Federal
ATCS, Certified Professional Controller (CPC)(Level 12),AT-2152-LH
Federal Aviation Administration ยท Department of Transportation
About This Position
Serves as a Radar Controller at a Level 12 radar cab or radar approach control facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications for Certified Professional Controller (CPC) positions in the terminal and en route options: Specialized Experience Required for CPC Positions: Must have been facility rated or area certified in an ATO terminal/en route facility. Rating and Evaluation Criteria: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, candidates will be rated in accordance with the instructions on FAA Form 3330-43-1 (dated 6/00), Rating of Air Traffic Experience for AT Movement. Employees that have not been facility radar certified at a level 10 or above Terminal facility will be required to pass the Ten Eleven Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA). Please read the New York TRACON (N90) Academy and Employee Transfer Procedures at https://www.faa.gov/jobs/media/NY_Tracon_Transfer_Procedures.pdf.
Major Duties
Serves as a Radar Controller at a Level 12 radar cab or radar approach control facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. A Level 12 radar approach control is characterized by a traffic density measure of 100 or more instrument operations per hour. Incumbent projects a positive, cooperative attitude towards system users and operators.
Conditions of Employment
We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.
Education
There is no positive education requirement for this vacancy.
How You Will Be Evaluated
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
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 This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Interview Policy: If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed. Required Forms: Form 3330-43-1 must be signed by applicant and rating official to receive consideration. Applicants who fail to submit required form(s) will not be considered. Form(s) requiring signature and date may be reproduced, but must be submitted with original signatures. None of these form(s) will be subsequently loaned or returned to the applicant. FAA Form 3330-43-1 can be found on the following website or by contacting the Human Resource Office point of contact listed in the announcement. http://jobs.faa.gov/ApplicationForms.asp Requirement for physical certificate: The person selected for this position must maintain medical clearance. Requirement for Security Clearance: Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirement. Drug and Alcohol Testing Program: This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to preemployment or preappointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Security Requirements: This position requires a National Agency Check and Inquiry with Credit (NACI), prior to appointment unless a waiver is obtained. In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding, C90/N90 Return Rights and Priority Release dated March 15, 2016, employees that transfer and do not achieve full certification, other than those that have an approved hardship with an available vacancy, will be transferred back to their prior facility and will not be processed in accordance with the EMP 1.14a. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
How to Apply
Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position. You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register. RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION. We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week. Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA. Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible. You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Required Documents
HOW TO APPLY: APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE ON-LINE APPLICATION USING THE AVIATOR SYSTEM TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT. Faxed, mailed or e-mailed applications cannot be accepted. In addition to the on-line application, please complete and submit Form 3330-43-1 to our office by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. This document should be submitted to the Federal Aviation Administration, 1 Aviation Plaza, Jamaica, NY 11434, Attn: Shawn Farmer, or forward via facsimile (FAX) to (718) 995-5688. (Not responsible for incomplete faxed application packages.) Include name and announcement number on each page submitted. Applicants who fail to submit required form(s) will not be considered. Form(s) requiring signature and date may be reproduced, but must be submitted with original signatures. None of these form(s) will be subsequently loaned or returned to the applicant. If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy. If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/. Forms: FAA-3330-43-1 : Rating of Air Traffic Experience For AT Movement
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the ATCS, Certified Professional Controller (CPC)(Level 12),AT-2152-LH position at Federal Aviation Administration?
The salary range for this position is $179,627 - $225,700/yr. This is a AT-LH position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the ATCS, Certified Professional Controller (CPC)(Level 12),AT-2152-LH job located?
This position is located in Westbury, New York. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Basic qualifications for Certified Professional Controller (CPC) positions in the terminal and en route options: Specialized Experience Required for CPC Positions: Must have been facility rated or area certified in an ATO terminal/en route facility. Rating and Evaluation Criteria: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, candidates wil...
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 Jan 6, 2027.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does AT-LH mean?
AT-LH 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.