SUPERVISORY AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 5)

Created at: June 17, 2025 00:04

Company: Air National Guard Units

Location: Fort Smith, AR, 72901

Job Description:

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY AIRFIELD MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Title 5), Position Description Number T5823000 and is part of the AR ANG 188 OSS FT, National Guard.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience that provided a general knowledge and understanding of traffic or transportation programs or operations. In addition to the IORs, include experience, education, and/or training providing a good understanding of administrative methods for accomplishing the work of an organization. Experience working with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the use of transportation vehicles. Experience in maintenance of inventories and cost computations. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training performing, administering, or supervising technical and analytical work concerned with planning, development and execution of traffic policies and programs. Experience interpreting applicable Federal, State, and local laws, and regulations concerning transportation and traffic procedures. Knowledge of transportation requirements and systems for specific geographic areas (International and Continental United States) Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
1. Plans, organizes, and directs, and controls airfield activities in support of flying missions, ensuring that airfield management services provided complies with legal and regulatory requirements. Provides pre-flight, enroute, and post flight services; coordinate and maintain liaison with military, federal, international and local agencies concerning flight planning, training route utilization, flight movement messages, searches/rescue operations, and base contingency/operational plans; and conduct airfield inspections/checks to insure adherence to airfield standards. Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of airfield management and flight service activities, ensuring that flying mission and/or flight safety is not compromised. Develops goals and objectives that integrate organization and Operations Support Squadron objectives. Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies DOD, Air Force, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and International Civil Aeronautical Organization (ICAO) rules and directives. Develops procedures for advising military/civilian agencies on closure of runways, taxiways, or aircraft parking aprons/spots, airfield repairs/construction, and availability of airfield lighting/navigational aid systems. Provides guidance and coordination in emergency situations on the airfield. Inspects the airfield after emergencies/accidents, assesses damage to airfield property, and directs the necessary actions to repair and reopen airfield facilities. Establishes metrics and analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Performs self-inspection and presents detailed and comprehensive report with any corrective action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. Develop, manage, and administer the base-wide airfield driving/training familiarization program. Performs duties as the Assistant Airfield Manager in accordance with applicable regulations and acts as the Airfield Manager in the absence of the AFM. 2. Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of (functional area) and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor of significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. 3. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. These individuals may be on various types of employment status such as Air Technician, AGR and Special Training or other approved man-day orders. Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher-level management. Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Encourages self-development. DUTIES CONTINES IN THE EDUCATION SECTION.


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