Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist

Summary This position is located in the Airspace Rules & Regulations Team (AJV-P21), under the Rules and Regulations Group (AJV-P2), within the Policy Directorate (AJV-P), in Mission Support Services (AJV-0). The Rules and Regulations Group is responsible for providing direction and guidance concerning airspace actions, environmental issues, and UAS, as well as for developing rules and policies within the National Airspace System (NAS). Responsibilities He/she serves as Team Manager for the Airspace Rules & Regulations Team and reports to the Rules & Regulations Group Manager on all aspects of program responsibilities. The Team Manager provides oversight for Agency rulemaking projects, general airspace actions and proposals, airspace boundary certifications, Title 14 CFR part 71 rules, Class B and C airspace, ATS routes, Title 14 CFR part 73 rules (prohibited and restricted areas), non-rulemaking airspace actions (military operations areas, warning areas, alert areas, and national security areas), Temporary Flight Restrictions, Department of State and Department of Defense proposed civil and military airspace actions. Directs the work of subordinate employees for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. The Team Manager provides direction to staff on proposed and final rules for 14 CFR parts 65, 71, 73, 77, 91, 93, 99, 101, 103, 105, and 189 airspace actions for publication in the Federal Register, processes non-rulemaking Special Use Airspace (SUA) proposals and prepares National Flight Data Digest (NFDD) inputs for approved non-rulemaking SUA proposals. Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspect of the work directed as it relates to the movement of air traffic within the National Airspace System (NAS). He/she applies an advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/ projects/programs or requests additional resources, as needed. He/she resolves all but unique problems without intervention from higher-level manager. He/she exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities including planning, communicating the organization's vision and objectives, setting priorities, assignment of work and responsibilities, monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Has the authority, within guidelines, to make commitments for subordinate organizational units. He/she actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs. He/she directs team in the performance of a variety of special and/or sensitive assignments, involving the research, analysis, development of written materials, and coordination of substantive program issues and activities. Senior management typically reviews individual and organizational performance periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. He/she has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the short-term objectives of Mission Support Services. The Group's work directly affects the organizational unit and Mission Support Services Service. 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 developing and implementing new and revised regulations governing the movement of air traffic in the National Airspace System. 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. Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations. 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. In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression assignment. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention. Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed. 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. 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

Created: 2026-05-04