Program Manager

DutiesThe incumbent provides advice, counsel and support for assigned areas under the purview of the RA and DRA, and represents their interests in meetings with internal and external customers and stakeholders.Influences the adoption or creation of policy on highly complex and challenging policy and performance issues that cross organizational lines in support or ARA corporate leadership and horizontal integration roles.
Provides leadership and guidance for non-routine issues to ensure prompt response and appropriate level of investigation and follow through. Manages, coordinates and provides technical support and advise for multiple projects and programs as needed and assigned by management. Examples of projects may include and/or involve noise issues, environmental challenges, runway safety, airport capacity, stakeholder engagement, international/national visitors, airport sponsor projects, and community complaints, engagement, and involvement.Facilitates multi-functional team efforts to develop procedures, products, or services that cross organizational lines. Clearly communicates objectives and deadlines and apprises leadership of status of assigned projects.
Completes and compiles appropriate background staff work in preparation for internal and external meetings, conferences, and visits for the RA and DRA, that may include preparing speeches, presentations, programs, briefing papers, and other materials.
Serves as an Ambassador on assigned matters to both internal and external customers and stakeholders, which may involve special dignitaries and visitors, Congressional officials and staff, representatives of foreign governments, aviation community, industry officials, media, and the general public. Supports responsibility of RA and DRA for implementing horizontal integration of regional initiatives. Serves on ad-hoc management groups; and performs special projects. Develops new methodologies and techniques to solve organizational challenges.Performs special studies and develops plans, policies, procedures, guidance, resources, and similar documents on operational and administrative matters. Prepares associated plans of action, milestones and similar planning documents.Works closely with the Administrative Officer, Administrative Specialist and other staff members on document controls, planning and scheduling outreach initiatives and congressional/stakeholder inquiries. Assists to support and maintain the ARA quality management system through continuous improvement.This position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain a secret clearance.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentUS Citizenship is required.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.A One-Year probationary period may be required.Please Review Required Documents & Additional Information. QualificationsTo qualify for this position at the FV-J (FG/GS-14/15) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level, FV-I (FG/GS-13). Specialized experienceis experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.Specialized Experience is: Specialized experience may include knowledge of the FAA organization, policies, mission, functions, and operational requirements. Experience with representing the FAA to Congressional and aviation community officials, media, and the general public.Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.EducationSee qualifications required.Information Regarding KSAs: 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 KSA.In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skill and Abilities, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and other factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
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Additional informationWe 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 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. 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.Notes:1. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be considered.2. Some, none or all applicants may be interviewed.3. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.4. This position will require approximately 25 % travel.5. Position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov)Appointment type: Permanent Full TimeSecurity: POS Sen 2 (Secret).Substance Testing: Yes.Financial Disclosure: YesThis is not a bargaining unit position.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA Help

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