Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (MSS-2, Level 10), Operations Supervisor

Federal Aviation Administration • Auburn, WA

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About The Position

Serves as an Operations Supervisor in an Enroute Level 10 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 work within a geographic area, assigns and prioritizes work, sets schedules, and provides employees with guidance and instruction on work and administrative matters. The role also involves evaluating employee performance, resolving complaints, identifying training needs, improving work quality and production, adjusting staffing and procedures in response to resource decisions, and recommending and tracking area goals and objectives. The Operations Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager. Performance is evaluated based on the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Must submit an SF-50 and the first page of FAA Form 3330-43.
• Must meet one of the following qualifications: have held an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks); have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility; or have held an MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.
• Qualifications must be met by the announcement closing date.
• Must maintain operational currency and medical clearance.
• Subject to designated or random drug testing and the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• A Tier 3 background investigation and favorable adjudication are required before appointment unless a waiver is obtained.
• A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.
• A financial disclosure statement may be required within 30 days of entry on duty.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Air Traffic Control Specialists carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area.
• Plan and assign work to subordinate employees; set work priorities and schedules.
• Approve leave and provide advice, counsel, and instruction on work and administrative matters.
• Evaluate employee performance and recommend performance ratings.
• Hear and resolve employee complaints and refer group grievances or more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level manager.
• Identify and arrange developmental and other employee training needs.
• Find 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.
• Maintain operational currency and medical clearance.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific benefits depend on position type.

What This Job Offers

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