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.Position is a Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Branch Manager) for the Emerging Technologies Division, Technologies & Standards Branch, AFS-730

Duties

Responsible for aviation safety activities in a complex and dynamic air carrier and/or general aviation environment that includes experience in one or more of the following specialties: Operations, Avionics, Maintenance, Aircraft Dispatch, Cabin Safety or Rotorcraft-Helicopter. Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed and ensures the promotion of the highest level of safety compliance with regulatory standards while utilizing transparency of data exchange that includes the identification of hazards and management of risk.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)

Qualifications

Minimum Eligibility Requirements For All Positions:General Requirements for All Positions:Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;Valid State driver's license;Fluency in the English language;No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; andHigh 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, with or without a reasonable accommodation. The minimum medical requirements include the following requirements:Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read, without strain, printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted);Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); andNot have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of the aircraft must:Possess a valid second – class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; andPass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to:Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; orIndividuals who do not meet the minimum medical requirements but who are otherwise qualified will receive an individualized assessment to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position.Applicants must meet specific requirements as outlined in the Office of Personnel Management Aviation Safety Series, Qualification Standards for Air Carrier and General Aviation Operations, Avionics or Maintenance specialties or Human Resource Policy Manual Policy Chapter Supplements for Aircraft Dispatch, Cabin Safety, Rotorcraft-Helicopter specialties. Information can be found on the following website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825AD/https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825CS/https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825RH/Note - Recency of experience is waived for applicants currently in the 1825 seriesTo qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J/FG-14. 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 extensive participation in certification, inspection, and surveillance as it relates to Air Carrier or General Aviation Operations, Avionics, Maintenance, Aircraft Dispatch, Cabin Safety or Rotorcraft-Helicopter. Skill in applying laws and regulations to inspection, investigation and enforcement, and/or compliance work. Providing expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to agency management and other senior agents, officers, or inspectors on critical operations. Experience in developing, delivering and overseeing delivery of complex subjects to a wide range of internal or external audiences. Advanced knowledge of budget, human resource and other administrative policies and procedures. Identifying problem areas. Developing and recommending new policies and procedures for resolution. Managerial and leadership skills. Effective communication with a variety of individuals and groups. Building and maintaining effective teams.Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Contacts

• Address Federal Aviation Administration AGL Regional HR Services Branch 2300 E. Devon Ave., Room 250 AHF-N310 Des Plaines, IL 60018 US
• Name: Diana Maiello
• Phone: 1 (847) 294-7732
• Email: [email protected]