Summary As a supervisor/manager, the selectee for this position will be eligible to receive a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI) provided eligibility requirements noted in agency policy are met. The MPI is an annual lump-sum incentive payment that considers agency performance, the manager's individual performance, and available funding. Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Technical Ops Svcs, Operations Supt Directorate, Spectrum Engineering Svcs Group, AJW-1900. Responsibilities The Group Manager applies detailed knowledge of NAS technical equipment and systems to direct and lead a multi-layered, geographically dispersed subordinate staff consisting of Team Managers and highly technical specialists responsible for securing, managing and protecting the necessary radio frequency spectrum to support the safe and efficient operation of the NAS. The Group Manager applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspect of the work. He/she has thorough understanding of policies, orders, and regulations in radio frequency management such as 47 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 300 and FAA Order 6050.328 to manage the Spectrum Engineering Services organization. Exercises oversight of the management of civil aviation radio frequency assignments; resolution of radio frequency interference issues; and development of the overall electromagnetic spectrum management policies, standards, and guidelines for the agency and its diverse aviation community of NAS users. Directs spectrum management policy, planning, and efficiency efforts to meet future Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements and to support initiatives in federal frequency management. Manages and supports major FAA programs such as NextGen and Air Traffic Control by coordinating communication, navigation and surveillance spectrum requirements across multiple lines of business within the FAA and directorates within Technical Operations. The Group Manager exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities including communicating the organization's vision and objectives, strategic planning, setting priorities, assignment of work, selections, promotions, disciplinary actions, monitoring and evaluating performance, coaching and developing staff, approving leave. He/she uses detailed knowledge of budget policies and procedures to define, plan and organize staff, and other resources. This includes managing the budget, allocating or reallocating resources as necessary within and across organizations/programs in order to execute goals and accomplish Technical Operations' mission objectives. Projects short and long-term future needs and prepares justifications to support resource requirements. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity Programs. Applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work that is directed; a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures. Manages budget, and either reallocates resources among Technical Operations or acquires additional resources as needed. Leads and integrates the budget planning processes for all organizational units/projects/programs under his/her control, and projects both short-term and long-term future needs. Participates in planning efforts that cross organizational lines within Technical Operations (AJW) and Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Contacts are routinely internal and external to AJW. Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future. External contacts include representatives from other government agencies (e.g. DHS, DoD, FCC and NTIA) and civil aviation organizations and industries, both domestic and international (e.g. ITU, ICAO, and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)). Represents the AJW, ATO, and the FAA, as a primary point of contact on spectrum issues during collaborations with the White House and other agencies and partners, such as Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), International Civil Aviation Organizations (ICAO), and International Telecommunications Union (ITU). Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-K, FG/GS-15 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: Experience using the 47 CFR Part 300, Manual of Regulations and Procedures For Federal Radio Frequency Management to manage civil aviation radio frequency assignments; AND Experience resolving radio frequency interference issues to develop spectrum management policies and programs. Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs): In addition to the above, this position also has Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs). While this experience is not mandatory, applicants possessing this experience will be placed in a Well-Qualified category and referred to the selecting official. [NOTE: For proper consideration, applicants are encouraged to be specific in demonstrating this experience.] Experience performing Federal and/or non-Federal civil aviation radio frequency assignments. Knowledge of FAA electromagnetic spectrum management policies, standards, and guidelines. You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. * In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression assignment. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention. Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed. Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA. *All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. ** 5) Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee. 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. NOTES: 1) As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and Technical Requirement. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and/or Technical Requirement, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and reflect the highest level of ability. Your answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a human resource specialist as appropriate. 2) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm 3) This Level 4 (Special Sensitive; TS/SCI) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. 4) Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 5) This announcement is also being advertised under VA #AWA-AJW-25-3222SB-92764. Please review both vacancy announcements before making application to determine your eligibility to apply. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA