Position Overview
Agency: [redacted], Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of Aviation Services (OAS)
Location: Boise, ID
Grade/Salary:

• GS-12: $107,939–$140,317 per year

• GS-13: $128,354–$166,865 per year

Position Summary:
The PIC oversees DOI fixed-wing operations, evaluates contracted and DOI pilots, ensures compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and provides safety oversight for resource missions. The PIC advises management on aviation operations, safety policies, and mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and evaluate contractor and DOI pilots for compliance with OAS policy, FARs, and contract requirements.

• Issue or revoke pilot authorization cards and provide corrective action guidance.

• Conduct surveillance and inspections of contractor facilities and operations.

• Provide expert advice on flight operations, pilot training, aircraft modifications, and policy development.

• Conduct flight evaluations, training, and safety oversight for DOI and contracted operations.

• Collaborate with government and industry partners on aviation safety standards.

• Prepare detailed reports on inspections and findings.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 25% annually, with higher travel from January to June. Primary travel covers Western Region states.

Work Conditions:

• Indoor/outdoor work environments, including active flightlines and confined aircraft spaces.

• Exposure to adverse weather, high noise levels, and safety risks during mission flights.

• Long desk hours reviewing technical data and coordinating activities.

Qualifications (GS-12/GS-13):

1. General Requirements:

   • U.S. Citizen with valid state driver’s license.

   • Fluent in English, no chemical dependencies, and high school diploma or equivalent.

2. Medical Requirements:

   • FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate and ability to meet physical demands (e.g., climbing, lifting >50 lbs.).

3. General Aviation Requirements:

   • Commercial Pilot Certificate (instrument airplane rating) or ATP.

   • Minimum of 1,500 flight hours, including 100 hours in the last 3 years.

   • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) with multi-engine (MEI) and instrument (CFII) ratings.

4. Specialized Experience:

   • GS-12: Flight instruction and evaluation, PIC experience (1,000+ hours), natural resource aviation expertise.

   • GS-13: Additional experience in DOI or USFS missions (e.g., lead plane, air tactical).

Selective Placement Factors:
Applicants must hold one of the following:

1. Commercial Single-Engine Land (CSEL), Multi-Engine Land (CMEL), instrument rating, and CFI with MEI/CFII.

2. Airline Transport Pilot – Multi-Engine Land (ATP-MEL), CSEL, and CFI with MEI/CFII.

Additional Conditions of Employment:

• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and maintain medical requirements.

• Position is telework-eligible with supervisory approval.

For more details, visit OPM Qualification Standards.