Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SSC Supervisor)

Specialized Experience: To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression (FV-2101-I or other related duties). 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 may include but is not limited to: applied knowledge and experience in technology system interrelationships and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation and electronic systems. MANAGERIAL SELECTION FACTORS: In the text box below, you must provide a brief description of your experience for each 'Managerial Selection Factor'.

Include the name, title, organization name, and phone number of at least one reference that can be contacted for further verification of your level of capability. Failure to address these narratives will result in loss of consideration.

Serves as the System Support Center (SSC) manager. Has responsibility for overall administrative and technical direction of the assigned workforce consisting of Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) and support staff involved in providing National Air Space (NAS) services to enroute/terminal air traffic control to commercial airlines, and general aviation aircraft for a defined area. Reports directly to a District Manager (OM) or District Facilities Manager (DFM).

Directs the work of subordinate employees for at least one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. May be responsible for supervising employees in more than one SSC/duty location.

Duties typically 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 action as appropriate. Exercises authority for supervisory responsibilities over staff, including staff scheduling and approval of leave.

Assures equity of performance standards and rating techniques developed for subordinates. In addition to evaluating work performance, justifies recommendations for awards/bonuses for positions in the unit for higher-level approval. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements.

Identifies developmental training needs of employees and self and requests for and/or arranges needed developmental and operational training. Communicates unconventional training requests with higher level management to determine accessibility, available funding and best use of resources. Gives advice, counsel or instruction to employees on technical, operational, and/or administrative matters.

Hears and resolves complaints from employees at the informal stage, referring group grievances and more serious, unresolved complaints to the higher-level manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases. Fosters a fair and equitable work environment.

Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, and advanced knowledge of budget, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the organization. Responsible for applying program resources to meet defined requirements. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the SSC.

Participates in planning and executing organizational goals utilizing strategic planning and sound management principles in order to accomplish mission objectives.