Duties
The Supervisory Aviation Accident Investigator directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. The work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of AVS. Applies an advanced technical knowledge of aviation accidents investigative techniques, principles and guidelines to direct the FAA investigators in technical workgroups in the analysis of aviation accidents.
As the Branch Manager engages in discussions with agencies that participate in intelligence and information sharing regarding possible causes of accidents, risk to accident prevention. These agencies include National Security Service (NSS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of the Director of National Intelligence(ODNI), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), National Security Agency (NSA), Department of Corrections (DOC), Department of State (DOS), Department of Interior (DOI), Department of Agriculture (DOA), and Health Human Services (HHS)to include components or operating administrations of the departments, within the FAA and DOT. The Manager shares intelligence and sensitive information and briefs AVP in regards to these intelligence and sensitive information.
Performs managerial duties, which typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/program, and 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 actions as appropriate.
Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. Applies an advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/ projects/programs or requests additional resources, as needed. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource 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. In some areas, may have frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties to interpret policies/procedures or for other project/program purposes to include Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Department of Defense (DOD), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and coordinate and resolve related issues to the Federal Aviation Administration in protection of the National Air Space (NAS) and Aviation Accident Investigation on a worldwide basis. Also, has authority to make commitments for subordinate organizational units, within guidelines.
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. Has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs short-term objectives of the major subdivision.
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.
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Next steps
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
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