Duties

Summary

This position is located in Management Services, Director of Labor and Employee Development, Technical Labor Group, Technical Operations Labor Team, (AJG-L12). This group is responsible for providing technical advice and guidance to Air Traffic Organization (ATO) operational service units on labor issues; interpreting and applying Collective Bargaining Agreements; and for providing pre-arbitration services for third party actions such as grievances.

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Responsibilities

The incumbent is a Program Manager/Executive Technical Representative (ETR) and consultant to the Technical Operations. The ETR applies comprehensive knowledge of equipment and facilities to ident ify technical equipment and system implementation issues that support air traffic control systems and operations. This work is a critical area of safety oversight and directly impacts the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). Is a recognized subject matter expert in a specialized area and provides leadership for highly complex and challenging activities under the minimal direction of a manager or executive.

As an expert on Technical Operations systems and equipment, he/she applies experience identifying, and assessing significant processes and concerns related to labor issues in the Technical Operations Direct orate. Using technical expertise, the program manager evaluates and recommends approval of memorandum of understanding and agreements on the installation or modification of new equipment or systems. Recommends and formulates solutions and approaches that support the strategic plans and goals of the ATO and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Applies experience and expert knowledge that are applicable to his or her discipline to conduct functional activities for projects/programs that often require the development of new and innovative approaches. Applies comprehensive knowledge of the interrelationships and functional responsibilities of the ATO to develop a strategy for collaboration and negotiation with national labor unions in the Service Areas and Service Units. Works with senior management to identify and resolve problems.

The ETR applies knowledge of 5 U.S.C. Chapter 71 of the Federal Labor Relations Statute to interpret technical contract issues and advise the Director arid senior management with regards to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Accountability Board cases. Applies knowledge of and experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, mediations and hearings to serve as the Directors representative in settlement discussions. Analyzes data from com plaints, provides information and makes recommendations to the Director. Uses experience analyzing and interpreting case law, such as Federal Labor Relations Authority, Court and Arbitration decisions to evaluate the impact on Technical Operations systems, equipment and facilities. Coordinates with Human Resources, Civil Rights and the General Counsel, as appropriate, prior to recommending approval of settlement agreements to resolve grievances, disciplinary actions, Unfair Labor Practices, Merit System Protection Board issues, Guaranteed Fair Treatment (GFT) actions and Arbitrations.

Provides expert guidance and instruction both internally and externally to address diverse, complex issues which often cross multiple projects, programs, and/or functional areas. Develops and recommends approaches to address current and anticipated problems and issues. Works with senior management to identify and resolve problems.

The ETR applies knowledge of 5 U.S.C. Chapter 71 of the Federal Labor Relations Statute to interpret technical contract issues and advise the Director arid senior management with regards to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Accountability Board cases. Applies knowledge of and experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, mediations and hearings to serve as the Directors representative in settlement discussions. Analyzes data from com plaints, provides information and makes recommendations to the Director. Uses experience analyzing and interpreting case law, such as Federal Labor Relations Authority, Court and Arbitration decisions to evaluate the impact on Technical Operations systems, equipment and facilities.

Travel Required

25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
NA

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)

Qualifications

Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FG/GS-13/FV-I) 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 :

Experience identifying, analyzing and evaluating data to recommend solutions to management.

Experience applying regulations and procedures governing the operations, support and maintenance of equipment and facilities in the National Airspace System.

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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.
• Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) 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.
  
• *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 the vacancy.**

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience at the FV-J level.

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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.

*Due to the Pandemic, and individual states with different phases of reopening, your report date to your official duty station/facility will be delayed until such time as employees are allowed to report to the workplace. You may telework up to the maximum extent possible, up to and including full time, until it is safe to relocate.**

1. 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 KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA 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 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.

2. Applicants may be asked to verify information they have provided on their application for employment with the FAA.

3. Please ensure that 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.

4. Management may choose to interview all, some, or none of the referred candidates.

5. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the website: https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/comp/comp_ref ?

7. This is a Level 1 (Low Risk) position requires favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You 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.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Not Required

Drug test required
No

Required Documents

All applicants MUST submit the following:

(1)resume with complete work history; and
(2)a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)

If you are an 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 an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/ .

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. 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.