Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Division Manager)

Summary

Serves as a Division Manager within the General Aviation functional areas of the Flight Standards Service and reports to the applicable Deputy Director.

Duties

The Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector manages the work of a large organization through subordinate employees and manager and is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and oversight for the full range of Flight Standards program activities by driving collective results. Responsible for managing the development of the Service's strategic direction selling measurable outcomes and adjusting resources as necessary to meet goals and objectives within targeted timeframes. The incumbents is also responsible for planning, formulation, implementation, administration, and evaluation of a variety of Flight Standards Service programs and projects. This includes directing a cohesive leadership team that sets clear strategic direction, assures alignment across all organizational functions and programs, and fosters commitment to the values, principles, and objectives of the organization. Creating and articulating clear organizational vision and functional change. Creating and sustaining strategic alignment and aligning leadership strategy with business strategy. Leads and directs a staff of aviation safety experts and other professionals in developing and implementing national safety initiatives and policies, data supported approaches, and identifying and developing innovative technologies to reduce injuries and fatalities in the aviation industry. Maintaining internal and external awareness and identifying trends potentially impacting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mission and services; developing recommendations for responding to challenges and changes; developing new insights to situations; and encouraging new ideas and innovations. Specifically provides direction, through subordinate staff members, in the planning, oversight, and evaluation of Flight Standards Service programs to administer and secure compliance with agency regulations, programs, standards, and procedures governing the in-depth safety performance analysis in one or more of the following: The certification of all airmen (except air traffic controllers), all air agencies, and all air operators; The inspection of air carrier and/or general aviation operators and air agencies; The surveillance and inspection of airmen, air agencies, and air operators; The investigation of occurrences, incidents, accidents, and violations involving airmen, air agencies, and air operators; The agency's all-weather operations programs; and The agency's designation of airmen or organizations. Participates on high level Flights Standards workgroups that guide the establishment, management, or reengineering of Flight Standards programs. This includes exercising full managerial authority to oversee, guide, and support the implementation of programs and initiatives with agency wide impact and/or requiring multi departmental coordination. Ensuring projects are conceived, developed, and executed based on impact, importance, and relevance to the FAA Administrator¿s key initiatives and strategic goals, directing organizational activities and framing strategic plans based on broad organizational assessments and evaluations of long-term agency and organizational objectives. Represents the Flight Standards Service on a variety of nationwide programs with Foreign Authorities, Interagency groups, and industry groups which includes creating and maintaining a professional network of supporting leaders withing the FAA and building cooperative partnerships with customers and stakeholders. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates¿ employees and managers. Sets priorities and establishes schedule for completion of work. Evaluates performance of the subordinate office/branch managers. Requirements

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications

General Requirements for All Positions: 1. Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years; 2. Valid State driver's license; 3. Fluency in the English language; 4. No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and 5. High school diploma or equivalent. Medical Requirements for All Positions: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements: 1. Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain; 2. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); 3. Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft. To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-1825-K or FG/GS-1825-15. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Experience providing oversight, direction, and evaluation of aviation safety programs to ensure compliance with federal and agency regulations, programs, procedures, and safety standards governing air operations. Experience managing, conducting, or performing various technical functions related to certification, surveillance, and enforcement activities. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Education

Education Requirements: Not applicable. KSA INFORMATION: 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 Leadership and Management Dimensions; or Other Factors, 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 HR Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA); Leadership and Management Dimensions and Other Factors listed in the announcement. How You Will Be Evaluated

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses. Other 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 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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements 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. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or e-mailed applications cannot be accepted. 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. 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. Requirement for Security Clearance: This Critical-Sensitive (Level 3) position requires completion and favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check with Inquiry (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained (subject to a 10-year period re-investigation). Some, all, or none of the candidates may be interviewed. This is not a bargaining unit position. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA