What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Traffic Controller, Supervisory position at Air Force Civilian Service?
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The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Supervisory), GS-2152-11, located at the Airfield Operations Flight (OSA), Pacific Air Force's Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK.
NO 180-DAY WAIVER NEEDED!
Special Salary Rate:103,000 - 117,000
Recruitment incentives may be available based on eligibility.
In this role, you will serve as a first-level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and control over non-supervisory employees. The incumbent provides watch supervisory Air Traffic Control duties for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Control Tower and Precision Approach Radar (PAR) operations, and functions as a senior controller to issue control instructions to aircraft operating under visual and instrument flight rules.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/
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AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Supervisory), GS-2152-11, located at the Airfield Operations Flight (OSA), Pacific Air Force's Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK.
NO 180-DAY WAIVER NEEDED!
Special Salary Rate:103,000 - 117,000
Recruitment incentives may be available based on eligibility.
In this role, you will serve as a first-level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and control over non-supervisory employees. The incumbent provides watch supervisory Air Traffic Control duties for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Control Tower and Precision Approach Radar (PAR) operations, and functions as a senior controller to issue control instructions to aircraft operating under visual and instrument flight rules.
- US citizenship is required
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance
- Must possess valid air traffic controller certification and obtain/maintain currency of the same
- This is a designated drug testing position
- Supervisory experience is highly desired
- Knowledge of Terminal Air Traffic Control Procedures, including Tower and Precision Approach Radar (PAR) within TRSA and Class D airspace, as well as the overarching laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing air traffic movement
- Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures, as well as the functional and operational limitations of all ATC equipment, airfield/approach lighting, ATCALS, arresting systems, and related support systems
- Knowledge of weather phenomena, localized meteorological effects, and appropriate reporting and dissemination procedures
- Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the operational functions, resources, and personnel of a small to medium-sized organization
- Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions
- Provide front and back copies of Federal Aviation Administration Credential card for Air Traffic Control Specialist qualifications
- Meet medical requirements for Civilian DoD/Federal Air Traffic Control Specialists and obtain and provide a copy of a current FAA Medical Certificate
- The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis, the physical, mental, and medical standards for ATC duties as specified by the OPM qualification standard for GS-2152
- Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC specialist certification and maintain same
- At least 3-5 years ATC tower experience is highly desired
Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/
To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.”
AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.