Federal

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TITLE 32)

Air National Guard Units ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ Tyndall AFB, Florida GS-12 $103,225 - $134,195/yr
Posted: Jan 15, 2026 Deadline: Feb 16, 2026 (Closes tomorrow days left)

About This Position

This National Guard position is for a AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2989000 and is part of the FL HQ 101 AOG, National Guard.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open to Category 1: All permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the agency Category 3: All current military members of the Florida National Guard; and Category 4: All individuals who qualify for membership in the Florida National Guard and are willing to become T32 Dual Status technicians. First consideration will be given to Category 1. PCS: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, MAY be authorized. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses will be granted ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. Recruitment / Relocation: Incentive MAY be authorized. ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. T32/T5- AIR Bargaining ONLY FLANG BUS Code NG0523: This position is "included" in the bargaining unit and eligible for labor organization representation. The current exclusive representative is The Association of Civilian Technicians, Chapter 86 and the President is Mr. Robert Morgan at [email protected] NOTE: 1. *** Applicants must upload a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower Operator Certificate, to be considered. 2. Position requires temporary work away from normal duty station (TOY IT AD). 3. May be required to travel by commercial or military aircraft. 4. May be required to work overtime. 5. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty (i.e. evenings, weekends, holidays) 6. This is a testing designated position. The employee is subject to random drug testing. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 Must have at least one year of specialized experiences at the GS-11 level or the equivalent which provides knowledge and/or experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the full management level of work of the specialization for which application is made; experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of providing information to pilots on such matters as weather, air routes, navigational aids, and airport conditions before and during flight; issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement; controlling aircraft operating enroute along the airways to assure proper separation and safe and expeditious movement of such aircraft.

Major Duties

As a AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-2152-12, you will provide oversight of military flying units, alert site detachments and government aviation resources operating in support of NORAD and NORTHCOM missions. Recommends airspace allocation and utilization, the design and formulation of special use airspace, low altitude routes, and air defense operations. Analyzes requirements and identifies and resolves problems of conflicts between operational requirements and capabilities of the National Airspace System (NAS). Provides technical advice and staff assistance on FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) policies and procedures relating to airspace use and Air Traffic Control matters. Assists in the development of local operating agreements.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

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.

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Resume: (must be 2 pages ONLY and must include 3 references) 1. First and Last Name 2. Contact Information (Address, Phone Number and Email) 3. Position Title(s) 4. Company/Organization Name(s) 5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR) 6. Duties Performed - it is best practice to be specific and focus on the duties performed that are like (similar to/relative to/consistent with) the position you are applying for. **Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified** Transcripts: Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided. SF-50: If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit the most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). **This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency** DD214s: Most recent DD214 member-4 (If applicable) Veteran's preference (VA Letter): Most recent Benefit Summary/Service verification Letter (If applicable) Final Retirement Orders: Appropriate final military orders (Ex: Medical and/or Regular retirement) (If applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TITLE 32) position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $103,225 - $134,195/yr. This is a GS-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TITLE 32) job located?
This position is located in Tyndall AFB, Florida. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open to Category 1: All permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the agency Category 3: All current military members of the Florida National Guard; and Category 4: All individuals who qualify for membership...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Feb 16, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does GS-12 mean?
GS-12 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.