Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Operations Supervisor, MSS-2, Level 7)

Full Job Description

Serves as an Operations Supervisor (Front Line Manager) in an ATC Level 7 terminal facility.

In conjunction with the qualification requirements outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards for General Schedule positions in the 2152, Air Traffic Control series, the requirements listed below determines the basic qualification requirements for Manager, Supervisor, and Support (MSS) positions in the terminal and en route options.

Please read the qualification requirements described below.

For MSS-1 through MSS-4 positions, applicants must have the following specialized experience requirements: 1) Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks); OR 2) Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) at an ATS facility; Note: an employee who has been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility that is upgraded is considered to meet the qualification requirements of the upgraded position, since he or she has been performing the higher graded work; OR 3) Must have held an MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.

In addition to the qualifications listed above for MSS positions, the chart for MSS positions ALL ATS positions from CPC's to MSS 1-4 may be eligible to apply.

NOTE: FSS falls under Systems Operations within ATO.

FSS Air Traffic Controllers would need to meet the requirements listed above by having experience in Air Traffic Services (ATS) Facilities or as stated in 1.

(pertaining to regional or headquarters experience). QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

"In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position may be a Career Enhancement Assignment Program (CEP)/Career Progression (CP). 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.

ATO CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility." Major Duties:

Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists who are responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within the geographic area of Fairbanks Alaska.

Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees.

Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialist who are responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area.

Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees. Sets work priorities and schedules.

Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings.

Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level manager.

Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed.

Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels. Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments.

Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibilities, including selection, training, and transfers.

Supports and participates in the labor management partnership process, and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner.