Qualifications

Basic Requirement for GS-1340 Positions: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in meteorology, atmospheric science, or other natural science major that included: A) at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours in meteorology/atmospheric science including a minimum of: 1) 6 semester hours of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics*; 2) 6 semester hours of analysis and prediction of weather systems (synoptic/mesoscale); 3) 3 semester hours of physical meteorology; 4) 2 semester hours of remote sensing of the atmosphere and/or instrumentation; AND B) 6 semester hours of physics, with at least one course that includes laboratory sessions*; C) 3 semester hours of ordinary differential equations*; D) at least 9 semester hours for a physical science major in any combination of three or more of the following: physical hydrology, statistics, chemistry, physical oceanography, physical climatology, radiative transfer, aeronomy, advanced thermodynamics, advanced electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and computer science.

(*Prerequisite or corequisite of calculus for course work in atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics, physics, and differential equations must be appropriate for a physical science major)

OR

Combination of education and experience -- course work as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

AND

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience for GS-1340-12 which includes mastery of advanced meteorological concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment sufficient to apply experimental theories, principles, and concepts to the entire spectrum of weather services provided to unmanned/manned space launch and/or ballistic missile systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the GS-13 grade/level or equivalent position in the federal service. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.



FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-12 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.



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:

1. Knowledge of professional meteorology concepts, principles, techniques, and practices, including weather observation, forecasting, communications, meteorological equipment, and support procedures to serve as the senior Launch Weather Officer (LWO) responsible for the entire spectrum of weather services provided to unmanned/manned space launch and/or ballistic missile systems.

2. Knowledge of weather methods and procedures sufficient to apply experimental theories and/or new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction to resolve major conflicts or recommend new strategies to meet unusual needs or special demands in range operations and spacelift mission requirements.

3. Knowledge of advanced meteorological theories, concepts, principles, and processes to develop and validate new requirements, technical approaches, product proposals, etc., to improve customer support, as well as knowledge of and use of sophisticated state-of-the-art weather instrumentation, equipment, systems, and numerical weather prediction (NWP) models.

4. Knowledge of meteorological policies, organization capabilities, and in-depth understanding of available programs and user requirements; knowledge of tropical weather forecasting to include tropical storm and hurricane forecasting with the latest in meteorological equipment.

5. Ability to set priorities and make high-quality decisions in a fast-paced, high stress operational environment where the situation is often under influence of numerous variables and rapid change, including the ability to work with a large number of professionals (DoD, other federal agencies, contractors, academia, etc.).

6. Ability to teach/mentor and communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both 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.