This position is located in the ATC Procedures (En Route) Team (AJV-P32) under the Standards and Procedures Group (AJV-P3), within the Policy Directorate (AJV-P).
Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-J or FG/GS-14) that 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 participating in and contributing to safety risk management panels by identifying potential hazards and recommending mitigations for proposed changes. Experience conducting reviews and assessments of operational needs and system requirements from a policy and procedural. Experience providing leadership in the development of procedures on established and emerging technologies. 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 your application for employment with the FAA. **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. ** Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations. 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; or (3) alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. · In accordance with 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 in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.
Serves as Team Manager for the ATC Procedures (En Route) Team and reports to the Standards and Procedures Group Manager on all aspects of program responsibilities. Directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. The Team Manager provides management and oversight for air traffic standards and procedures issues for service area/centers and field facilities, Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs), Terminal Radar Approach Controls (TRACONs), and towers. Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed. Has knowledge of safety regulations and policy development regarding the safe control of air traffic. Oversees the analysis, development, review, and coordination of procedures, operational needs and requirements, and planning from an ATC operational policy and management perspective. Provides management and oversight of the collaboration with other FAA lines of business, and industry to identify those items that can help address obstacles to implementation of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) and the enabling of NextGen technologies. Performs managerial duties, which typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/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 appropriated. Uses advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and administrative policies and procedures. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. He/she projects short and long-term future needs and prepares justifications to support resource requirements. 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. External contacts include the aviation industry and other FAA organizations to communicate the importance of documents supporting the delivery of air traffic services. Has authority to make commitments for AJV, to establish new policies/procedures, and to make exceptions within the assignment area of responsibility. Individual and organizational performance is reviewed on a periodic basis and usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. He/she has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the short term and tactical objectives of Mission Support Services. The Group's work directly affects the Mission Support Services Service Unit, the ATO, and the FAA. Promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs.