Summary Join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Aircraft Dispatch Inspector. The FAA creates a work environment rich in opportunity, diversity, teamwork, and work life balance. Enjoy benefits like weekends off, paid holidays, steady work hours, sick & annual leave, health insurance, and more. Begin a rewarding career with the FAA and be a part of a select group of individuals whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world! Responsibilities The Aviation Safety Inspector (Aircraft Dispatch) serves at the certificated dispatch/operational control expert technical authority to interface between assigned air carriers/course operators/designated aircraft dispatcher examiners (DADE) and the FAA. The incumbent will be required to complete initial new hire training to include formal and on-the-job training up to 24 months. The Aviation Safety Inspector (Aircraft Dispatch) ensures that the individuals and organizations continuously meet the standards prescribed by and applicable to Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), agency orders and directives and ensures compliance in all aspects of dispatch and operational control-related issues through the use of a planned surveillance and inspection program on a continuing basis. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications All applicants must meet the following basic requirements: Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation Regulations violations in the last 5 years; Valid State driver's license; Fluency in English; No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and High school graduate or equivalent. Medical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector Aircraft Dispatch position. They must: Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read, without strain, printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted); Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others that would interfere with the their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft. Specialized Experience Requirements: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, applicants must meet the specialized experience requirements as outlined below. Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate Recency of experience: A portion of the applicant’s specialized experience must have been gained within the last three years. At least two years of experience as a part 121 scheduled domestic and/or scheduled international (flag) dispatcher, and at least one year of experience in at least one of the following positions: Air Transportation Supervisor (ATS); Designated Aircraft Dispatcher Examiner (DADE); An Aircraft Dispatcher with primary responsibility for developing, creating, and/or revising dispatch manuals and procedures which require a comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements and current FAA policy for a Part 121 Air Carrier; or A Dispatch Instructor for a Part 121 Air Carrier. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Education Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent. 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. Incomplete Applications: Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Interviews: The Flight Standards Service utilizes a National Centralized Hiring Process (NCHP), for standardized interviewing, screening, and verification of qualifications and experience of Aviation Safety Inspector applicants. Applicants will be required to appear in person or via Zoom for an interview and/or other assessments to determine whether they possess the necessary qualifications, competencies and personal qualities to successfully perform Aviation Safety Inspector duties. Applicants will be questioned about information on their application and will be required to show appropriate airmen certificates to substantiate that the applicant meets the requirements of this announcement. Interviews for this position are conducted at any NCHP location. If contacted for an interview, interview travel expenses may be reimbursed. All or none of the applicant referred may be contacted for an interview. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA