Summary

Serves as a front-line manager, directing the work of subordinate technical employees and advising higher management levels on matters pertaining to assigned programs.

Duties

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Incumbent directs the work of technical & professional staff in the accomplishment of the Directorate's program and serves as the principle advisor to management related to activities of team members. Incumbent establishes policies, procedures and guidelines that affect the team's operational function. Managerial duties include setting priorities; assigning tasks; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking or recommending corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate.

Incumbent uses assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish the objectives of the Service Unit/Directorate's projects and programs. Manages budget and requests additional resources as needed. Contributes to budget planning process, and short-term future needs. Work of the organization requires extensive coordination, integration, and decisions involving various complex and critical aeronautical information and administrative processes.

Incumbent, as a principal technical specialist within and outside the Directorate, applies comprehensive knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and a detailed understanding of the objectives of the Directorate. Directs the work of employees in the organization, which are involved in several major programs (i.e., Aeronautical Charting, Instrument Flight Procedures, Automation and Data Services functions), requiring major decisions or actions affecting the teams as well as other Directorate organizations/programs. Managing the organization involves substantial coordination and integration of a number of major projects/technical assignments performed primarily by FG-13 and above personnel. Responsible for establishing an interrelated series of multi-year long range plans to ensure effective and efficient implementation of operational responsibilities.

Incumbent establishes and maintains effective communications with the aviation industry; with regions, centers, and other FAA offices; and with other affected departments and agencies of Government, both foreign and domestic, in an effort to further the understanding, support and coordination of Directorate and Service Unit program responsibilities. Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit/major sub-division with subordinates, peers, & higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to share information. In some areas, may also have frequent contact with customers to explain policies, procedures, or for other project/program purposes. Represents the Directorate at industry, agency, inter-agency, and inter departmental meetings when requested.

Incumbent's work is typically governed by established guidelines, policies and procedures. Resolves routine problems independently but consults with higher level management when existing guidelines are not available or applicable to complex problems. They may be called upon to assist development of new policies and procedures.

Incumbent reports directly to a manager within the Directorate. They are expected to perform work independently, resolving potentially controversial or sensitive issues. Results of work performed are considered technically authoritative and conclusions and recommendations are reviewed rarely to ensure technical compliance and fulfillment of program objectives.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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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 supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.
• Please review Required Documents & Additional Information.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the FV-J (GS/FG-14) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I (GS/FG-13) level. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Specialized Experience includes:

• Experience serving as a technical expert in Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP), providing authoritative guidance and recommendations on complex aeronautical information, instrument procedure development, or related aviation programs;
• Experience leading or coordinating complex technical projects or program initiatives involving multiple stakeholders;
• Experience analyzing complex technical issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations that influence operational decisions, program improvements, or organizational objectives;
• Experience communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including technical specialists, management officials, customers, or industry partners to resolve complex issues and accomplish mission requirements; and
• Experience planning, prioritizing, and coordinating workload while providing technical guidance or mentoring lower-level employees, peers, or project teams.

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Resume/Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Refer to Qualifications section.

KSA INFORMATION:

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 Skills and Abilities, 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. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Leadership and Management Dimensions 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 information

We 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 online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.

2. 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.

3. Some, all, or none of the candidates may be interviewed.

4. Selected candidate(s) may be placed within any AJV-A400 Sub-Team.

5. Position(s) may be filled in Oklahoma City, OK or Washington DC.

6. Position(s) may be realigned based on approved reorganization.

7. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits



This is not a bargaining unit position.

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