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Summary 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 manager's individual performance, and available funding. This position is located in the ATO, PMO, Integrated Services and Analysis Directorate, Acquisition Support and Analytics Group, AJM-1200 and reports to AJM-1 Director. Responsibilities The Acquisition Support and Analytics Group delivers acquisition and programmatic expertise, artifacts, best practices, and partnering services to support investments as they navigate the AMS lifecycle. In addition, AJM-1200 also identifies and communicates the health of PMO programs through timely status and trends analyses (early warning) of key indicators; recommends action plans to take advantage of opportunities, and addresses risks. As the Program Manager, you will serve as a Middle Manager and oversees the work of a multi-level organization, and across multiple functions and/or disciplines within a major subdivision through subordinate managers and employees. Provides guidance to direct reports responsible for leading projects and monitoring contractors in the development, test, integration, implementation, and sustainment of systems. Applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspect of the work directed to oversee the analyses and assessment of program requirement stability, designs, and conducts complex studies of proposed software applications, ensuring compliance with system requirements. Integrates work of multiple organizations to meet strategic goals of the organization and the FAA, participates in strategic planning for the FAA, and makes commitments for a major organization. Uses program management principles and practices to develop new programs to ensure the strategic direction, goals, and objectives of the organization are met. Reviews evaluation methods provided by subordinate managers to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvements. Establishes quality criteria and standards and ensures program and contractors deliverables meet the required quality standards. Develops change management plans to manage and support change initiatives within the program; and communicates changes effectively to all stakeholders. Tracks and reports on program performance to ensure the continuous alignment with goals and objectives. Identify and mitigate risks to program success. Leads and develops program teams, including program/project managers and employees by providing direction and support, and identifying and addressing training and development needs. Possesses a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the PMO, the ATO, and the FAA. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple organizational units/projects/ programs and across multiple functions and/or disciplines. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/projects/programs or acquires additional resources as needed. Leads and integrates the budget planning processes for all organizational units/projects/programs under his/her control, and projects both short-term and long-term future needs. Participates in planning efforts that cross organizational lines within the PMO and ATO. Provides guidance to employees for preventing and resolving problems without the intervention of higher-level management except where ATO or FAA-wide interests are at stake. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems which cross organizational lines and disciplines. May participate in developing solutions to FAA-wide problems. Contacts are routinely internal and external to the PMO to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future. Collaborates with other managers to ensure consistent communication of goals and objectives and improve organizational business practices. Represents PMO, ATO, and/or the FAA as a primary point of contact for policies/ procedures or other project/program purposes in technical meetings, program reviews, and conferences as requested by the director. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-J or FG/GS-14) that is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: Experience in program management principles and techniques to develop new programs and organize programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. * Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. *All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. ** Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. 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 person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements 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. 1. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. 2. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and Technical Requirement. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and/or Technical Requirement section, in your work history, please include information 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 Resource Specialist as appropriate. 3. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. 4. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 5. This Level 2 (Non-Critical Sensitive; Secret) position requires favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. 6. This announcement is also being advertised under Current/Former Federal & EVHO VA #AWA-AJM-24-0282MN-90980. Please review both vacancy announcements before making application to determine your eligibility to apply. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA