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Program Manager

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Information and Technology Services, Workplace Solutions Staff Office (ASP-010)

Summary

ASP provides the AIT organization optimal business solutions in strategic alignment with Agency goals and objectives. ASP is responsible for IT policies, processes, investment portfolio, and Talent Resources. In alignment with OMB/Agency mandates Strategy & Performance (S&P) provides Hardware and Software Asset Management, Software Compliance, Lifecycle Management, and IT Acquisition Strategy and Support.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/13/2026 to 04/22/2026
Salary
$112,283 - $173,980 per year

Salary with locality to be determined at time of job offer.

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
FAA Nationwide-Selectee Remains in Current Duty Location
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework as determined by agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Announcement number
ACT-AFN-26-ASP010-98105
Control number
864784800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Current Permanent FAA Employees Only.

Duties

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Manages and provides internal program responsibility through subordinate employees and managers to accomplish program objectives in the areas of workforce planning, administrative and business-related programs for AIT, the program areas may include, but not limited to: hiring initiatives, orientation procedures/processes for new LOB employees; human capital analysis; training; performance management; telework; time and attendance; and space management.

Directs the work of subordinate employees and oversees a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the AIT organization. Sets priorities; assigns tasks; monitors and evaluates performance; coaches, mentors, and develops employee capabilities; approves leave; and takes or recommends corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate. Performs critical aspects of the human capital planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term needs and justifying resources.

Applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed; to include knowledge of workforce planning, administrative, business policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the organization. Develops comprehensive plans, programs, and schedules for the organization in relation to the administrative and business related programs and operational standards essential to accomplishing the organizational goals.

In collaboration and coordination with AHR staff as needed, provides guidance and recommendations to management on administrative processes, personnel actions, and hiring decisions that impact AIT employees. Develops waivers and justifications to support recruitment activities; responds to management and employee inquiries; and ensures all personnel actions are coordinated and processed to meet merit system principles, human resource policy and target effective dates.

Prepares and reports on personnel and administrative/business programs through briefings and reports to senior management and staff,
and counsels directly with same; advises on staffing trends, and other related requirements.

Provides FAA/AFN policy guidance for AIT managers and employees. Prepares staffing reports and other documentation as required. Sets priorities; assigns tasks; monitors and evaluates performance; coaches, mentors, and develops employee capabilities; approves leave; and takes or recommends corrective/disciplinary action, as appropriate.

Contacts are routinely internal and external to the major subdivision. Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future. May represent the major subdivision, LOB/ SO, or the FAA externally as a primary point of contact for policies/ procedures or other project/program purposes. Has the authority, within guidelines, to make commitments for the major subdivision, to establish new policies/procedures, and to make exceptions.
Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives which leave considerable room for discretion.

Provides guidance to subordinate managers and employees for preventing and resolving problems without the intervention of higher level management except where LOB/SO or FAA-wide interests are at stake. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems which cross organizational lines and disciplines. In doing so, considers technical, budgetary, regulatory, and political issues that involve other organizations inside and outside the FAA. May participate in developing solutions to FAA-wide problems.

Individual and organizational performance is reviewed periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. Has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the tactical and strategic (short-term and long-term) objectives of the major subdivision and LOB/SO.

Requirements

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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).
  • A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.

Qualifications

To view the complete qualification standard, applicants should reference OPM Program Management Series 0340

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/program-management-series-0340/

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J, FG/GS-14. 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 is: Experience advising leadership/management officials on programs and plans to meet current and future critical organization workforce needs.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Interviews: Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.

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Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee.

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 for this announcement, 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 KSAs 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.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Federal Aviation Administration

At the FAA, the sky is not the limit—it is just the beginning. Exciting new opportunities are emerging in aviation and aerospace. Significant investments are advancing the research and development of autonomous vehicles, environmentally friendly electric aircraft, high-speed and long-endurance solar-powered aircraft, and new types of space vehicles. Success with these new technologies and vehicle types will introduce new ways to transport people and goods expanding aviation's footprint in transportation. People are our strength. We are a diverse workforce of over 44,000 located nationwide and spanning over 120 occupations to include air traffic control specialists, aviation safety inspectors, engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals. Join us in our mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.

Agency contact information

Courtney Rowan
Phone
1 (609) 485-5867
Fax
1 (609) 485-8995
Email
courtney.a.rowan@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
ACT Regional HR Services Branch
Atlantic City International Airport, Bldg. 300
AHF-N710
Atlantic City, NJ 08405
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