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. As the Deputy Director, the incumbent serves as a senior advisor to the Assistant Administrator for Human Resource Management (AHR-1), AHR-2, and AHD-1. Responsibilities The Incumbent provides direction, supervision, and managerial oversight for the delivery of Career and Leadership Development services, Implementation of corporate AHR development policies and procedures, and the Implementation of FAA Leadership and Learning Institute courses and FAA Learning Center services. Manages the work of a large, multi-level organization typically through subordinate managers. 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 (program, budget, etc) for a major organization. The incumbent acts directly on behalf of the Director and is charged with making strategic and operational planning decisions in support of AHD's mission. As a complementary resource to the Director, the incumbent is responsible for leading, directing and managing the full range of AHD functions in the Director's absence, including coordinating AHD projects and aligning those projects strategically across organizational and disciplinary lines within AHR and FAA. The Incumbent represents AHD Interests at FAA meetings and is a key player in working groups, committees and Initiatives Involving talent and leadership development. Applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work that Is directed; a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision, the LOB/SO, and the FAA. Specific Duties Include: Reviewing AHD's strategic and operational work plans, services and work products to provide Input, guidance and suggestions on Improvements In order to achieve program goals; Leading, supervising and coaching AHD staff by developing and monitoring performance goals, standards and metrics to measure outputs and Improve Individual and organizational performance; Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to build, develop and promote AHD strategic requirements and to ensure AHD functions are resourced to support AHR and Agency requirements; Building strategic partnerships and collaborative relationships across Lines of Business (LOB) and Staff Offices (SO) in order to provide timely and effective support to FAA employees, supervisors, managers and executives. Work Is typically governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives which leave considerable room for discretion. Provides guidance to subordinate managers and employees for preventing and resolving problems without the Intervention of higher-level management except where LOB/SO or FAA-wide Interests are at stake. Provides consultation to senior AHD managers on strategic planning, business transformation strategies and specific Initiatives and actions that achieve program excellence and drive FAA to a high-performance organization. Manages projects and programs, including contracts and acquisitions, to ensure projects are well-defined, resourced appropriately and managed effectively. Analyzes qualitative data to determine program effectiveness and to Identify any gaps between actual Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience 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 -Experience managing and troubleshooting logistics associated with training delivery, e.g., facilities, travel, supplies/equipment, etc; and -Experience preparing, managing, and providing oversight of operational budgets and contracting actions; and -Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis to translate, interpret and extrapolate results effectively to diverse FAA audiences, executives, managers, and team members. · 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 their application for employment with the FAA. · **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.** 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 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 is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA