Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SSC MANAGER)

Federal Aviation Administration • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Serves as a front-line Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SATSS) for a System Support Center (SSC), providing overall administrative and technical direction to Airway Transportation Systems Specialists and support staff who deliver National Airspace System services to En Route and Terminal air traffic control for commercial airlines and general aviation in a defined area. The position reports directly to a District Manager (DM) or District Facilities Manager (DFM).

The incumbent directs the work of subordinate employees in at least one organizational unit, project, or program within a major subdivision. Responsibilities include setting priorities and assigning work; communicating organizational vision and objectives; monitoring and evaluating performance; developing employees; approving leave; addressing performance and disciplinary matters; ensuring equitable performance standards; and justifying award and bonus recommendations for higher-level approval.

The role carries out key budget-planning responsibilities, including forecasting future needs and justifying resources. It identifies training needs, arranges developmental and operational training, and consults higher management about unconventional training requests. The incumbent advises employees on technical, operational, and administrative matters; resolves informal complaints; refers group grievances and serious unresolved complaints to higher management; and applies minor disciplinary measures or recommends more serious action.

The position applies advanced technical knowledge, knowledge of budget and human-resources policies and procedures, and understanding of organizational objectives. It defines, acquires, and allocates the budget, staff, and other resources needed to meet SSC goals. The incumbent participates in strategic planning and execution of organizational goals, makes commitments for subordinate units within established guidelines, resolves most problems without higher-level intervention, and identifies issues and recommends policy or procedural changes. Work is governed by established policies, procedures, and objectives that allow discretion; performance is periodically reviewed by higher-level management. The role may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Must submit an SF-50.
• Must meet specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level FV-I/Level IV or FG/GS-13.
• Specialized experience in the FV-2101 occupation or a related occupation that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the position's duties.
• Experience applying knowledge of technology system interrelationships and managing civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems.
• Experience must be at a level of difficulty and responsibility appropriate to the position.
• Leadership and Management Dimensions/Other Factors narratives are mandatory; failure to provide them prevents further consideration.
• Qualification requirements must be met by the vacancy announcement's closing date.
• Must apply online; faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered.
• May be required to complete a one-year supervisory or managerial probationary period.
• Subject to designated or random drug testing and pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening.
• May be subject to a background investigation.
• The selected applicant may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty.
• Must comply with FAA limits on certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical direction to the assigned workforce of Airway Transportation Systems Specialists and support staff.
• Direct subordinate employees and communicate organizational vision and objectives.
• Set work priorities, assign tasks and responsibilities, and monitor and evaluate performance.
• Coach and develop employee capabilities; identify training needs and arrange developmental and operational training.
• Approve leave, schedule staff, ensure equitable performance standards, and address performance or disciplinary matters.
• Justify recommendations for employee awards and bonuses for higher-level approval.
• Plan budgets by projecting future needs and justifying resource requirements.
• Advise employees on technical, operational, and administrative matters.
• Hear and resolve employee complaints at the informal stage; refer group grievances and serious unresolved complaints to higher management.
• Apply minor disciplinary measures and recommend more serious action when appropriate.
• Define, acquire, and allocate the budget, staff, and other resources necessary to accomplish SSC goals and objectives.
• Participate in strategic planning and execution of organizational goals.
• Make commitments for subordinate organizational units within established guidelines.
• Identify problem areas and develop or recommend new policies and procedures.
• Consult with higher-level management to align projects and programs with the major subdivision's short-term objectives.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and, as needed, customers, other government entities, and external parties about policies, procedures, projects, and programs.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and are available from the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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