Summary Position is located within the FAA, Technical Operations, and Logistics Program within the Los Angeles District/ SSC level. Performs a combination of routine, multiple, and varying assignments under the general direction of the District and/or management. Applies detailed knowledge and experience in accomplishing the following assignments. Responsibilities FV-F Band Duties: Performs basic but progressively more difficult assignments under the close direction of a manager, project/ program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Typically acts as a member of a team for projects/programs within a defined area of responsibility. Applies basic knowledge in the implementation of the FAA Logistics Program for the District/SSC level under general guidance from District and/or OSS management. Under close direction of a manager or more experienced team member, reviews logistic program administrative guidance, obligations and expenditures for compliance with laws and authorized funding. Processes personal property transactions using automated tools such as Automated Inventory Tracking System (AITS) and FAA Utilization, Screening and Disposal System (USO) in Logistics Inventory System (LIS). Researches and collects information in accordance with simplified acquisition guidelines and submit proposals, packages and information for review by the Contracting Officer (CO). Participates in the reconciliation of the inventory of real, personal property, and field spares. Analyzes initial tracking reports for exchange and repair delinquents, core exchange credits, and initial issue of test equipment. Coordinates with a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional to plan time and use assigned resources to accomplish tasks. Contacts are primarily internal to the organizational unit with a manager and other employees to share information, provide data and/or written analyses, and discuss the statuses of assignments. In some specialties, may have contacts with customers and other external parties on routine matters such as gathering information, explaining regulations, and discussing customers’ situations. Established policies/procedures provide detailed guidance for almost all assignments, with little or no room for discretion. Works under detailed instructions provided by a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Regularly refers problems and work issues to a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional for guidance. Work is reviewed regularly during assignments and at completion to ensure timeliness and all aspects of quality. FV-G Band Duties: Performs a combination of routine and multiple and varying assignments under the general direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Acts as an individual contributor and/or member of a team for projects/programs within a defined area of responsibility. Applies experience and detailed knowledge applicable to his/her discipline to plan and accomplish assignments. Typical assignments may include collecting and analyzing data/information; conducting research; applying policies and procedures; identifying problems; and working with higher level and lower level professionals in day-to-day operations. Also, reviews logistic program administrative guidance, obligations and expenditures for compliance with laws and authorized funding. Processes personal property transactions using automated tools such as the Automated Inventory Tracking System (AITS) and FAA Utilization, Screening and Disposal System (USO) in Logistics Inventory System (LIS). Please see the section below under "Qualifications" for continuing of Responsibilities/Duties of FV-G Band. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position at the FV-F, you must have 3 three years of general experience, one year of which was equivalent to at least FV-E, FG/GS-4 level OR Education Substitution(s). General experience must demonstrate the ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively. To qualify for this position at the FV-G, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-F, FG/GS 5-9 level OR Education Substitution(s). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes: experience processing personal property transactions; purchasing materials, supplies, services, and equipment; participating in property inventories; and analyzing financial reports. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. * Responsibilities/Duties continue FV-G Band (Continued): May perform Contracting Officer Representative (COR) duties for various contracts. Contracting Officer (CO) duties for assigned procurements to purchase materials, supplies, services and equipment using simplified acquisition guidelines and provide guidance to field personnel and managers. Conducts research and collects information in accordance with simplified acquisition guidelines and submit proposals, packages and information for review by the Contracting Officer (CO). Conducts, coordinates, participates in and/or reconcile inventory of real, personal property, and field spares. Analyzes financial tracking reports for exchange and repair delinquents, core exchange credits, and initial issue of test equipment. Demonstrates some independence in planning time and using assigned resources to accomplish tasks or small projects. Contacts are primarily internal to the organizational unit, major subdivision, or LOB/SO with a manager and other employees to share information, provide data and/or written analyses, and/or explain the statuses of assignments. Depending on the specialty, may have frequent contacts with customers and other external parties on routine matters such as gathering information, explaining regulations, and discussing the customers’ situations. Established policies/procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow some discretion for employee to select the most appropriate approach(es). Typically receives guidance on selecting approaches from a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Refers problems and work issues to a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional when guidelines are not available or applicable. Work typically is reviewed frequently during assignments and at completion to ensure timeliness, policy compliance, and alignment with the requirements of projects and/or other work activities. Education EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION FV-F: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university OR Combination of education and experience. EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION FV-G: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related Refer to OPMs Operating Manual Qualification Standards at, http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/group-stds/Gs-admin.asp for more information. To qualify based on education, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts. These documents must be uploaded or faxed by the closing date of this vacancy in order to receive consideration. 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. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, 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, 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. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. Equal or lower pay band/level applications will be accepted. Type of Appointment - Full Time Temporary NTE 2 years, Excepted Service Appointment. This is a temporary position not-to-exceed 2 year; it may be terminated sooner, extended or made permanent without further competition. Security Requirements: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Interviews: All or none of the applicants may be interviewed. Bargaining Unit: Position is covered by the PASS-Bargaining Unit Agreement. Locality rates California El Segundo & Palmdale - 35.84% Locality F band: $61,931 - $92,900; G band: $70,789 - $109,733 Nevada Las Vegas - 19.23% Locality F band: $54,358 - $81,540; G band: $62,133 - $96,315 This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PASS: Regional Tech Ops and AEA. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA