AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR, Position Description Number PDD0734000 and is part of the Mississippi National Guard.

What you will do

• As a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR, WS-8852-10, you will supervise workers, either directly or through one or more subordinate leaders and/or supervisors, in accomplishing the operations of a distinct organizational unit and to perform associated nonsupervisory work.
• The occupation and nonsupervisory grade level which best reflects the nature of the overall work operations supervised is Aircraft Mechanic, WG-8852-10.
• (1) Planning: Plans weekly or monthly work schedules and sequence of operations.
• Establishes deadlines and priorities based on established general schedules, methods and policies.
• Determines skills, materials and equipment required to do the work.
• Participates in the initial planning of current and future work schedules and development of budget requests.
• Provides workload data, estimates, information on staffing needs, and recommendations as the scheduling of projected work.
• (2) Work Direction: Assigns tasks to be performed.
• Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures.
• Instructs subordinates on new procedures or methods and provides assistance on difficult or new problem areas.
• Reviews work in progress or on completion.
• Makes adjustments as necessary to effectively and economically accomplish the work.
• Notes and investigates work related problems and independently implements corrective actions which can be taken without affecting work operations controlled by other supervisors.
• Assures that equipment and materiel is available when needed.
• Coordinates work with other units.
• (3) Administration: Recommends and participates in the selection of personnel to fill vacancies.
• Schedules and approves leave of subordinates.
• Sets performance requirements and makes formal and informal performance appraisals.
• Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for its accomplishment.
• Counsels employees on problems.
• Adjusts informal complaints through discussions with employees and union representatives.
• Takes informal corrective action on conduct or performance problems.
• Initiates proposals for disciplinary action where needed.
• Works to achieve the objectives of Government-wide programs and policies, e.g., equal employment opportunity and labor management relations.
• Promotes the participation of subordinates in programs such as the suggestion program, cost reduction program, etc. Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed with appropriate protective clothing and equipment being utilized.
• Maintains production reports and records.
• Periodically reviews position descriptions of subordinates for currency and accuracy.
• Initiates the detailing of subordinates to positions other than their own.
• Initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods, organizational features, and the structuring of positions to eliminate unnecessary positions and achieve optimum content in those remaining.
• (4) Performs the nonsupervisory work of the function as needed.
• (5) Implements regulatory safety requirements and ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.
• (6) Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.
• May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
• (7) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• E7 - E8 Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
• CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: 1.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
• An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
• You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Wear of the military uniform is MANDATORY.

Education

No substitution of education for specialized experience.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Documents you must provide

• DO NOT USE A MOBILE DEVICE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION DOCUMENTS) 1.
• RESUME Your resume MUST BE IN PDF document format.
• The resume maybe submitted in any writing format but must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
• To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume.
• 1If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
• For qualifications determinations your resume must contain SALARIES, HOURS WORKED PER WEEK, AND THE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB.
• Example: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present.
• If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position.
• SF-50 To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) which can be retrieved from MyBiz , *** or eOPF, ***
• Please do not call Agency for a copy of your SF-50.
• If you are unable to provide the required documents, it is your responsibility to inform the hiring agency before the job closes.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• All documents submitted must be in PDF document format.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***).