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. The incumbent serves as the Supervisory Program Manager for ASH, Command and Controls Division, Emergency Communications Branch (AXE-410). Responsibilities The incumbent serves as the Branch Manager and is responsible for the teams that maintain the technical sub-programs of the National Airspace System Recovery Communications (NAS RCOM) Program and related emergency communications services. These include Information Technology and Telecommunications, Emergency Operations Network, Microwave Radio, VHF/FM Radio, Satellite Communications, Services, Emergency Notification System, and HF Radio. The incumbent hires and supervises program managers to oversee each of these teams and to serve as subject matter experts on these program functions and the related technologies. They review and validate the procurement requirements identified by the program managers and their teams and provide concurrence to the Division Manager, or provides guidance to the submitting program manager as to how the requirements need to be better defined, refined, or justified. They also serve as a backup to each of these program managers, providing oversight to teams when needed, overseeing procurement activities, and as a backup/supplementary subject matter expert on all of these related technologies. Directs the work of subordinate employees within a major subdivision. Work includes complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the organization. Managerial duties include strategic planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of organizational units, managers, and employees; coaching and developing staff and organizational capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. The incumbent provides technical advice to the Division Manager with regards to the strategic direction of the Division and its component technologies. This is particularly critical to the addition, evolution, and even replacement of capabilities as technology changes over the years. They also review and validate the strategic plans submitted by each of the program managers and assist the Division Manager in the development and maintenance of the Division’s comprehensive five year strategic plan and the associated deliverables (spend plans, capital improvement plans, annual goals, technology roadmaps, life-cycle management plans, etc.). They also provide technical consulting to the Division Manager and other members of the AXE leadership team in general. The incumbent is responsible for the proper operation, maintenance, and security of multiple Government Information Systems. They may serve as the System Owner for these systems, or may delegate this authority to a qualified program manager if they see fit, but remain accountable for the successful execution of those duties. The incumbent must respond effectively and expeditiously during incidents to support FAA’s senior leadership and the FAA’s incident management and crisis response activities. 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 in Government Information Technology services and Information Systems; applying program management skills; implementing and managing Radio Frequency Communications technologies; experience in Federal procurement and acquisition processes. AND QUALITY RANKING FACTOR (QRF): A well-qualified candidate will have: - Knowledge of executive orders, national security decision directives, presidential decision directives and other national-level policies that pertain to Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Continuity of Government (COG). - Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent desired. - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or equivalent desired. - Knowledge and demonstrated experience serving as the system owner for a Government Information System. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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. 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; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 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. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. This Level 4 (Special Sensitive; TS/SCI) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA