Duties

Major Duties: Serves as an Airplane Pilot for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument (collectively referred to as GLCA). Serves as a Pilot in Command of a single engine piston fixed wing aircraft in wheeled configuration. As such, performs aircraft operations involving flights over remote terrain that originate from paved runways and landing strips that are one way, restricted in size and approach path and go-around options. Short field and ground effect takeoff and landing skills are frequently utilized; these flights are often conducted at low levels (below 500 ft AGL), at minimum controllable air speeds under hazardous conditions in extreme desert heat over mountains, in canyons, and over open water areas. The high-density altitude conditions which include temperatures over 100 degrees F require expert pilot skills under normal circumstances. Reduced power and lift due to high temperatures and air current variances over canyon country requires the pilot to recognize and anticipate environmental factors which can affect aircraft performance. Mission critical flights may be conducted in periods of adverse weather. Fights may be conducted at night in accordance with applicable DOI/OAS (Office of Aviation Services) policy.
Physical Demands: Aviation work frequently requires stressful activities and/or some physical exertion that are routine for all airplane pilots. Requires some manual dexterity and other physical activities (e.g., listening, kneeling, standing, sitting, stooping, talking, walking, etc.) in all types of terrain with regard to the normal aviation environment (i.e., airstrips, hangars, tarmacs, other areas where an airplane may be parked such that an inspection or maintenance of the airplane is likely to be performed, etc.). Must be emotionally, mentally, and physically sound. In addition, is subject to periodic medical exams required of a commercial airplane pilot. Excellent physical conditioning is necessary and self-monitoring for signs of fatigue and/or dehydration is an essential necessity. Flying duties require excellent coordination and dexterity to operate aircraft effectively and safely.
Working Conditions: Environment varies from an office to an airplane cockpit, to the outdoors and work is performed in all three environments. Work may involve exposure to adverse weather, the discomfort of manual work, and some unpredictable hazards involved in the operation of an airplane. While working on the ground or in the airplane the incumbent will be exposed to the extreme conditions of the desert environment, including temperatures ranging from 20F to 100F, high winds, snow, ice, rain, and dust. In cases of emergency, help may not be readily available and special safety and survival precautions must be taken. Work is routinely performed in a small airplane, hangar, office, and outdoors. The office environment is adequately heated and cooled, both well lighted and ventilated. Field work is normally performed in the airplane cockpit but may include occasions with exposure to desert conditions characterized by rugged terrain, changeable weather, extremely high temperatures, high winds, varying water levels, insects, wild animals, and other conditions which present unusual and sometimes severe safety and logistical problems requiring prompt and sound judgment.
Activities, especially airplane maintenance, may cause exposure to chemicals, fluids, materials, or other solvents utilized when around airplanes that may be hazardous or pose safety concerns. The incumbent will be subject to hazardous conditions, low altitude flights, varying weather conditions, poor communications, and flying from both improved and unimproved airstrips. Terrain is mountainous and unpopulated with flights subject to adverse environmental conditions. In case of emergency, help may be significantly delayed or not readily available. Aircraft operations frequently occur during summer desert temperature conditions with air temperatures in excess of 100 degrees F resulting in aircraft interior temperatures can be significantly hotter.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
• You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
• If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• You may be required to travel overnight away from home occasionally. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
• You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
• Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

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      • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
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  • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.

  • Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 80 on the rating criteria for this position.

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  Agency contact information

  Lindsay Heinrich

  Email

  lindsay_heinrich@nps.gov

  Address

  Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
  PO Box 1507
  Page, AZ 86040-1507
  US

  Next steps

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