Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent FAA employees

The Program Manager serves as the Financial Management Group (FMG) Team Manager (TM) and applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of budget formulation and execution to manage and integrate the work of several subordinate geographically dispersed sub-teams and subordinate team managers. Directs the team in analyzing, developing and evaluating complex budget formulation and execution programs that directly impact all Air Traffic Organization (ATO) services including Operations and Activity 5 appropriations, as well as budget requests for the Operations Review Board. The work activities directly impacts on the goals and objectives of the major subdivision, and the ATO, and often the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the work of multiple ATO support projects. Develops strategic plans, policies, and programs, set priorities, and communicates the organization's vision and objectives. Assigns tasks and responsibilities, monitors and evaluates performance of organizational units, managers, and employees, coaches and develops staff and organizational capabilities, approves leave, and takes or approves corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. The TM Guides subordinate managers and employees to prevent and resolve problems without the intervention of higher level management except where ATO and FAA-wide interests are at stake.

Applies a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures to lead and integrate the budget planning processes for all projects/programs under their control, along with projects both short-term and long-term which address future needs. Participates in planning efforts that cross all ATO Service Units. Applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed related to the budget and execution process to recommend solutions to meet ATO financial needs. Provides direction to program support for the budget formulation process and/or acquisition management. Maintains all necessary documentation and coordinates with all stakeholders. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems involving the budget formulation and execution processes which cross all ATO Service Units and disciplines.

Uses project/program management principles to evaluate funding allocations and performance metrics in the context of organizational objectives, ensuring financial and operational strategies align with program goals. Develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization. Organizes programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. Assesses program performance and analyzes program risks.

Contacts are routinely internal and external to the Group and Directorate and include subordinates, peers, higher level management, industry and stakeholders to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and to plan for the future. As the primary point of contact for budget formulation and execution issues, frequently represents the Directorate and Management Services at conferences or meetings. Responds to Congressional, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and General Accounting Office (GAO) inquiries as required. Has the authority, within guidelines, to make commitments for the Group/ Directorate, to establish new policies/procedures, and to make exceptions.

Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives, which leave considerable room for discretion. The Group Manager typically reviews individual and organizational performance on a periodic basis through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. Has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the short-term and long-term objectives of the major subdivision and ATO.

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).
• Employee remains in their current duty station.

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-14/15 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 using the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the budget formulation process;

-Experience with budget and the execution process to recommend solutions to meet organization's financial needs;

AND

-Experience applying project or program management principles to evaluate funding allocations and performance metrics to ensure financial and operational strategies align with program goals.

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.

*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.**

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

All applicants must submit the following:

(1) resume with complete work history; and
(2) a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For guidance on how to create a Federal resume, visit http://www.archives.gov/careers/jobs/forms/resume-guide.pdf.

Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in a finding of ineligible. We are not responsible for incomplete, illegible or missing documents.

Please DO NOT email your application documents. We cannot accept documents received via the email system. Documents sent via email will NOT receive consideration.

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/.

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