Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Operations Supervisor)

Federal Aviation Administration • Queens, NY

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About The Position

Serves as an Operations Supervisor in a terminal or en route facility, planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first-line supervision to Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers. The supervisor oversees Air Traffic Control Specialists responsible for air traffic control assignments within a geographic area and reports to the Operations Manager. Performance is evaluated based on the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.

The position requires specialized experience, including qualifying FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters experience, facility-rated or area-certified experience at an air traffic services facility, or experience in an MSS position at an ATS facility, as described in the qualifications. Candidates are evaluated using four Managerial Selection Factors. Operational experience at a Level 11 or 12 Air Traffic Control Tower is preferred.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, register for Selective Service when applicable, submit an SF-50, and meet drug-testing and security requirements. The selected employee must maintain medical clearance and may be required to complete a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period and file a financial disclosure statement. Relocation incentive may be offered, up to $43,000 or 25% of basic annual pay, whichever is less, subject to the stated conditions. This is not a bargaining-unit position.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF-50.
• Must meet specialized experience qualifications through one of the stated paths: at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position; at least 1 year facility-rated or area-certified at an ATS facility; or at least 1 year in an MSS position at an ATS facility, subject to the stated qualifications.
• Must provide narrative responses addressing the applicable Managerial Selection Factors and Leadership and Management Dimensions; include a reference’s name, title, organization, and phone number for verification.
• Must maintain medical clearance.
• Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirements.
• Subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening and random drug and/or alcohol testing as a testing-designated position.
• A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.
• A financial disclosure statement may be required within 30 days of entry on duty.
• Applicants must apply online through AVIATOR.
• Resume must include detailed information supporting qualifications and questionnaire answers.

Nice To Haves

• Operational experience at a Level 11 or 12 Air Traffic Control Tower.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Air Traffic Control Specialists carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area.
• Plan and assign subordinate employees’ work, set priorities and schedules, and approve leave.
• Advise, counsel, and instruct employees on work-related and administrative matters.
• Evaluate employee performance and recommend performance ratings.
• Hear and resolve employee complaints, referring group grievances and serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level manager.
• Identify and arrange developmental and other employee training needs.
• Identify ways to improve production or increase the quality of directed work.
• Adjust staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels.
• Recommend goals and objectives for the area and track accomplishments.
• Communicate and reinforce diversity and EEO policies and programs, including in selections, training, and transfers.
• Support and participate in the labor-management partnership process and foster fair and equitable treatment of employees.
• Plan and direct operations within delegated areas of responsibility.

Benefits

• Relocation incentive may be offered, up to $43,000 or 25% of basic annual pay, whichever is less, subject to relocation, certification, and service-agreement conditions.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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