{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:40:08.996Z","occupation":{"soc":"53-2021.00","title":"Air Traffic Controllers","group":"Transportation & Material Moving","sector":"48-49","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers air traffic control operations in tower, terminal radar, and en-route environments from initial credentialed entry through facility leadership, encompassing communication, safety management, emergency response, and workforce development.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Pilot hazard notifications — identify and relay basic weather, wind, and visibility conditions to pilots under direct supervisor guidance in a training tower environment.","Landing and take-off authorizations — issue standard clearances following scripted protocols under continuous oversight during simulated or entry-level live operations.","Flight transfer procedures — recognize the steps for transferring departing flights to en-route centers and accepting arriving flights under close supervision in a controlled facility.","Radar and visual reference tools — operate basic radar displays and computer equipment to locate aircraft positions within an assigned airspace under trainer direction.","Traffic pattern instructions — direct pilots to maintain holding patterns when runways are occupied, following established scripts with supervisor review of each transmission.","Emergency alert activation — identify emergency situations and initiate contact with airport emergency services using standard protocols under the guidance of a certified controller.","Radio communication standards — apply correct phraseology and readback procedures during routine pilot communications in a live or simulated tower cab setting.","Aircraft movement monitoring — track ground and airborne traffic within a limited sector using flight strips and display systems with regular check-ins from a supervising controller.","Weather data interpretation — read and report basic meteorological information from automated weather observing systems to flight crews during routine shift operations.","Separation standards awareness — recognize minimum lateral and vertical separation requirements between aircraft and flag potential conflicts for immediate supervisor review."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Pilot hazard advisories — communicate weather, turbulence, and visibility hazards to multiple flight crews concurrently with reduced oversight during routine operational traffic loads.","Takeoff and landing clearances — issue sequenced departure and arrival authorizations accurately and independently across moderate traffic volumes in a terminal radar or tower environment.","Sector handoff coordination — execute smooth transfer of flight data and communications between adjacent control positions and centers with minimal supervisory intervention.","Radar monitoring and conflict detection — scan assigned airspace continuously using radar and flight control software to identify developing conflicts and apply timely corrective vectors.","Emergency flight path guidance — provide alternate routing and diversion instructions to pilots experiencing in-flight emergencies or severe weather encounters in familiar airspace configurations.","Emergency services notification — coordinate with airport rescue and firefighting services, relaying accurate aircraft position and situation data during declared or developing emergencies.","Ground traffic sequencing — direct aircraft and vehicles on taxiways and aprons to maintain efficient flow and prevent incursions during peak departure and arrival banks.","Traffic flow optimization — adjust spacing and sequencing of arriving and departing aircraft to minimize delays while sustaining safety margins during standard busy-period operations.","Flight strip and data management — maintain accurate, up-to-date flight progress information using document management and database software throughout a full operational shift.","Inter-facility communication — coordinate with approach, departure, and en-route sectors via telecommunications systems to manage hand-offs and special-use airspace restrictions."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex hazard advisories — assess and communicate multiple simultaneous weather and traffic hazards to diverse flight crews autonomously across a full shift in high-density airspace.","Non-standard clearance issuance — develop and issue amended routing, altitude, and speed clearances for non-routine scenarios, including military operations and special-event airspace, without supervisor input.","Multi-sector traffic management — manage the complete flow of arrivals, departures, and overflights across an entire terminal or en-route sector independently during peak and off-peak periods.","Emergency scenario management — execute full emergency response sequences, including pilot guidance, emergency service activation, and facility notifications, for complex in-flight emergencies with minimal delay.","Systems performance evaluation — assess the operational effectiveness of radar, flight control software, and communications equipment and recommend corrective actions when system degradation affects safety.","Adverse-condition traffic handling — maintain safe and efficient traffic flows during significant weather deviations, equipment outages, or runway closures through real-time problem solving and contingency routing.","Situational awareness under high workload — sustain accurate mental models of all traffic within assigned airspace during peak operations, applying selective attention and time-sharing skills to prevent conflicts.","Cross-facility coordination leadership — lead real-time coordination with adjacent ATC facilities, airline operations centers, and military agencies during airspace events requiring multi-party solutions.","Training progress assessment — evaluate trainee controller performance objectively using established certification criteria and provide structured feedback during on-the-job training sessions.","Regulatory compliance assurance — apply FAA orders, procedures, and Letters of Agreement accurately in all operational decisions, ensuring full regulatory compliance throughout complex traffic scenarios."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Facility-wide safety strategy — establish and champion safety management initiatives, hazard identification programs, and quality assurance processes across an entire ATC facility to sustain organizational safety culture.","Controller workforce development — design and oversee structured on-the-job training curricula and certification pathways, mentoring developing controllers to full operational capability at facility and sector level.","Airspace design and optimization — lead collaborative reviews of sector boundaries, traffic flow procedures, and Letters of Agreement to improve capacity, efficiency, and safety across a regional airspace structure.","Emergency preparedness planning — develop and exercise facility-wide emergency response plans covering equipment failures, security threats, and mass-casualty events in coordination with airport authority and federal agencies.","Technology integration leadership — evaluate and champion the adoption of new radar, flight control, and data management technologies, guiding staff through transition and ensuring operational continuity.","Performance metrics and accountability — define key operational performance indicators, analyze facility-level data using ERP and reporting tools, and present findings to FAA management to drive continuous improvement.","Cross-agency policy coordination — represent the facility in negotiations with airline stakeholders, military commanders, and regulatory bodies to align airspace use policies with national air traffic management goals.","Staffing and resource planning — direct workforce scheduling, position qualification tracking, and contingency staffing strategies to sustain 24-hour facility operations under variable traffic and personnel demands.","Organizational resilience during crises — lead real-time facility-level decision-making during major weather events, national security incidents, or infrastructure failures, maintaining safe operations and coordinating with the ATCSCC.","Industry knowledge dissemination — author procedural guidance, present at aviation safety conferences, and collaborate with academic or training institutions to advance best practices across the air traffic control profession."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}