Pilot job in La Grande, OR with USDA
01-01-2009, 09:08 AM
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Pilot job in La Grande, OR with USDA
Airplane Pilot
SALARY RANGE: 65,315.00 - 84,913.00 USD per year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, December 22, 2008
to Monday, January 12, 2009
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2181-12/12 POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12 DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - La Grande, OR
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
This announcement is open to all United States citizens.
(Current and Former Federal employees may also apply with a separate
application to Merit Promotion vacancy announcement #6WS-2009-0036)
***The salary listed does not reflect any increases that may be
received in 2009***
JOB SUMMARY:
You can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture's
(USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright,
energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and
international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect
the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. MRP
offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the
workplace. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an
organization that protects the health and agriculture of the
American people. Join our team!
About the Position
This position is that of a Wildlife Service Pilot (fixed-wing),
Wildlife Services (WS) Program, US Department of Agriculture, Animal
Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS). This position is
located in La Grande, Oregon. The primary purpose of this position
is concerned with the pilot duties and responsibilities in support
of WS operations to protect a variety of resources and human
interests from wildlife damage.
Secondary functions of this position may include Check Airman and/or
Certified Flight Instructor Pilot duties. the primary functions of
the Check Airman are to evaluate Airplane Pilot performance and
compliance with established low-level aerial operations flight
standards and to provide objective feedback on the effectiveness of
training provided the Airplane Pilots. The primary functions of the
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) include: the training and
evaluation of students; the development of techniques and methods
for instruction; the development of plans for the implementation of
new instruction materials; and the development of methods to ensure
standardization of training and evaluation of students.
The aircraft of operation is a light single-engine fixed-wing
airplane with conventional landing gear (tail wheel) carrying two
people in tandem, including pilot, and is used to achieve the agency
mission. These aircraft are specifically modified and equipped for
wildlife damage management operations. Operating speeds are
significantly slower than in comparison to other aircraft (typically
60 knots or less), at typical altitudes from ground level to 200
feet. Primarily operated under visual flight rules during daylight
hours and designated for short range operation.
APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all
Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating
temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some
time during their careers with APHIS. For details click:
APHIS Emergency Response
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizenship
Position is subject to random and applicant drug testing
Required to sign an Inquiry for Positions Requiring Possession of Firearms
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with the Selective Service
DD214 (Member 4 copy)/veterans' documents for veterans' preference
SALARY RANGE: 65,315.00 - 84,913.00 USD per year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, December 22, 2008
to Monday, January 12, 2009
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2181-12/12 POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12 DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - La Grande, OR
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
This announcement is open to all United States citizens.
(Current and Former Federal employees may also apply with a separate
application to Merit Promotion vacancy announcement #6WS-2009-0036)
***The salary listed does not reflect any increases that may be
received in 2009***
JOB SUMMARY:
You can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture's
(USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright,
energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and
international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect
the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. MRP
offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the
workplace. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an
organization that protects the health and agriculture of the
American people. Join our team!
About the Position
This position is that of a Wildlife Service Pilot (fixed-wing),
Wildlife Services (WS) Program, US Department of Agriculture, Animal
Plant Health and Inspection Service (APHIS). This position is
located in La Grande, Oregon. The primary purpose of this position
is concerned with the pilot duties and responsibilities in support
of WS operations to protect a variety of resources and human
interests from wildlife damage.
Secondary functions of this position may include Check Airman and/or
Certified Flight Instructor Pilot duties. the primary functions of
the Check Airman are to evaluate Airplane Pilot performance and
compliance with established low-level aerial operations flight
standards and to provide objective feedback on the effectiveness of
training provided the Airplane Pilots. The primary functions of the
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) include: the training and
evaluation of students; the development of techniques and methods
for instruction; the development of plans for the implementation of
new instruction materials; and the development of methods to ensure
standardization of training and evaluation of students.
The aircraft of operation is a light single-engine fixed-wing
airplane with conventional landing gear (tail wheel) carrying two
people in tandem, including pilot, and is used to achieve the agency
mission. These aircraft are specifically modified and equipped for
wildlife damage management operations. Operating speeds are
significantly slower than in comparison to other aircraft (typically
60 knots or less), at typical altitudes from ground level to 200
feet. Primarily operated under visual flight rules during daylight
hours and designated for short range operation.
APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all
Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating
temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some
time during their careers with APHIS. For details click:
APHIS Emergency Response
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. Citizenship
Position is subject to random and applicant drug testing
Required to sign an Inquiry for Positions Requiring Possession of Firearms
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with the Selective Service
DD214 (Member 4 copy)/veterans' documents for veterans' preference
01-21-2009, 03:25 PM
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Position: G280- Captain
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Yea, I already got my rejection from them. They want some pretty unrealistic experience. A pilot who has some time (which I had), but also knows how to track animals from the air and know about habitats and other wildlife aspects. They were more concerned with what you knew about wildlife than they were about your flying experience. I guess there are guys out there who are a fit for this job.
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