Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

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 Safety and Technical Training Service Unit, Safety Directorate, Safety Services Group, Headquarters Runway Safety Team (AJI-1550). Responsibilities The Team Manager applies advanced technical knowledge of National Airspace System (NAS) equipment, technologies and operations to serve as the Headquarters Surface Safety Program Manager. In this capacity, he/she directs a subordinate staff consisting of senior technical specialists responsible for leading National runway safety teams, developing policies, responding to requests for information, and monitoring trends. The objective of these responsibilities is to improve surface safety by decreasing the risk of runway incursions, runway excursions and other surface incidents. This work is a critical area of safety oversight and directly affects the safety of the NAS. He/she applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspect of the work directed, specifically as it relates to the NAS, runway safety systems and technologies and operations to analyze and evaluate complex systems designed to prevent runway collisions, incursions and accidents. He/she manages and communicates the work of the Runway Safety Council. He/she uses experience participating in local runway safety programs, regional runway safety programs, or the Surface Safety Group to establish and participate in work groups to establish consensus among Runway Safety stakeholders on policies to assess and quantify the risk in runway safety events. He/she participates in the process of creating annual Runway Safety Action Plans and Action Items. The Team Manager utilizes skill and expertise applying program/project management principles to formulate positions and to establish and oversee financial, business and planning activities to support regional Runway Safety Action Teams (RSAT). He/she plans and communicates the Safety Directorate's vision and objectives. He/she applies an advanced knowledge of human resource policies and procedures to set priorities; assign tasks and responsibilities; and to monitor and evaluate performance. He/she exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities including coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs. He/she applies an advanced knowledge of budgetary policies and procedures to define, plan, and organize assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for the Regional Runway Safety Action Teams. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among the RSAT Teams and/or request additional resources, as needed. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements. Contacts are routinely internal and external to the Safety and Technical Training Service Unit and include Regional Administrators, representatives from the pilot association, national labor organizations and aviation industry. He/she coordinates runway safety initiatives with internal stakeholders including, Flight Standards, FAA Airports, Air Traffic Operations, and NextGen. He/she oversees regular National Runway Safety Governance meetings with Regional Administrators and that executive outreach toolkits are made available to the Regional Administrators to enable them to promote runway safety at regional events. Contacts also include representatives from international, state, and local governments and airport authorities. Represents the Service Unit on the Runway Safety Council and has authority to make commitments on areas within the assigned area of responsibility. Communicates the Director of Safety’s vision and organizational objectives to stakeholders and customers throughout the assigned service area. The Team Managers' work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications 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 developing reports and policies on safety and risk management programs to recommend policy and/or procedural corrections. Experience with local runway safety programs, regional runway safety programs, or the Surface Safety Group to establish and participate in work groups to establish consensus among Runway Safety stakeholders. 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.* 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. 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. 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. 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) 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 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, 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. 2) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm 3) This Level 6 (High Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI) prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. 4) Position may become permanent without further competition. This is a temporary (reassignment or promotion) NTE 2 years; however, it may be extended or terminated at any time, at management discretion. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA