53-2022.00 - Airfield Operations Specialists

Updated 2016

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53-2022.00 - Airfield Operations Specialists

Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel; dispatching; using airfield landing and navigational aids; implementing airfield safety procedures; monitoring and maintaining flight records; and applying knowledge of weather information.

Sample of reported job titles: Airport Duty Manager, Airport Operations Coordinator, Airport Operations Manager, Airport Operations Officer, Airport Operations Specialist, Assistant Manager Airside Operations, Flight Follower, Operations Agent, Operations Coordinator, Operations Supervisor

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
90	Core	Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
88	Core	Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
86	Core	Manage wildlife on and around airport grounds.
84	Core	Coordinate with agencies such as air traffic control, civil engineers, and command posts to ensure support of airfield management activities.
81	Core	Plan and coordinate airfield construction.
80	Core	Perform and supervise airfield management activities, including mobile airfield management functions.
79	Core	Coordinate communications between air traffic control and maintenance personnel.
78	Core	Train operations staff.
68	Core	Monitor the arrival, parking, refueling, loading, and departure of all aircraft.
75	Supplemental	Provide aircrews with information and services needed for airfield management and flight planning.
71	Supplemental	Maintain air-to-ground and point-to-point radio contact with aircraft commanders.
71	Supplemental	Maintain flight and events logs, air crew flying records, and flight operations records of incoming and outgoing flights.
70	Supplemental	Use airfield landing and navigational aids and digital data terminal communications equipment to perform duties.
70	Supplemental	Coordinate changes to flight itineraries with appropriate Air Traffic Control (ATC) agencies.
68	Supplemental	Anticipate aircraft equipment needs for air evacuation and cargo flights.
67	Supplemental	Procure, produce, and provide information on the safe operation of aircraft, such as flight planning publications, operations publications, charts and maps, and weather information.
67	Supplemental	Relay departure, arrival, delay, aircraft and airfield status, and other pertinent information to upline controlling agencies.
67	Supplemental	Receive and post weather information and flight plan data, such as air routes and arrival and departure times.
66	Supplemental	Receive, transmit, and control message traffic.
61	Supplemental	Collaborate with others to plan flight schedules and air crew assignments.
61	Supplemental	Conduct departure and arrival briefings.
59	Supplemental	Post visual display boards and status boards.
57	Supplemental	Coordinate with agencies to meet aircrew requirements for billeting, messing, refueling, ground transportation, and transient aircraft maintenance.
53	Supplemental	Check military flight plans with civilian agencies.

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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Accounting software — Intuit QuickBooks
Calendar and scheduling software — Operations scheduling software
Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software ; Microsoft Access ; Parking access revenue control system; TRMI Airport AVI (see all 6 examples)
Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
Enterprise resource planning ERP software — SAP
Expert system software — Decision Support Technologies Propworks
Internet protocol IP multimedia subsystem software — Internet Protocol Television Systems
Office suite software — Microsoft Office
Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
Project management software — Microsoft SharePoint
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
Word processing software — Microsoft Word

Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.

Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Alarm systems — Security alarm systems
All terrain vehicles tracked or wheeled — All terrain vehicles ATVs
Animal control traps — Animal traps
Area lighting — Airfield lighting equipment
Articulating boom lift — Bucket lifts
Desktop computers
Dump trucks
Fire extinguishers — Multipurpose fire extinguishers
Fire or rescue trucks — Emergency response vehicles; Fire vehicles
Flares — Pyrotechnic pistols
Forklifts — Wheeled forklifts
Joint cleaning or refacing machines — Crack sealing equipment
Lawnmowers — Lawn mowing tractors
Light trucks or sport utility vehicles — Utility trucks
Liquid crystal display LCD panels or monitors — Visual display boards
Multi function printers — Identification card printers
Power sanders — Paint stripping equipment
Road sweeper — Sweeper vehicles
Safety glasses — Protective glasses
Security or access control systems — Airfield access control systems
Snow blowers — Snow removal equipment
Sporting shotguns — Shotguns
Sporting traps — Snares
Two way radios — Mobile radios

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
81		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
76		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
75		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
66		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
59		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
58		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
58		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
55		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
51		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
49		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
48		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
48		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
47		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
44		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
42		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
41		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
37		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
33		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
31		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
28		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
28		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
27		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
25		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
24		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
20		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
19		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
17		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
17		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
12		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
11		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
10		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
4		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
1		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
75		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
69		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
69		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
69		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
66		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
66		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
56		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
56		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
56		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
53		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
53		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
53		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
50		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
50		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
50		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
50		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
50		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
47		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
47		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
47		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
44		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
38		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
38		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
28		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
28		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
25		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
22		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
16		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
16		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
13		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
13		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
3		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
0		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
0		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
0		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
81		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
78		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
75		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
72		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
72		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
69		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
66		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
66		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
66		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
66		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
63		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
60		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
60		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
53		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
53		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
53		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
50		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
50		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
50		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
50		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
47		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
47		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
44		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
44		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
38		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
38		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
38		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
38		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
35		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
31		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
31		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
31		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
31		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
28		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
25		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
25		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
25		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
25		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
22		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
22		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
22		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
19		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
19		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
19		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
16		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
16		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
16		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
16		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
16		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
3		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
87		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
86		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
84		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
83		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
81		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
79		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
79		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
76		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
74		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
74		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
74		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
73		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
72		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
68		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
67		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
63		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
63		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
61		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
59		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
59		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
58		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
57		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
56		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
55		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
54		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
52		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
50		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
50		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
50		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
48		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
47		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
44		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
44		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
44		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
42		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
37		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
34		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
33		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
28		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
27		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
27		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Plan flight operations.
Assist others during emergencies.
Coordinate flight control or management activities.
Plan work operations.
Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
Train transportation or material moving personnel.
Record operational details of travel.
Pilot aircraft.
Monitor vehicle movement or location.
Meet with coworkers to communicate work orders or plans.
Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.

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Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Work Context

Percentage of Top Responses

Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?


98	Every day

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?


86	Every day
12	Once a week or more but not every day

Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?


84	Every day
16	Once a week or more but not every day

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?


77	Every day
21	Once a week or more but not every day

Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?


64	Constant contact with others
34	Contact with others most of the time

Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?


64	Extremely important
21	Very important

Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?


70	Every day
16	Once a week or more but not every day

Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?


55	Extremely important
29	Very important

Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?


52	Every day
30	Once a week or more but not every day
12	Once a month or more but not every week

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?


63	Every day
23	Once a week or more but not every day

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?


55	Very important results
27	Important results
12	Moderate results

Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?


45	A lot of freedom
39	Some freedom
12	Limited freedom

Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?


72	Every day
12	Never

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?


56	Every day
21	Once a week or more but not every day
11	Once a month or more but not every week

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?


48	Extremely important
26	Very important
18	Important

Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?


42	Extremely important
34	Very important
13	Important

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?


39	Very high responsibility
30	High responsibility
20	Moderate responsibility
11	Limited responsibility

Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?


28	A lot of freedom
47	Some freedom
13	Limited freedom

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?


23	Every day
50	Once a week or more but not every day
19	Once a month or more but not every week

Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?


54	Extremely serious
11	Very serious
12	Serious
18	Not serious at all

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?


34	Every day
28	Once a week or more but not every day
15	Once a month or more but not every week
16	Once a year or more but not every month

Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?


15	Very close (near touching)
42	Moderately close (at arm's length)
37	Slightly close (e.g., shared office)

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?


43	Every day
16	Once a week or more but not every day
11	Once a month or more but not every week
23	Once a year or more but not every month

Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?


18	Every day
43	Once a week or more but not every day
22	Once a month or more but not every week
13	Once a year or more but not every month

Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?


25	Every day
33	Once a week or more but not every day
24	Once a month or more but not every week
11	Once a year or more but not every month

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?


18	Every day
30	Once a week or more but not every day
39	Once a month or more but not every week
13	Once a year or more but not every month

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?


32	Every day
31	Once a week or more but not every day
13	Once a year or more but not every month
18	Never

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?


17	Very high responsibility
31	High responsibility
29	Moderate responsibility
23	Limited responsibility

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?


29	Continually or almost continually
30	More than half the time
18	Less than half the time
14	Never

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?


28	Extremely important
18	Very important
24	Important
22	Fairly important

Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.


32	More than 40 hours
52	40 hours
16	Less than 40 hours

Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?


18	Every day
25	Once a week or more but not every day
24	Once a month or more but not every week
32	Once a year or more but not every month

Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?


19	Every day
30	Once a week or more but not every day
17	Once a month or more but not every week
16	Once a year or more but not every month
18	Never

Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?


25	More than half the time
41	About half the time
28	Less than half the time

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?


22	Every day
18	Once a week or more but not every day
32	Once a month or more but not every week
25	Never

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?


25	Every day
25	Once a week or more but not every day
19	Once a year or more but not every month
27	Never

Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?


16	Extremely competitive
18	Highly competitive
34	Moderately competitive
11	Slightly competitive
21	Not at all competitive

Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?


21	More than half the time
35	About half the time
40	Less than half the time

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?


19	Every day
24	Once a month or more but not every week
30	Once a year or more but not every month
27	Never

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?


15	Every day
16	Once a week or more but not every day
14	Once a month or more but not every week
19	Once a year or more but not every month
36	Never

Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?


11	More than half the time
37	About half the time
46	Less than half the time

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?


14	More than half the time
12	About half the time
50	Less than half the time
16	Never

Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?


62	Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)
34	Regular (established routine, set schedule)

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?


11	More than half the time
30	About half the time
47	Less than half the time
12	Never

Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?


22	Moderately automated
31	Slightly automated
34	Not at all automated

Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?


25	Once a month or more but not every week
41	Once a year or more but not every month
25	Never

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?


12	Once a week or more but not every day
15	Once a month or more but not every week
30	Once a year or more but not every month
39	Never

Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?


43	Once a year or more but not every month
35	Never

Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?


19	Once a month or more but not every week
16	Once a year or more but not every month
54	Never

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?


60	Less than half the time
30	Never

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?


26	Once a year or more but not every month
52	Never

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?


16	Once a month or more but not every week
14	Once a year or more but not every month
62	Never

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?


52	Less than half the time
43	Never

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)


23	Fairly important
66	Not important at all

Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?


45	Once a year or more but not every month
53	Never

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?


53	Less than half the time
47	Never

Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?


95	Never

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Title	Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Education	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Related Experience	Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples	These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, nannies, and medical assistants.
SVP Range	(6.0 to < 7.0)

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Required
39	Bachelor's degree
21	Associate's degree
14	High school diploma or equivalent

Credentials

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
67		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
67		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
45		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
45		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
22		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
0		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
88		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
82		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
79		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
78		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
76		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
73		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
73		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
72		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
71		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
71		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
70		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
68		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
65		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
65		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
56		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
53		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
83		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
56		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
53		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
50		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
50		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
45		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

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33-3021.01	Police Detectives
33-3021.02	Police Identification and Records Officers
33-3021.03	Criminal Investigators and Special Agents
33-3051.01	Police Patrol Officers Bright Outlook
33-3052.00	Transit and Railroad Police
33-9021.00	Private Detectives and Investigators
45-2011.00	Agricultural Inspectors
51-8012.00	Power Distributors and Dispatchers Green

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2016)	$23.51 hourly, $48,910 annual
State wages

Employment (2014)	7,000 employees
Projected growth (2014-2024)	Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Projected job openings (2014-2024)	2,500
State trends

Top industries (2014)	Transportation and Warehousing (50% employed in this sector) Government (34%) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data and 2014-2024 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

Details Report for: 53-2022.00 - Airfield Operations Specialists