Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

Department: Department of Transportation

Location(s): Tampa, Florida

Salary Range: $110673 - $171576 Per Year

Job 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. Serves as a front line Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SATSS), for a System Support Center (SSC).

Major Duties:

• Serves as the System Support Center (SSC) manager. Has responsibility for overall administrative and technical direction of the assigned workforce consisting of Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) and support staff involved in providing National Air Space (NAS) services to en route/terminal air traffic control to commercial airlines, and general aviation aircraft for a defined area. Reports directly to a District Manager (DM) or District Facilities Manager (DFM). Directs the work of subordinate employees for at least one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. May be responsible for supervising employees in more than one SSC/duty location. Duties typically include planning/communicating the organization's vision and objectives, setting priorities, assigning tasks and responsibilities, monitoring and evaluating performance, coaching and developing employee capabilities, approving leave, and taking, recommending, or approving corrective/disciplinary action as appropriate. Exercises authority for supervisory responsibilities over staff, including staff scheduling and approval of leave. Assures equity of performance standards and rating techniques developed for subordinates. In addition to evaluating work performance, justifies recommendations for awards/bonuses for positions in the unit for higher-level approval. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements. Identifies developmental training needs of employees and self and requests for and/or arranges needed developmental and operational training. Communicates unconventional training requests with higher level management to determine accessibility, available funding and best use of resources. Gives advice, counsel or instruction to employees on technical, operational, and/or administrative matters. Hears and resolves complaints from employees at the informal stage, referring group grievances and more serious, unresolved complaints to the higher level manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases. Fosters a fair and equitable work environment. Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, and advanced knowledge of budget, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the organization. Responsible for applying program resources to meet defined requirements. Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit, major subdivision and the LOB/SO with subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. May have frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties to interpret policies/procedures or for other project/program purposes. Has authority to make commitments for subordinate organizational units, within guidelines. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the SSC. Participates in planning and executing organizational goals utilizing strategic planning and sound management principles in order to accomplish mission objectives. Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher-level management. Regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution. Individual and organizational performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher-level management, usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. Consults with higher level management to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the tactical objectives of the major subdivision.

Qualifications: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level of FV-I/Level IV, or the equivalent of an FG/GS-13. Specialized experience is defined as experience in the FV-2101 occupation or in a related occupation, which equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized Experience is: Applied knowledge of and experience in the technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility appropriate to the position. Generally, experience at the next lower level of I/level IV or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience provides the demonstrated abilities identified in this announcement. 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. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. Narratives for Leadership and Management Dimension identified under qualifications are mandatory. Failure to submit Leadership and Management Dimension statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

How to Apply: Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position. You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register. RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION. We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week. Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA. Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible. You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-22