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. Serves as a Supervisory Airplane Pilot within the Flight Operations Group and will supervise flight crews in multi-mission flight operations. Responsibilities Responsible for administrative and technical direction of the flight operations staff and management of facility matters at assigned office. Stays abreast of maintenance activities and ensures flight program goals are achieved through open communication with the Line Maintenance Supervisor. Work includes routine project/program tasks based on established policies, procedures, and guidelines. Managerial duties affect employees in one organizational unit, and include: setting priorities; assigning tasks; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking or recommending corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate. Contributes to budget planning process and projects short-term future needs. Plans and directs the flight operations aspects of the office activities and develops recommendations for the establishment of policy and procedures, which will improve the safety and efficiency of FAA Flight Program aircraft operations. Coordinates with appropriate Flight Management Group personnel on matters pertaining to accomplishment of mission workload. Make recommendations for the development of technical training programs for all flight operations personnel. Responsible for the creation and maintenance of an atmosphere that promotes positive human relations and open communications between employees and their supervisor. Responsible for assuring employees can effectively contribute to the accomplishment of the flight program mission, FAA goals, and objectives. Assures employees are given a real and continuing opportunity to influence their work environment and are able to provide input on the methods of work accomplishment. Ensures crew member activities are in accordance with applicable Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) parts and agency policies, and ensures the technical competence of flight crewmembers. Ensures that assigned crewmembers carry required current documents, directives/manuals, airport aeronautical information, current navigation and instrument approach charts. Ensures crewmembers are in compliance with the requirements for medical, check rides, training and flight and rest requirements. Applies a comprehensive knowledge of technical aspects of the directed, a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and a detailed understanding of the objectives of the organizational unit. Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit/major subdivision with subordinates, peers, and higher-level mangers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to share information. In some areas, may also have frequent contact with customers to explain policies, procedures or for other project/program purposes. Serves as the Flight Program Operations facility point of contact for interface with other Flight Program Operations and FAA offices; local, state, and federal agencies; private organizations; and aviation customers. Established guidelines, policies, and procedures typically govern work. Resolves routine problems independently, but consults with higher-level management when existing guidelines are not available or applicable to complex problems. May be called upon to assist in the development of new policies and procedures. Individuals and organizational performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher level management, often through status reports and organizational performance measures, to ensure timeless, policy compliance, and alignment with project/program objectives. Work activities typically impact directly on the objectives of the organizational unit. In some areas, the work may affect the organizational unit's internal and external customers. This position is a sensitive, noncritical level 2 position and requires A SECRET clearance since information concerning the location of some navigational aids is classified. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications Certificates and Ratings: For all grade levels and specializations, candidates must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or the appropriate military rating; both meet the intent of the requirement. If an agency decides, for example, not to accept the military rating, the rationale for the decision should be based upon the requirements of the position and should be thoroughly described in agency operating material. For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. In addition, all applicants must possess either a valid first or second-class medical certificate. Selected candidates must obtain a first class medical certificate prior to appointment. FLIGHT EXPERIENCE: TOTAL FLIGHT TIME - 1500 Hours; Flight time as a pilot in command or copilot in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement. For in-service placement actions, up to one-fourth of the total flight hours may be waived for candidates who have demonstrated possession of the knowledge and skills needed to perform the work, provided: 1) applicant holds the required certificates and ratings; 2) applicant has acquired the pilot-in-command hours and flight hours in other categories essential to performance of the work; 3) applicant meets the requirements in terms of level and quality of experience; and 4) applicant's flying history indicates they are qualified for the position. PILOT-IN-COMMAND TIME - 250 Hours; Only flight hours acquired as pilot-in-command are creditable. NIGHT FLYING TIME - 75 Hours; For in-service placement actions, 25 hours may be waived if the applicant demonstrates the ability to perform the work. FLYING TIME, LAST 12 MONTHS - 100 Hours; For in-service placement actions, up to one-half of the flight hours may be waived provided the applicants total background reflects the ability to perform the duties of the position safely. NOTE: Flight time in a FAA approved level C or D full flight simulator is creditable towards meeting the recency of flight experience. If applicable, applicant must document time in the Airplane PIC or SIC blocks of the Total in Last 12 Months section of the FAA Form 3330-47-3. MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE TIME - 500 Hours; Experience may have been in either light or heavy multi-engine airplanes. INSTRUMENT TIME - 75 Hours; At least 10 of the required hours must have been logged in actual instrument weather. The balance may have been acquired in a flight simulator or as other types of instrument flight time; e.g., hood instrument. FLIGHT CHECK - A pre-employment flight test may be required, except for previous FG-2181, who have flown under Flight Program Operations Air Operator Certificate within the last 24 months. In order to verify your flight hours, applicants MUST provide FA Form 3330-47-3. Click here to obtain a copy of the required form. AND Specialized experience includes the minimum eligibility requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions. AND A selective placement factor (SPF) is a knowledge, skill or ability (KSA) or competency essential to perform the duties of a position. Candidates who do not possess the SPF are rated ineligible/ not qualified and will not receive further consideration for the position. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF): To qualify at the FV-2181-K Band, applicants must possess: - An Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP); - Valid First or Second Class Medical Certificate. Selected candidates must obtain a First Class Medical Certificate prior to appointment; - Must have one year of experience as a pilot in command of an aircraft operated under 14 CFR part 121 or part 135. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Applicants should include specialized experience in their Work History. Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA. Education See Qualifications Required Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration. 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 KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA 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. 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. This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed. 3) Positions to be filled at K band level, within AJF-1240 Arlington, VA. 3) This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check with Inquiry (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. 4) Applicants must upload the following documents or email to 9-AMC-AHF-S210@faa.gov by the closing date of the announcement (See Required Documents): 1) Completed FAA Form 3330-47-3 [10/98], "Supplemental Qualifications Statement for 1825 and 2181 Series". 2) Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP). 3) Valid First or Second Class Medical Certificate. Selected candidates must obtain a First Class Medical Certificate prior to appointment. 4) Documentation of one year of experience as a pilot in command of an aircraft operated under 14 CFR part 121 or part 135. 5) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available at the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. Special rate for 2181-series employees will be set in accordance OPM Special Rate Tables: https://www.opm.gov/special-rates/search.aspx 6) If eligible, Permanent Change of Station (PCS) will be paid in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administrative Travel Policy (FAATP). 7) To confirm receipt of documents, please contact Jeff Westlake at, Jeffrey.K.Westlake@faa.gov. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA