Meteorological Technician-Direct Hire Authority

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is meteorological services vital to the support of operational missions and resource protection for the base flying units, and other base operational organizations.

Duties

Performs specialized technical work in weather forecasting, observing, and reporting in support of 96th Test Wing weapons test and evaluation programs, base flying units, and other Department of Defense (DoD) agencies. Operates complex meteorological, communications, and other related equipment; determines training needs, develops techniques and procedures to be used in forecasting weather; interprets radar displays in performing a meteorological radar watch. Assimilates and synthesizes a vast array of highly technical meteorological data and output from complex weather models from a variety of sources in order to prepare highly complex and unique specialized forecasts supporting Eglin's weapons test programs. Monitors all communications circuits in the weather station and assigned external sites. Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, here. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 and above): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Measuring meteorological phenomena with scientific equipment and instrumentation. Observing and recording atmospheric characteristics, i.e., temperature, air movement, visibility, pressure, air density, cloud types. Decoding, plotting, and systematically recording data related to the physical characteristics of the atmosphere, i.e., charts, diagrams, cross sections. Collecting, analyzing, interpreting, adjusting, and verifying atmospheric and other meteorological data to confirm and improve accuracy and efficacy. Or COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: For GS-5 and above: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-3. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-08 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in measuring meteorological phenomena with scientific equipment and instrumentation with the ability to observe and recording atmospheric characteristics, i.e., temperature, air movement, visibility, pressure, air density, cloud types and decode, plot, and systematically record data related to the physical characteristics of the atmosphere, i.e., charts, diagrams, cross sections while collecting, analyzing, interpreting, adjusting, and verifying atmospheric and other meteorological data to confirm and improve accuracy and efficacy.NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of meteorological methods, techniques, and practices; ability to measure meteorological phenomena with scientific equipment and instrumentation; ability to collect, analyze, interpret, adjust, and verify atmospheric or other meteorological data for accuracy and efficacy. Knowledge of all phases of military meteorological support, to include weather observing, forecasting, communications, and operation of state-of-the-art meteorological and communications equipment. Knowledge of Doppler radar theory and proficiency in operating the radar and exploiting and interpreting its data. Ability to assimilate and synthesize highly technical meteorological data and output from complex weather models in order to prepare complex and specialized weather forecasts. Knowledge of meteorological related computer operations, including specialized software applications, database management, and system diagnostic functions. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NJ-03 equivalent to a GS-09 to GS-11. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.