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Program Manager (District Executive Advisor)

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Air Traffic Organization, Central Service Area, Indianapolis District, TCID

Summary

The position serves as the Program Manager, District Executive Advisor (DEA) for an Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Air Traffic Services District, under the supervision of the General Manager (GM) and/or Assistant General Manager (AGM). The incumbent provides support to the GM/AGM regarding the day-to-day administrative functions of a District.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/07/2026 to 05/18/2026
Salary
$112,820 - $174,906 per year

Salary cited includes a locality rate of 18.15%.

Pay scale & grade
FV J
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Indianapolis, IN
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary - 2 Years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
ASW-ATO-26-SHR184-98563
Control number
868118200

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Current Permanent FAA employees-within TCID only.

Duties

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Directs/supervises a team of professionals responsible for broad range of district-wide administrative functions, programs and initiatives. Managerial duties affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/program and include: planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate.

Provides comprehensive advice and guidance to management officials at all levels throughout the District. Provides guidance for the preparation, presentation, formulation, justification and execution of administrative process and programs, which includes an in-depth knowledge of organizational agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, applicable precedents, agency manuals, directives, and research materials.

Exercises a high level of judgment in the performance of his/her duties by independently looking for alternative strategies to adapt to the changing requirements of the NAS. Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, an advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. In coordination with Human Resources (AHR), this position is responsible for personnel programs and policy compliance withing the District, e.g., Fair Labor Standards Act, pay, hours of work, leave, Family and Medical Leave Act and
labor distribution reporting.

Provides direct oversight of the District operational budget, to include reporting requirements, purchasing, travel, Personnel, Compensation and Benefits, and staffing, etc. Represents the GM/AGM in budgetary matters when required. Develops implementation strategies for the District, consistent with the ATO strategic plans. Develops and recommends changes in the program objectives, operations and resource utilization. Plans for and integrates new programs or new staff into existing programs in order to maximize effectiveness.

Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit, major subdivision and the LOB/SO with subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. Supports District management officials with the administrative processes in relation to work environment issues, sensitive employee matters, or any controversial dealings. Oversees administrative investigations. Serves as the primary liaison between the District and Executive Staff, Service Center and Human Resources.

Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher-level management. Regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution. Individual and organizational performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher level management, usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. Work activities typically impact directly on project/program objectives for more than one organizational unit and for the major subdivision. Work frequently affects the major subdivision's internal and external customers.

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).
  • Temporary NTE 2 Years. May be extended, terminated or made permanent without further competition.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-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: experience in managing resources, management and strategic planning; process evaluation and development; and knowledge of budget allocation and administrative policies/procedures.

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

Please ensure 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.

Applicants should provide examples of specialized experience in their work history.

Narratives for Leadership and Management Dimension/Technical Requirements identified are mandatory. Failure to provide the Leadership and Management Dimensions/Technical Requirements narrative will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

Leadership and Managerial Dimensions: 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, Skill 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 narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA 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 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.

Education

There is no education substitution.

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

Temporary NTE 2 Years: This is a temporary assignment that may be extended, terminated or made permanent without further competition.

Supervisory/Managerial Training Requirements: For newly appointed Front Line Managers, mandatory corporate training may be required. This training must be completed within prescribed time frames.

Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period Requirement: A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.

Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5). This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Subject to a 5-year period reinvestigation.

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

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

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Agency contact information

Shannon Richmond, Human Resources Specialist
Phone
1 (877) 222-5864
Fax
1 (817) 222-5852
Email
shannon.h.richmond@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
ASW Regional HR Services Branch
10101 Hillwood Parkway
AHF-S410
Fort Worth, TX 76177
US

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