedures and guidelines, including but not limited to flight operations, Air Force flying instructions, aircrew flying limitations and crew rest requirements, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARS), airfield information and restrictions, Flight Information Publications (FLIP) documents, guidelines, worldwide route planning, international airway routes and structures, controlled and uncontrolled airspace, and worldwide diplomatic clearance requirements. Knowledge of organic and commercially contracted air transportation operations, aircraft performance capabilities, restrictions, limitations, and policies. Ability to conduct air transportation operations studies and detailed analysis of complex air transportation operations functions and processes. Knowledge of various computer programs that pertain to the command and control of transportation operations and those systems required to perform the work. Skill and ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and through verbal communication to include development of detailed Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for specific missions, as required. Ability to develop executable airlift mission itineraries, to include the coordination of air refueling, if required. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of air transportation operations policies, principles, practices, operational concepts, processes, flight following operations, procedures and guidelines, including but not limited to flight operations, AirForce flying instructions, aircrew flying limitations and crew rest requirements, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARS),airfield information and restrictions, Flight Information Publications (FLIP) documents, guidelines, worldwide route planning, international airway routes and structures, controlled and uncontrolled airspace, and worldwide diplomatic clearance requirements. Knowledge of organic and commercially contracted air transportation operations, aircraft performance capabilities, restrictions, limitations, and policies. Ability to conduct air transportation operations studies and detailed analysis of complex air transportation operations functions and processes. Knowledge of various computer programs that pertain to the command and control of transportation operations and those systems required to perform the work. Skill and ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and through verbal communication to include development of detailed Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for specific missions, as required. Ability to develop executable airlift mission itineraries, to include the coordination of air refueling, if required. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/22/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12865430 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Application Deadline: 2026-01-22