SummaryThis position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Technical Training, Advanced Training Support (AJV-T400). This Directorate delivers high-quality technical training that strengthens the safety and security of the NAS and our nation's borders through innovative, data-driven solutions to build and maintain a certified and mission-ready operations workforce from hire to retire.
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As the Group Manager, he/she applies detailed knowledge of project/program management principles and policies manage a large multi-level, geographically dispersed staff of senior analysts, engineers and Instructional Systems Analysts through subordinate supervisors. The staff is responsible for supporting the development of curriculum, services, products and tools for delivering technical training to the Air Traffic Control and Technical Operations workforce. This work is a critical area of safety oversight and directly impact the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS).
He/she applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the work of multiple projects to accomplish objectives. Organizes programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. As the Program Manager, he/she develops an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement. Uses a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management and other administrative policies and procedures. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple organizational units. Manages group budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units, projects or programs or acquires additional resources as needed. Leads and integrates the budget planning processes for projects and programs under his/her control and projects short and long-term future needs. He/she assigns tasks and responsibilities to ad hoc team leaders; monitors and evaluates employees, managers and organization's performance; affects hiring decisions; recommends pay increases; and is delegated authority to take conclusive personnel actions involving subordinates. He/she is responsible for communicating the organization's vision and objectives, strategic planning and setting priorities. Coaches and develops staff and organizational capabilities; approves leave; and takes or approves corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Promotes, supports, and participates in the FAAs Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs.
Applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspect of the work directed. Directs the team in analyzing ATO technical training requirements to evaluate, and define technical training development, maintenance, infrastructure and simulation product and project requirements. Uses skill applying strategic planning principles to organize complex projects to support AJI efforts to acquire services and products for delivering technical training to over 500 nationwide facilities for both air traffic and technical operations personnel. He/she develops beneficial business relationships with other ATO Service Units and support contractors. He/she uses experience applying effective business processes to ensure that products and services are provided at the lowest cost, within the required time-frame and with a focus on internal customers.
Contacts are routinely internal and external. Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher-level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future. External contacts include the aviation industry; stakeholders from the private sector and other FAA organizations to oversee contractor services for the development and execution of ATO Technical Training. Represents directorate as the primary focal on issues related to the development of innovated tools used to enhance technical training, infrastructure and simulation products. He/she has authority to make commitments, to establish new policies/procedures, and to make exceptions within the assigned area of responsibility.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Conditions of employment- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
- Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.
- A One-Year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.
- Please Review Required Documents & Additional Information.
QualificationsTo qualify for this position at the
FV-K (FG/GS-15) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level, FV-J (FG/GS-14). Specialized experienceis experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized Experience includes experience analyzing technical training requirements to evaluate, and define technical training development, maintenance, infrastructure and simulation product and project requirements.
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
EducationInformation Regarding KSAs: As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skill and Abilities, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and other factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
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Additional informationWe may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
Notes:
1. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be considered.
2. Position(s) may be realigned based on approved reorganization.
3. Some, none or all applicants may be interviewed.
4. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
5. Position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov)
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7. Fixed rate PCS statement - $27,000 approved in FPPS Notes and WING
This is not a bargaining unit position.
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