Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector

Full Job Description

As a supervisor/manager, the selectee for this position will be eligible to receive a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI) provided eligibility requirements noted in agency policy are met.

The MPI is an annual lump-sum incentive payment that considers agency performance, the manager's individual performance, and available funding.

This position serves as a Front-Line Manager within the Safety Management, Analytics and Systems Integration Division, Safety Management Branch, AFS-940. General Requirements for All Positions: 1.

Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years; 2. Valid State driver's license; 3. Fluency in the English language; 4.

No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and 5. High school diploma or equivalent.

Medical Requirements for All Positions: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The minimum medical requirements include the following requirements: Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read, without strain, printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted); Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.

In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of the aircraft must: Possess a valid second – class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to: Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; or Individuals who do not meet the minimum medical requirements but who are otherwise qualified will receive an individualized assessment to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position.

Applicants must meet specific requirements as outlined in the Office of Personnel Management Aviation Safety Series, Qualification Standards for Operations, Avionics and Maintenance specialties or Human Resource Policy Manual Policy Chapter Supplements for Aircraft Dispatch, Cabin Safety, Rotorcraft-Helicopter, Flight Oversight specialties.

Information can be found on the following website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825AD/ https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825CS/ https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp/emp_sup/emp-1-7_1825RH/ https://my.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/emp-17h-1825-fo To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I/FG-13.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes: advanced technical experience at the FV-I/FG-13 level in any of the following specialties: Operations, Avionics, Maintenance, Aircraft Dispatch, Cabin Safety, Rotorcraft- Helicopter or Flight Oversight that reflects experience with and practical application of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), policies, standards and procedures as they relate to Flight Standards certification and surveillance programs with emphasis on 14 CFR Part 121, 135, 145.

Significant experience and practical application of the Safety Assurance System (SAS) business process, System Safety and ability to apply policies, standards and procedures as they relate to Continued Oversight of Safety (COS) with an emphasis on Safety Management System.

Demonstrate evaluation and application of Safety Management Systems (SMS), Risk-Based Decision Making (RBDM) at the system level to improve safety.

Significant experience in developing and delivering complex technical subjects such as SAS and/or SMS to a wide range of internal and/or external audiences.

In addition to the above, this vacancy has a Quality Ranking Factor, listed below. Applicants who meet this factor will be placed in a Well Qualified category.

This factor is also listed under the Other Factors section.

Expert knowledge of and extensive experience overseeing a certificate holder with a Safety Management System (SMS) and ensuring the certificate holder's effective utilization of SMS; utilizing the Safety Automation System (SAS) to track, monitor, and evaluate the certificate holder.

Knowledge and experience in overseeing a certificate holder that participates in voluntary programs, such as Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Voluntary Disclosure Reporting Program (VDRP).

Please explain and provide examples. Recency of experience is waived for employees currently in the 1825 Series. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Major Duties:

The Front-Line Manager is responsible for aviation safety activities in a complex and dynamic environment.

Manages and monitors individual and unit, group, or team performance standards with organizational initiatives, goals, and objectives by providing feedback, acknowledging achievement, and addressing performance deficiencies.

Incumbent has full authority and responsibility to make all decisions and take action in the assigned program areas, subject to the manager's administrative review.

Higher-level management reviews performance periodically by utilizing/reviewing work products, status reports, and organizational measures in place to ensure timeliness, policy compliance, and overall alignment with the Flight Standards Service.

Directs the work of subordinate employees at the organizational unit level creating appropriate expectations for achieving intended results.

Managerial duties include planning, organizing, setting priorities; assigning and allocating work for a unit, group, or team; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking or recommending corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate.

Defines/redefines priorities as needed while meeting changing demands. Delegates the work that is appropriate for others under their direct supervision.

Identifies relevant stakeholders associated with the work of the unit or branch and engages to receive feedback on unit performance, relationships and individual well-being.

Creates partnerships exemplified by mutual respect, productive conflict, and effective action taking to address service issues.

Encourages teamwork within the unit or branch exemplified by ensuring individuals are working with others beyond their area of expertise, specialty or job role to collect and consider other views and perspectives.

Applies a comprehensive knowledge of the technical aspects of the directed work, typically governed by Federal Aviation Regulations, established guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Faces challenges or barriers, taking time to consider and discuss a range of relevant views from direct reports, peers and others.

Takes actions to address impediments to success for individuals, unit, or team. Creates, communicates and reinforces clarity of direction for individuals.

Views questions from direct reports as opportunities to clarify direction, learn, and grow. Works collaboratively to resource and achieve critical priorities effectively across functions and cultures.

Works collaboratively with stakeholders and service providers in designing and providing a sound business case to next-level manager for fiscal and human resource needs that support individual direct reports and the unit, group, or team, aligning with the expectations of Flight Standards (FS).

Contributes views, perspective, and experience as a member of the office, branch, or division leadership team.

Anticipates changes that affect organizational vision and assists in developing new policies and procedures. Develops strategies to implement organizational change.

Demonstrates a positive attitude to achieving results, quickly recovering from setbacks, and learning from experience. Provides guidance and mentoring to enhance employee's knowledge and ability.

Provides coaching for development and uses influence to support employee performance and growth while providing effective feedback. Demonstrates leadership and commitment to the FAA model EEO program.

Ensures equal opportunity for all employees or applicants through compliance with applicable laws and regulations to eliminate discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Cooperates fully and ensures the full cooperation of employees under his/her supervision in authorized EEO complaint processing.

Seeks assistance and/or guidance from the FAA Office of Civil Rights and other staff offices immediately as EEO questions arise and as the need for EEO training is identified.