Summary The position is within the FAA, Aviation Safety (AVS), Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM), Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI), Aerospace Human Factors Research Division (AAM-500), NAS Human Factors Safety Research Lab (AAM-520). The Office of Aerospace Medicine develops and manages medical programs in support of Aviation Safety. Responsibilities The Incumbent performs a combination of routine, multiple, and varying assignments under the limited direction of a manager, program manager or principal investigator and applies experience and advanced knowledge of analytical techniques in support of research projects addressing human performance in aviation occupations. Incumbent acts as an individual contributor and/or member of a team, and may perform some leadership functions in retrieving, interpreting, and summarizing information to explore relationships between variables to support the creation of actionable products that provide predictive and prescriptive analytics to inform management decisions. The incumbent provides a variety of professional support services to division management and principle investigators in the areas of budget, acquisition, project management, research design and execution, and communication. Plans, schedules and conducts analyses/studies of proposed program plans for accomplishing program activities. Conducts reviews to determine resource levels required to accomplish programs in a sound and efficient manner. May identify and request additional resources, as needed. Provides supporting rationale on the establishment or clarification of objectives. Ensures that plans are consistent with program guidance. Analyzes plans for programs under the organization's cognizance and recommend changes, as necessary, to ensure that comprehensive plans are kept current and reflect policies, priorities, goals and objectives of the organization. Conducts analyses in the review and evaluation of program activities. Analyses are conducted to ensure proper program integration and conformance to policy, completeness, and adequacy of operations in meeting goals and objectives. Provides an advanced knowledge of financial management principles utilized to oversee branch level budget operations for a multi-million dollar Research and Development (RE&D) budget. Coordinates with the program office regarding preparation of budget estimates, justification statements, and budget execution plans. Records, monitors, reports, and maintains financial management data for tracking obligation and expenditures of funds throughout the execution phase of the operating budget cycle for the branch. In addition, the incumbent collaborates with principle investigators and the program office on the development of statements of work, acquisition documents, and contract administration. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and provides oversight and guidance to the branch on acquisition strategy, policies and contract administration. Applies experience monitoring and analyzing branch activities and alerts management of unusual deviations from established plans and policies. Establishes and maintains databases to track, monitor, and analyze research project operational trends and prepares monthly, quarterly, and interim reports as required to keep management informed of project status. Incumbent uses experience and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative methods and techniques to propose and recommend innovative solutions for management and program efficiencies. Provides technical analysis in identifying and analyzing emerging issues; works both independently and collaboratively with others to develop and evaluate alternatives to resolve problems, and improve existing or develop new processes/procedures. Manages and supports multiple, complex projects using project management and analytical skills. Provides guidance, clarifies goals, and develops recommendations for accomplishment of program/project goals. Identifies potential problems and reports them to appropriate managerial level. Provides guidance and assistance to management and principal investigators on policy and procedures necessary to accomplish project goals. Tracks and manages applicable resource data as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify at the FV-H (FG/GS 12) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-G (FG/GS 10/11) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized Experience includes: experience planning, scheduling and conducting studies of proposed program plans; applying budgetary and financial management principle and techniques; experience completing budget estimates, justification statements, and budget execution plans; recording, monitoring, reporting and maintaining financial data; establishes and maintains databases to track, monitor, and analyze research project operational trends and prepares monthly, quarterly, and interim reports. AND Quality Ranking Factor (QRF): Well qualified applicants will demonstrate of the following: 1. Skill recognizing and effectively balancing the needs and interests of different groups in the course of work responsibilities (i.e. considers perspectives and agendas, utilizes formal channels and informal networks to accomplish assignments). 2. Certified as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Applicants should provide examples of Specialized Experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Education KSA INFORMATION: 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 Skills and Abilities (KSAs), 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. Your KSA 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. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs 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. 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. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) 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. 3) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed. 4) Position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits 5) Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at www.abetterlifeokc.com. 6) To check receipt of emailed documents, please email Ryan.Cappadony@faa.gov. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA