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SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform highly complex (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agency's business function, division, or department in Maintenance and Management Compliance. Work involves providing maintenance, inspection, record keeping, developing guidelines, standards, and procedures and FAA compliance support for a fleet of approximately twenty-five (25) LAW enforcement aircraft, fixed-wing and rotary-wing. Supervise the work of others. Work under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Conduct maintenance and inspection record keeping for all aircraft operated by Texas DPS.
2. Track Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) publications and manual revisions on all airframes operated by Texas DPS.
3. Oversee the record keeping and inspections of any third-party vendors AOD utilizes for maintenance and repair.
4. Act as direct contact between Texas DPS (AOD) and maintenance vendors.
5. Conduct maintenance and safety audits on contract repair facilities.
6. Research and manage various FAA mandatory Airworthiness Directives (AD)
7. Assist avionic specialist, and radio technicians with maintenance work orders, unscheduled maintenance and repair.
8. Provide procurement of parts and repairs for aircraft.
9. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Graduation from a standard senior-high school with a High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Must have some college courses in Airframe & Power Plant.
Experience - Minimum of ten (10) years' experience working on Airbus products. Must provide documented experience working on Airbus A-Star variants; documented fixed-wing maintenance; Supervisor/Maintenance Coordinator experience is preferred.
Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described, or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Licensure and/or Certification - Must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Must possess a current FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certification at the time of application. Must have attended and completed Airbus Helicopters Field Maintenance Program and Safran Level 1 Maintenance Program.
Regulatory knowledge - Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures.
Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership skills - Knowledge of management/supervisory methods and principles, performance/productivity standards, and fiscal/budget management. Ability to develop plans, policies, and procedures for efficient workflow and overall effectiveness. Ability to provide clear direction to others, promote teamwork and motivate others to accomplish goals.
Technology - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS) and be able to learn new software/systems. Must have knowledge in Digital AirWare.
Interpersonal Skills - Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS' core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.
Organizational and Prioritization Skills - Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.
Presentation/Communication Skills - Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations and/or communications to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.
Research and Comprehension - Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail - Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.
Confidentiality and Protected Information - Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.
Safety - Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.
Schedule and/or Remote/Telecommuting work and/or Travel - Availability for after-hours, weekends, holidays, overnight, and emergencies work may be required as needed. Must be available 24/7. Telecommuting up to two (2) days per week. Travel - in city, surrounding areas, and statewide up to 25% of the time.
PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Environment: Office/Indoors, Vehicle, and/or Aircraft (fixed wing & rotary wing);
- Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, balance, kneel, crouch;
- Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
- Ability to speak, hear, smell, and exercise visual acuity;
- Ability to transfer weights of up to seventy-five (75) pounds anticipated for this position;
- Driving requirements: Daily (twenty-five [25 %]).
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/
A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.
A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.
Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.
State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.
