SummaryThe Accountability Board Division (ABD) is a part of the FAA Office of Human Resource Management (AHR), Accountability & Strategic Business Management Directorate. The ABD Director reports directly to the Executive Director for Accountability & Strategic Business Management (AHA-1). The ABD Director is responsible for the leadership, direction, and oversight of the FAA's Accountability Board program, established under FAA Order 1110.125.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/27/2022 to 10/03/2022Salary$131,917 - $203,700 per yearThe salary listed above includes a 31.53% locality payment for the Washington DC metropolitan area.Pay scale & gradeFV KHelpLocation1 vacancy in the following location:Washington, DCTelework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.Travel Required25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent -Work scheduleFull-time -ServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNAJob family (Series)0340 Program ManagementSupervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceOtherDrug testNoAnnouncement numberAWA-AHA-22-7610GW-80855Control number679810400HelpThis job is open toFederal employees - Competitive serviceCurrent or former competitive service federal employees.Federal employees - Excepted serviceCurrent excepted service federal employees.VeteransClarification from the agencyAlso open to former excepted service federal employees eligible under an interchange agreement. Current or former federal employees must have met a one year probationary period or trial period in the competitive or excepted service. Applications will be accepted from preference eligible and veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least 3 years of continuous active duty service.HelpDutiesThe ABD Director manages the work of the ABD, which is a critical FAA program that impacts FAA employees. The Director sets priorities; assigns work tasks and responsibilities, and manages ABD employees.ABD Director responsibilities include: 1. Supervises the development and implementation of Accountability Board program policies and training.2. Oversees the use of data to identify trends related to the Accountability Board program.3. Manages and directs the work of the ABD and its employees, including managing daily operations; developing strategic business activities; and implementing approved strategic business activities to meet strategic goals of the organization and the FAA.4. Manages ABD resources by evaluating workload; developing and implementing standard operating procedures for ABD staff; and establishing internal controls to ensure resources are appropriately utilized.5. Oversees the preparation of Accountability Board program reports for the Administrator and FAA leadership.6. Serves as the principal subject matter expert on the Accountability Board program.7.Prepares written and presents oral briefings and training presentations about the Accountability Board program to staff within the FAA and to other government agenciesHelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentReview the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding your COVID vaccine status.US Citizenship is required.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)This Level 6 (High Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation prior to appointment.This announcement will be open until 100 applications are received, or October 3, 2022 whichever occurs first.Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.QualificationsTo 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 reviewing and synthesizing audits or non-criminal investigation findings, such as in a Federal Inspector General's office or Federal investigative office.Preferred skills or competency: Well-Qualified candidates will document expert ability to synthesize complex and sensitive data and translate it into information and actions for presentation to executives and other audiences.You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience and preferred skills or competencies 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.**EducationEducation cannot be substituted for experience.Preview Job QuestionnaireMake sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.Additional informationWe 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/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirementsThe US 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.If selected, you will be required to provide information regarding your COVID-19 vaccination status for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.NOTES:1. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Add'l info. is available on the following website: 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 the 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 (L) Dimension and Technical Requirement.In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each L Dimension and/or Technical Requirement, 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 managerial position.4. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the L Dimensions, Technical Requirements and/or Preferred Skills or Competencies 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 consideration.This is not a bargaining unit position.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA Read moreHelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.HelpA career with the US government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.Along with your resume and other documentation, you must include a writing sample of no more than 10 pages, which demonstrates your ability to synthesize complex and sensitive data and translate it into information and actions for presentation to executives and other audiences.Only supplemental documentation (eg transcript, certifications, SF-50, and/or veterans' documentation) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to 202-267-5748 or 1-866-291-3009 on or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number.Applicants claiming eligibility for the Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO), MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office.Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.If you are a current or former Federal employee (including a current FAA employee), you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.If you are a current Federal employee and need a current copy of your SF-50, please contact your personnel office. If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/. If you are a former Federal employee, you can obtain a copy of your SF-50 by writing the National Personnel Records Center Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL 62295. Additional information is available from this link: -louis/civilian-personnel/.Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO) are those veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least three (3) years of continuous active service. Applicants claiming eligibility for EVHO, MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office. Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees fromschools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.