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Summary This position serves as a Management and Program Analyst (MPA) and reports directly to the Technical Operations, Technical Services Organization: Operations Engineering Support Group; EOSH Support Operations Group; or Operations Support Staff. The Technical Services organization provides policy, support and technical services in support of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Responsibilities For the FV-G Band: Performs a combination of routine and multiple and varying assignments under the general direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Acts as an individual contributor and/or member of a team for projects/programs within a defined area of responsibility. Assists senior specialists and provides analyses for organization and program managers on critical planning and resource utilization issues. Assists with performing complex or controversial studies, using information from various automation systems and/or databases, e.g., National Airspace System Performance Analysis System (NASPAS), Remote Monitoring and Logging System (RMLS), and Facilities, Services, and Equipment Profile (FSEP), Workplace Inspection Tool (WIT), Safety Management Information System (SMIS), Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCR), etc. to analyze data and assists with developing reports in support of policy and procedure compliance, and to support efforts for operational efficiency improvements. Completes analyses of critical programs to assist with developing baseline performance measurements and comparing performance with the baseline. Plans and prepares project schedules. Prepares and supports projects in the financial tools. Gathers information and conducts research in support of requests for analysis of Technical Operations' operational and organizational metrics and conducts a variety of management studies as required by Technical Services management. Assists with developing standards covering complex program functions or missions involved in program planning and execution of control. Conducts analyses in the review or provides assistance and support in the evaluation of proposed program plans, and program activities to ensure proper program integration and conformance to FAA policy, currency, completeness, and adequacy of operations in meeting goals and objectives. Requests for assistance with analytical projects may come from the senior specialist, service area leadership, Districts, or internal stakeholders and may include staffing projections and financial requirements. Responsible for assisting with the production of technical metrics reports to meet the needs of the Districts. Assists Support Center managers with functional program areas. Applies experience and detailed knowledge applicable to his/her discipline to plan and accomplish assignments. Typical assignments may include: collecting and analyzing data/information; conducting research; applying policies and procedures; identifying problems; and working with higher level and lower level professionals in day-to-day operations. Demonstrates some independence in planning time and using assigned resources to accomplish tasks or small projects. Contacts are primarily internal to the organizational unit, major subdivision, or LOB/SO with a manager and other employees to share information, provide data and/or written analyses, and/or explain the statuses of assignments. Depending on the specialty, may have frequent contacts with customers and other external parties on routine matters such as gathering information, explaining regulations, and discussing the customers’ situations. Established policies/procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow some discretion for employee to select the most appropriate approach(es). Typically receives guidance on selecting approaches from a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Performs other duties as assigned. For the H Band: Provides independent analysis of Technical Operations' operational and organizational metrics and conducts a variety of management studies as required by Technical Services management. Please see Additional Information Section for duties and responsibilities continued. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position at the FV-G band, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience that may be equivalent to FV-F, FG/GS-5/9. To qualify for this position at the FV-H band, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience that may be equivalent to FV-G, FG/GS-10/11. Education OR For the G Band: Candidates may substitute PhD or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M., if related for specialized experience. Combination of education and experience may be qualifying for both grade levels. NOTE: To qualify based on education alone, you must provide a copy of College Transcripts. Refer to OPM's Operating Manual Qualification Standards at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-ADMIN There is no education substitution for the H band. 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 U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. 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. 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 in the announcement. 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. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills, and Ability (KSA), please include information in your work history that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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 Resources Specialist as appropriate. Interview Policy: If the agency decides to interview any qualified applicant on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. Qualifications need to be met by the closing date of this announcement to receive credit. FV-H Duties and Responsibilities (Continued) Retrieves information from various automation systems and/or databases, e.g., National Airspace System Performance Analysis System (NASPAS), Remote Monitoring and Logging System (RMLS), and Facilities, Services, and Equipment Profile (FSEP), Workplace Inspection Tool (WIT), Safety Management Information System (SMIS), Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCR), etc. to analyze data and assists with developing reports in support of policy and procedure compliance, and to support efforts for operational efficiency improvements. Additional Salary Information: FV-0343-G: $66,135 to $102,519 FV-0343-H: $79,455 to $123,161 Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA