Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (T) (Operations Supervisor, MSS-2, Level 6)

Federal Aviation Administration • Longview, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as an Operations Supervisor in a terminal facility, responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers. The Operations Supervisor reports to the Air Traffic Manager. Performance is evaluated upon the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.
• Subject to a 5-year period reinvestigation.
• Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year; OR
• Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) at an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility; OR
• Must have held a MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.
• QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
• Eligible candidates will also be evaluated based on FAA Managerial Selection Factors.
• Candidates must address these four factors when applying for any managerial position in the FAA.
• Applicants that fail to address these factors will be disqualified from further consideration.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• 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.
• For newly appointed Front Line Managers, mandatory corporate training may be required.
• This training must be completed within the prescribed time frames.
• A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.
• The selectee must pass and medical exam and/or maintain a medical clearance.
• This position is covered for early retirement purposes.
• This is not a bargaining unit position.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an Operations Supervisor in an ATC-6 terminal facility responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility.
• Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists that is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area.
• Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees.
• Sets work priorities and schedules.
• Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.
• Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings.
• Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level manager.
• Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees.
• Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed.
• Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels.
• Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments.
• Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibility, including selections, training, and transfers.
• Supports and participates in the labor management partnership process, and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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