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 managers individual performance, and available funding.
This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Flight Program Operations, Aircraft Operations, OKC Flight Operations Team.
Duties
Aircraft Operations supports flight operations in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) owned and exclusive-use leased aircraft in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR), federal directives, and the Flight Program Operations Air Operator/Air Carrier Certificate(s).
The Team Manager applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the work of multiple projects to accomplish objectives. Applies an an advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures to exercise the full range of supervisory responsibilities. This includes planning; communicating Flight Program Operations 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. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs.
The Team Manager applies experience using project management principles to define, plan, and organize assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple projects. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among 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.
The Team Manager applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed to independently determine necessary facility restrictions and adjustments. Applies experience analyzing flight inspection results, facility data, geodetic information, procedural information, and, runway parameters to determine and recommend alternatives and solutions to system issues while ensuring an an equivalent level of safety.
Contacts are primarily within Flight Program Operations, the ATO, subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects and to plan for the future. In some areas, may have frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties to provide project status. Has authority to make commitments as it relates to assigned project units, within guidelines.
Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. The Team Manager resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher-level management and has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects with the tactical (short-term) objectives of the ATO. 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 with the tactical (short-term) objectives of Flight Program Operations.
As a participant in the FAA Flight Inspection Flight Program, the Team Manager must maintain a Class III medical certificate.
