Duties
The incumbent is recognized as a subject matter expert for the Office of Airports (ARP) regional level on all aspects of ARP's financial assistance programs, consisting of the Airports Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP), Airport Improvement Program (AIP), Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program and other aid programs. Also serves as region's senior specialist for the System of Airports Reports (SOAR) database used to manage these programs. The Airports Financial Assistance Programs Specialist provides overall guidance and direction to the Managers and Program Managers in the Region/Airports District Offices (ADOs).
Applies experience and expert knowledge that are applicable to his or her discipline to conduct functional activities for projects/programs that often require the development of new and innovative approaches. Interprets legislation, regulations, orders, and national policies, procedures, and other guidance pertaining to aid programs in providing consultation and guidance to the ADOs, govermment agencies, consultants, aviation industry representatives and the public. Establishes regional policy pertaining to the ACIP, AIP, PFC, and other aid programs. Provides oversight and guidance to the Region/ADOs in developing the region's annual ACIP, including assigning planning ceilings, conducting review, and providing feedback.
Manages the distribution of AIP discretionary funds to the Region/ADO's to ensure the funding of the highest priority projects on the region's ACIP.
Assists the Region/ADOs, public agencies, and consultants in interpreting legislation, regulations, and national and regional policy regarding aid program eligibility of airport planing, development, land acquisition projects, and other related improvements.
Contacts are internal and external. Often represents the major subdivision and LOB/SO as a principal point of contact to provide advice and guidance on the applications of policies and procedures. Formulates and recommends to senior management positions on major projects/policies/issues. Provides consultation and guidance to Region/ADOs on grant management activities relating to obligations procurement, contract requirements, sponsor certification, project formulation, project application, project accomplishment, grant offer, grant agreement, amendments, payments, civil rights requirements and audits.
May oversee the region's PFC program, including the processing of PFC applications, notices of intent and amendments; the monitoring of PFC collections, disbursements, and project implementation, and the closeout of PFC applications and notices of intent. Reviews and provides input to the ADOs on PFC applications, notices of intent and amendments. Prepares the Final Agency Decision on PFC applications for small, medium and large hub airports.
Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but often require the development of new approaches. Often asked to develop new policies, procedures, and approaches that take into consideration FAA policies.
Provides expert guidance and instruction both internally and externally to address diverse, complex issues which often cross multiple projects, programs, and/or functional areas. Develops and recommends approaches to address current and anticipated problems and issues. Provides training and assistance to ADO and Regional personnel on ARP's financial assistance programs and the SOAR database, as needed or requested.
May represent ARP and the region on matters pertaining to ARP's financial assistance programs at meetings and conferences. Participates in or leads national teams to review current policy and guidance. Makes recommendations for changes to national policy pertaining to financial assistance programs.
Briefs ARP regional management on financial aid program status and significant issues on a regular basis.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13.
Specialized experience:
- Using Airport Capital Improvement Plans and programming airport planning and development projects for federal funding.
- Experience in reviewing and fulfilling AIP grant applications.
- Experience in reviewing and modifying PFC applications, notices of intent and amendments in accordance with FAA AMS.
- Experience in preparation and presentation of briefings and reports for management, other high level government officials, congressional staff and public.
- Knowledge of AIP and PFC statues, regulations, and policy sufficient to interpret and apply them in day-to-day work activities.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed under the Evaluation Criteria section. 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.
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 KSA, 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.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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 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
Interviews: If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed.
Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirements.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Required Documents
Supporting documentation must be submitted by either uploading as an attachment through USAJOBS or by faxing to 404-305-5401 by 11:59 PM EST on or before the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Applicants who do not submit supporting documentation for eligibility will not be considered. Documentation will not be accepted after the closing date. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
If you are an FAA employee, you
MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system
https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.