Federal Aviation Administration

Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Operations Supervisor)

Federal Aviation Administration • $108K — $130K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year in an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above role.
  • 1 year of facility rated or area certified experience at an ATS facility.
  • 1 year in a MSS position at an ATS facility is acceptable.
  • Strong leadership and managerial skills required.
  • Experience in evaluating employee performance and providing training.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise air traffic control specialists within delegated airspace.
  • Plan and assign work for subordinate employees.
  • Evaluate employee performance and recommend ratings.
  • Resolve employee complaints and grievances effectively.
  • Identify and arrange training and development needs for staff.

Benefits

  • Access to a comprehensive federal benefits package.
  • Relocation incentive available up to $15,000 or 25% of annual pay.
  • Eligibility for retirement benefits under federal regulations.
  • Potential for performance-based promotions and career advancement.
Full Job Description
Summary

Serves as an Operations Supervisor (OS) in a Level 9 terminal facility. Provides first-line supervision to a team of air traffic control specialists that provide air traffic control services within delegated airspace.

Duties

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The Operations Supervisor directs a staff of air traffic control specialists who are responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a limited geographic area. Work typically impacts field facility and a few FAA offices outside of the facility. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees; sets work priorities and schedules; approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings. Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group and grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to the Assistant Air Traffic manager or higher level supervisor. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development and training. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality for the work directed.

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).
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement
  • APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON-LINE THROUGH AVIATOR.
  • A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.


Qualifications

Candidates must show specialized experience. Specialized experience is defined as:

1) Must have held an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters positions for at least 1 year (52 weeks);

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2) Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) at an ATS facility; (Note: an employee who has been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility that is upgraded is considered to meet the qualification requirements of the upgraded position, since he or she has been performing the higher-graded work.

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3) Must have held a MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.

NOTE: There are no restrictions on who can apply to MSS vacancies at those facilities with 3 or less MSS levels. In addition to the qualifications listed above for MSS positions, the chart on MSS positions will be used to determine which career level applicants are qualified to make application.

Candidates will be evaluated on four "Managerial Selection Factors".

Managerial Selection Factors: Candidates must provide separate narrative responses to address his/her experience in MWP Selection Factors 1 through 4. Applicants who fail to address the Leadership and Management Dimensions on-line will be disqualified.

Evaluation Criteria: Eligible candidates will be evaluated based on EMP-1.14, Supplemental Guidance: 2152 Front Line Manager Selection for Terminal, En Route and Flight Service Facilities.

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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

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position may be a Career Enhancement Assignment/Career Progression. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention. Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility.

Interview Policy: Some, all or none may be interviewed.

Position is covered under P.L. 92-297 for early retirement purposes.

Requirements for Physical Certificate: The person selected for this position must maintain medical clearance.

Requirement for Security Clearance: Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirement.

Relocation Incentive: Relocation incentive is offered and shall not exceed $15,000 or 25% of the employee's annual rate of basic pay as established at the beginning of the service period, whichever is less. The relocation incentive is payable upon the employee's relocation, achievement of certification on a minimum of two operational/control positions as required for first-level supervisors under FAA Order 7210.3 and commencement of the one-year service agreement.

Tax Liability Notice: Relocation award incentives paid are subject to applicable taxes.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

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Benefits

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