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. The incumbent serves as the Program Manager (Branch Manager) for ASH, Command and Control Communications Division (AXE-400), Emergency Communications Branch (AXE-410). Responsibilities As the Branch Manager for the Emergency Communications Branch, provides leadership for teams responsible for maintenance of technical sub-programs of the Airspace System Recovery Communications (NAS RCOM) Program and related emergency communications services. In this role, the manager hires and supervises program managers to oversee each of these teams, providing guidance and, as necessary, subject matter expertise on program functions and the related technologies. The Branch Manager is responsible for the proper operation, maintenance, and security of multiple Government Information Systems. Serves as the System Owner for these systems or may delegate this authority to a qualified program manager as needed but will remain accountable for the successful execution of those duties as well as allocation of resources. Responds effectively and expeditiously during incidents to support FAA's senior leadership and the FAA's incident management and crisis response activities. Applies multidisciplinary technical and analytical experience in managing the assigned program areas and provides sound advice and guidance to the Division Manager. Reviews and validates the strategic and operational plans submitted by each of the program managers and assists the Division Manager in the development and maintenance of the Division's comprehensive five-year strategic plan and the associated deliverables (spend plans, capital improvement plans, annual goals, technology roadmaps, life-cycle management plans, etc.). Applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning and integrates the work of multiple organizational units/projects/programs to accomplish mission objectives. Reviews and validates procurement requirements identified by the program managers and their teams and provide concurrence to the Division Manager, and, when necessary, serves as a backup to each of these program managers by providing team oversight, related procurement activities, and a backup/supplementary subject matter expert. Directs the work of subordinate employees within a major subdivision and is responsible, through subordinate managers, for the day-today direction and supervision of program and office operations. Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives, which leave room for discretion. Provides guidance to subordinate employees for preventing and resolving problems without the intervention of higher-level management except where LOB/SO or FAA-wide interests are at stake. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems within their span of control, and develops recommended solution sets for current or anticipated problems which impact other Divisions, Program Office, Lines of Business, or the Agency as a whole. Leadership and managerial duties include strategic planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; prioritizing resources; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of employees; coaching and developing staff and organizational capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Contacts are routinely internal and external to the major subdivision. Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher-level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future. Individual and organizational performance is reviewed periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. The Branch Manager has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the tactical and strategic (short-term and long-term) objectives of the organization. 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-J, FG/GS-14 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 implementing and managing Radio Frequency Communications technologies; experience in Federal procurement and acquisition processes. Demonstrated work experience leading a team of IT professionals with extensive cybersecurity responsibilities (the specific organizational cybersecurity responsibilities must be explicitly identified). AND Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs): A well-qualified candidate will meet the following in addition to the specialized experience statement: The applicant must have served as a system owner for a Government Information System for at least six months. Knowledge of Executive Orders (especially EO 14028), National Security Decision Directives, Presidential Decision Directives, and other national-level policies that pertain to cybersecurity. Demonstrated work experience, either directly or as a collateral duty (e.g. membership in an Agency-level emergency response working group), in Emergency Response, Disaster Recovery, Continuity of Operations (COOP), and Continuity of Government (COG). ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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. 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; or (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. 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. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. 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. 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. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at:¿https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. 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 Managerial Selection Factor. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Managerial Selection Factor, 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 clearly 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. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 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. This announcement is also being advertised under VA #AWA-ASH-25-1395SL-93812. Please review both vacancy announcements before making an application to determine your eligibility to apply. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA