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This job posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation (DOT). If you have any questions regarding this civil service recruitment, contact the DOT Personnel Office at (808) 587-2145, Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm (HST). The Department of Human Resources Development- State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office.

The Airport Operations Controller III serves as the senior controller on a shift at HNL. In addition to the independent performance of aircraft ground operations control work, positions in this class direct the work of one or more lower level Airport Operations Controllers on an assigned shift at HNL. General supervision is received from the Airport Operations Control Unit Supervisor II, and work is performed in accordance with standard operating procedures. In the absence of the unit supervisor, positions in this class may provide relief (e.g., represent the unit supervisor at meetings, conduct inspections, coordinate escorts as assigned). Assigns gate positions and terminal holding rooms to air carriers for arriving and/or departing aircraft; assigns aircraft to storage areas for engine testing and layovers; coordinates movement of aircraft in emergency situations; notifies air carriers of over parking and requires the removal of aircraft; receives and relays information and instructions by radio communication; patrols operational areas to monitor ground operations and traffic movements; inspects runways, taxiways, ramps and other areas for obstructions, damage and other hazardous conditions, and reports or takes immediate action to correct such conditions; enforces safety regulations; escorts or directs authorized personnel on the ramp or aircraft operating areas; issues notices and citations as necessary; tabulates aircraft revenue landings; assigns and reviews the work of assigned lower level personnel; participates in providing on-the-job training and airfield procedures orientation for new employees; assures the proper conduct of operations on a shift and handles emergency and other unusual situations; and prepares reports and keeps records.

To qualify, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:

General Experience: Two (2) years of work experience which demonstrates the following abilities: (1) meet and deal effectively with people; (2) understand and apply various rules and regulations; (3) prepare reports; and (4) act effectively in emergencies.

Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of work experience in airport ground operations control work which included the assignment and control of aircraft parking positions; direction and control of the movement of aircraft and vehicles on the ramp; inspection of runways; and inspection of airfields and aircraft parking ramps and enforcement of aircraft and vehicular operational rules and regulations. For the classes Airport Operations Controller III and Airport Operations Control Unit Supervisor I, at least one (1) year of the Specialized Experience required must have been comparable to the class Airport Operations Controller II in the State service.

Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license to drive in the State of Hawaii at the time of appointment.

Security Identification Area (SIDA) clearance- Federal Criminal History Records Check: In accordance with Federal regulations, person who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the SIDA clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within ten years from the date of application. Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years.

Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-2145 for assistance.

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TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.