NHS Human Services, Inc.

Summary As a supervisor/manager, the selectee for this position will be eligible to receive a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI) provided eligibility requirements noted in agency policy are met. The MPI is an annual lump-sum incentive payment that considers agency performance, the manager's individual performance, and available funding. This position is located in the ATO, Safety and Technical Training Service Unit, Technical Training Directorate, Air Traffic Technical Training Group (AJI-2400). Responsibilities As the Air Traffic Technical Group Manager, he/she applies advanced knowledge of the technical work involved in separating and controlling air traffic to review new and or revised operational policies and procedures to evaluate technical air traffic management training initiatives and coursework for currency and applicability to the operational environment. In this capacity, he/she directs and manages a geographically dispersed technical staff, divided into multiple organizational unit/project/programs, each of which is managed by a subordinate supervisor. Work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the Safety and Technical Training Service Unit and the ATO. This work is critical to the safety of the NAS and the flying public. The Group Manager utilizes program/project management principles to manage programs and projects, which includes the formulating of positions and establishing and managing the financial, business and planning activities that support Air Traffic training initiatives. He/she defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for his/her organization. Manages budget and performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements. He/she plans; communicates the Group's vision and objectives; sets priorities; assigns tasks and responsibilities; monitors and evaluates performance; coaches and develops employee capabilities; approves leave; and takes, recommends or approves corrective/disciplinary actions, as appropriate. He/she uses coaching skills to train staff, to improve workplace and to engage in conflict resolution. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs. He/she applies advanced technical knowledge of air traffic operations and procedures to analyze NAS requirements and modernization efforts for impact on air traffic operational training efforts. He/she directs a national program to develop new and to redesign facility training programs, courses and material for the air traffic operational workforce. He/she uses experience separating and controlling air traffic in a large Federal Aviation Administration terminal or en route air traffic facility to develop, consolidate and coordinate facility training requirements. He/she applies skill and experience interpreting national air traffic policies and training requirements to review, analyze and update air traffic operational policies. Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit, major subdivision and the LOB/SO with subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. Interacts with the Program Management Office on the Controller Training Contract. Communicates with members and leadership from the Aviation industry, labor organizations and other external FAA counterparts to discuss the status of projects/programs and for the interpretation of policies and procedures. Has authority to make commitments on areas within the subordinate organizational units, within guidelines. Directs teams in coordinating responses to Congressional, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and Government Accountability Office (GAO) inquiries as required. He/she has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the tactical (short-term) objectives of the Technical Training Directorate. The Director typically reviews individual and organizational performance usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. 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 and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, 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 applying program or project management principles to manage programs and projects, including identifying positions and contributing to the financial, business and planning activities that support Air Traffic training initiatives. Experience separating and controlling air traffic terminal or en route air traffic facility to develop, consolidate and coordinate facility training requirements. 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. * Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA. *All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. * Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements 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 referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. 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 The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. 1. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. 2. 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 Managerial Selection Factor. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Managerial Selection Factor, 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 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. 3. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. 4. This is a Level 5 (Moderate Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. 5. Per HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression assignment. 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 that they previously held permanently. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.¿ This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA