Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist

Summary

This position serves as District Facility Manager within one of the multiple Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Technical Operations (AJW) Districts. Position reports directly to the Technical Operations District Manager.

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Duties

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Directs the work of subordinate managers and/or employees for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. Work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the major subdivision/LOB/SA. Managerial duties typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/program, and 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 actions as appropriate.

Incumbent has authority for administrative and technical direction of the assigned workforce consisting of managers and specialists who provide in-depth technical expertise to managers and specialists, evaluate and optimize the performance of facilities and services in the NAS and analyze alternate course of action in the management and improvement of NAS systems. Organizational span on control impacts a large segment of the flying public, the aviation industry and business commerce.

Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the major subdivision.

Participates in the planning and execution of organizational goals utilizing strategic planning and sound management principles in order to accomplish mission objectives.

Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit, major subdivision and the LOB/SA with subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. May have frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties to interpret policies/procedures or for other program purposes.

Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Resolves all but 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. Ensures the alignment of programs with the tactical (short-term) objectives of the major subdivision.

Individual and organizational performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher level management, usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. Work typically impacts directly on program objectives for more than one organizational unit and for the major subdivision.

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).
• A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.

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 in the Federal Service.

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 is technical experience gained in positions within organizations that are responsible for design, development, operations, maintenance performance and evaluation of the NAS. This experience may be acquired through functions such as the acquisition and deployment of NAS programs and systems; the operations and maintenance functions in field facilities, and the evaluation and performance functions in District Offices, regional offices, and/or headquarters.

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

Managerial Selection Factors:

Candidates may provide separate narrative responses to address his/her experience in MWP Selection Factors 1 through 4. In the text box following each Leadership and Management Dimensions, please provide a brief explanation of your possession of the applicable Leadership and Management Dimension. Include the name, title, organization name, and phone number of at least one reference that can be contacted for further verification of your level of capability.

Applicants who fail to address the Leadership and Management Dimensions on-line will be disqualified. Qualifications must be met before the closing date of this announcement.

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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.

In the text box following each Leadership and Management Dimension please provide a brief explanation of your possession of the applicable Leadership and Management Dimension.

Incomplete Applications: 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.

A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

Interviews: Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website:

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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