Summary

This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), System Operations Services, in the Office of Performance Analysis.

Duties

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The Supervisory Operations Research Analyst directs the development and maintenance of data and system infrastructure. The work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the major subdivision and Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Resolves all unique problems without the intervention of higher-level management. Regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution.

Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, relating to design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, and other scientific methods and techniques to analyze problems of management. Directs the staff in analyzing and identifying drivers related to the operational performance of the National Airspace System (NAS) by designing, developing, and adapting statistical models and other research methods. Provides direction in conducting rigorous, scientific inquiry and analysis to compute metrics and analyze factors applicable to unique and recurring problems in the aviation and aerospace industries, including airline operations and other aviation-related fields.

Directs team in using sound, statistical, scientific, and quantitative models and information to provide overall project results, technical reports, and recommendations to management as a basis for making decisions. Possesses an advanced knowledge of budget, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Provides direction to the team in identifying and analyzing alternatives, appropriate methods and levels of statistical analysis, statistical sampling, and/or risk analysis; and recommends new policies and procedures based on data-driven analyses and conclusions.

Oversees the capital programs that the Office has underway to modernize its data infrastructure and ensures that these programs are compliant with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA's) Acquisition Management System (AMS) and delivered in a timely and cost-efficient way. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/ projects/programs or requests additional resources, as needed. Ensures program meets cost, schedule, and performance requirements.

Manages and directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. Managerial duties include planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs.

Applies advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. This includes managing the budget, allocating or reallocating resources among subordinate teams and requests for needed additional resources. Projects short and long-term future needs and prepare justifications to support resource requirements.

Has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the short-term objectives of Performance Analysis Work affects the safety and security of the flying public and has impacts on the System Operations Service Unit, the ATO, and the FAA, and aviation industry and other external parties.

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).
• Management may choose to interview all, some, or none of the referred candidates.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be credible, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the

next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Specialized Experience is defined as:

- Experience directing or leading the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, and other scientific methods and techniques to analyze problems.

- Experience evaluating program risks, resolving issues, and ensuring that program objectives are achieved through effective oversight and resource management.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.

You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.

Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE.

You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

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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

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and Technical Requirement.

In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and/or Technical Requirement section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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.

Please ensure that 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.

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core

compensation is available on the website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits

This is a Level 6 (High Risk: Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI)) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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