Management and Program Analyst, Senior Analyst

Federal Aviation Administration • College Park, GA

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About The Position

The Senior Analyst serves as a confidential advisor to a Team Manager, applying expert knowledge of ATO programs and analytical and investigative techniques to assess operational challenges, evaluate potential solutions, and recommend improvements. The role supports the administrative and operational responsibilities of the Resource Management Group (RMG), including analysis of programs, operating practices, procedures, and potential bargaining-unit impacts.

The analyst coordinates and advises on multiple projects and programs, identifies problems, recommends courses of action, and follows through to achieve improvements. The position involves extensive communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, building professional networks, advocating and explaining recommendations, and addressing issues that affect the Resource Support Team.

Within broad policy guidance, the analyst develops new approaches, policies, procedures, and interpretations that account for FAA policies, government-wide regulations, and external concerns. The analyst independently handles special or sensitive assignments involving research, analysis, written materials, and coordination of substantive program issues. The role also advises on assigned program areas, provides expert guidance on complex issues, identifies and resolves problems with senior management, and prepares and presents briefings and represents the FAA at meetings and seminars. Work is performed with substantial discretion and is generally reviewed upon completion for results, quality, and alignment with national goals and program objectives.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I, FG/GS-13 level.
• Specialized experience leading process improvements and integrating program management initiatives.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Must submit an SF-50.
• Qualifications must be met by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational challenges, assess potential solutions, and recommend improvements using expert knowledge of ATO programs and analytical techniques.
• Support the administrative and operational responsibilities of the Resource Management Group as a confidential Senior Analyst to a Team Manager.
• Conduct program studies and assess operating practices, procedures, and potential bargaining-unit impacts or issues for consistency with organizational plans.
• Identify problems, develop appropriate courses of action, and ensure follow-through to achieve program improvements.
• Coordinate and provide support and advice for multiple projects and programs.
• Maintain communication channels and interface with key stakeholders and external groups; explain and advocate recommendations to internal and external audiences.
• Build a professional network and identify internal and external issues affecting the Resource Support Team.
• Develop new policies, procedures, approaches, and policy interpretations consistent with FAA policies, government-wide rules and regulations, and external concerns.
• Perform special or sensitive assignments involving research, analysis, written materials, and coordination of program issues and activities.
• Identify, define, and organize work for multiple activities in accordance with FAA policies and objectives.
• Advise within assigned program areas, provide counsel and instruction on work matters, identify potential issues, and recommend preventive actions.
• Ensure program activities are carried out efficiently, objectives are achieved, and performance is consistent with national policies.
• Provide expert guidance and instruction on complex issues spanning projects, programs, or functional areas.
• Develop and recommend approaches for current and anticipated problems, and work with senior management to resolve them.
• Prepare and present briefings to FAA representatives and represent the FAA at meetings and seminars.
• Independently resolve potentially controversial or sensitive issues and develop innovative approaches while aligning work with organizational goals and policies.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed