Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector

Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent AVS and AMA -200 Employees

Responsible for overall administration and program direction of branch activities and personnel that support and provide technical training for various FAA Offices including, but not limited to, Flight Standards Service and Aircraft Certification, as well as customers from the Department of Defense, domestic/international aviation businesses and organizations. Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed to include -interface with the Learning Management System, soliciting annual requirements for training, programming of the annual training program with LOB's adjusting the training program in response to changing requirements, and developing planning scenarios to prepare for or respond to changing circumstances.

Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish training objectives. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational 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 organization 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 the branch, within guidelines. Keeps the division manager and assistant division manager informed of the status of all projects and assignments. Assures the coordination of all functions of the branch with other organizational elements within the agency. 

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. 

Facilitates regular meetings to build a sense of teamwork within the branch and keep employees informed. Assures all personnel under direction and supervision receive advice, counsel, or instructions relating to both work assignments and administrative matters. Managerial duties include planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance for success in meeting training goals/objectives; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Interviews candidates for vacant positions, recommending promotions and other personnel actions. 

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

Minimum Eligibility Requirements For All Positions:

General Requirements for All Positions:

1. Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
2. Valid State driver's license;
3. Fluency in the English language;
4. No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
5. High 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:

1. 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);
2. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and
3. Not 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:

1. Possess a valid second class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and
2. Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to:

1. Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; or
2. Individuals 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, Flight Oversight specialties. Information can be found on the following website:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

https://my.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825AD.html

https://my.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825CS.html

https://my.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825RH.html

https://my.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/programpolicies/hrpm-emp-17h-1825-fo-faa-specific-qualifications-guidance-1825

Note - Recency of experience is waived for applicants currently in the 1825 series.

To 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. Experience developing and interpreting FAA regulations, policy and guidance directly related to the operation, maintenance, inspection, alteration or repair of aircraft and aircraft systems. Specific examples are Regulations, Advisory Circulars, Orders, Policy Memorandums, Notices, Safety Alerts for Operators (SAFO), Legal Interpretations, Policy Interpretations that have broad, national or international application.

In addition to the above, this vacancy has a Quality Ranking Factor, listed below. Applicants who meet this factor will be placed in a Well Qualified category. This factor is also listed under the Other Factors section.

Well-qualified candidates for this position will possess the following experience - 1) execution/administration of contracts for delivery-of training services; 2) risk management; and 3) overseeing the design, development, modification and evaluation of adult learning systems.

Qualifications 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.

Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), must be submitted.

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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