Summary The Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM) develops and manages medical programs in support of Aviation Safety. The Regional Augmentation Team (RAT) supports the Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM) regional program efforts and other AAM efforts in the performance of AAM employee’s primary duties, including preparation for and response to public health events affecting the aviation industry. Responsibilities Is a recognized subject matter expert in program operations planning and provides leadership for highly complex and challenging activities under the minimal direction of a manager or executive. May act as a principal analyst to evaluate, analyze, and develop new and innovative approaches, methodologies, and/or techniques or as a team leader to define and direct challenging projects/programs/activities. Shares responsibility for the performance of programs/projects that frequently affect more than one LOB/SO or the FAA as a whole. Performs duties in preparation of the AAM Continuity of Operations (COOP) program to include COOP planning, reconstitution planning, devolution planning and emergency operations planning; as well as test, training and exercise requirements. Applies experience and expert knowledge in analyzing and evaluating programs which includes work task involved with conducting functional activities for the continuity of operations program and in support of other projects/programs that often requires the development of innovative approaches. Identifies and resolves challenging problems or issues that often cross organizational boundaries and impact on the accomplishment of strategic objectives. Typical assignments include providing subject matter expert guidance to managers, FAA employees, less-experienced professionals, and team members; leading large project/program teams; defining and developing internal policies and procedures; predicting potential issues and proposing preventive actions. Analyzing technical aviation and organization performance information, forecast trends, and perform other related analyses. Supports the regional Crisis Response Steering Group (CRSG) and the regional Crisis Response Working Group (CRWG) during all events. Identifies annual travel, space, supplies and equipment requirements for National Engagement and Regional Administration (ARA) support of emergency operations to ensure that emergency plans can be executed. Contacts are internal and external. Often represents the major subdivision and LOB/SO as a principal point of contact to provide expert advice and guidance on the applications of policies and procedures. Formulates and recommends to senior management positions on major projects/policies/issues. Prepares, reviews, and recommends approvals of major reports on projects, programs, and other work activities for internal and external distribution. Develops briefings to convey strategic vision and/or organizational policies to internal and external audiences. Coordinates, as needed, with federal, state, and local entities before, during and after an emergency to facilitate FAA's preparedness, response, and recovery. Participates in federal, state, and local emergency planning efforts and applicable exercises. Provides medical planning and COOP program expert guidance and support to regional LOB/SO. Familiar with and understand operation center procedures and policies. Perform duties in support of Emergency Operating Facility (EOF) activities. Communicates with management, other AAM employees and team members, performs analysis on programs, and collaborates and support other regional programs and functions, as needed. Work is typically reviewed only at completion for success in achieving planned results. Has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of organizational goals and policies and the requirements of the projects and/or other work activities. This position requires regular access to documents and information at the Top Secret/SCI level. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications Reference OPMs Group coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions. TO QUALIFY AT THE FV-J (FG/GS-14/15) level you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I (FG/GS-13) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes analyzing, interpreting and explaining the impact of emergency plans/programs, policies, procedures on an organization; developing schedules, coordinating, and managing projects and resources; leading large project/program teams; defining and developing internal policies and procedures; predicting potential issues and proposing preventive actions. AND QUALITY RANKING FACTOR (QRF): Well qualified candidates will possess knowledge of transportation emergency response methods, practices, and standards and/or procedures related to the multi-modal networks of transportation systems. Education See Qualifications Required. KSA Information 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. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA 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. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs and Other Factors 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. 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. This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) 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. 3) Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 4) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov) 5) Please upload documents through USAjobs.gov or 9-AMC-AHF-S210@faa.gov and reference the announcement number. To check receipt of emailed documents, please email Ryan.Cappadony@faa.gov. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA