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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, (MSS-2, Level 7), Operations Supervisor
Federal Aviation Administration
Department of Transportation
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of air traffic controllers in a busy airport facility, where you'll assign tasks, manage schedules, evaluate performance, and handle employee issues to keep flights safe and efficient.
It's ideal for experienced air traffic professionals who enjoy supervising others and improving team operations in a high-stakes environment.
A good fit would be someone with at least a year of hands-on control experience or prior supervisory roles in aviation.
Key Requirements
- Held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or higher position for at least 1 year (52 weeks)
- Facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility
- Held a Management Support Specialist (MSS) position or above for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility
- Experience supervising air traffic control specialists and assigning work
- Ability to evaluate employee performance, resolve complaints, and recommend ratings
- Knowledge of diversity, EEO policies, and labor management partnership processes
- Skills in planning, scheduling, and improving work procedures in a terminal facility
Full Job Description
Serves as an Operations Supervisor in a Level 7 terminal facility. To qualify for this position you: 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) in 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/she has been performing the higher-graded work); OR 3.
Must have held a MSS position or above for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:
Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialists 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.
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