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Program Manager (Financial Management Group Team Manager)

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Air Traffic Organization, Management Services Division (AJG), Financial Management Group (AJG-R120).

Summary

This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Management Services, Financial Management Group (FMG). This Group provides budget execution and planning services for ATO service units (SU), allowing them to focus their efforts on their core operational missions. The Financial Management teams work collaboratively with each SU and their respective Pay and People Services teams to make sure each SU has the funding and resources to support the ATO mission.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/13/2026 to 05/26/2026
Salary
$112,283 - $173,980 per year

The salary listed above does not include locality. Locality will be determined based on the duty location of the selectee.

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
May be filled in various FAA duty locations
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with 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
Temporary - 2 years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Announcement number
AWA-AJG-26-77516JL-98647
Control number
868720800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent FAA employees

Duties

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The Program Manager serves as the Financial Management Group (FMG) Team Manager (TM) and applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of budget formulation and execution to manage and integrate the work of several subordinate geographically dispersed sub-teams and subordinate team managers. Directs the team in analyzing, developing and evaluating complex budget formulation and execution programs that directly impact all Air Traffic Organization (ATO) services including Operations and Activity 5 appropriations, as well as budget requests for the Operations Review Board. The work activities directly impacts on the goals and objectives of the major subdivision, and the ATO, and often the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the work of multiple ATO support projects. Develops strategic plans, policies, and programs, set priorities, and communicates the organization's vision and objectives. Assigns tasks and responsibilities, monitors and evaluates performance of organizational units, managers, and employees, coaches and develops staff and organizational capabilities, approves leave, and takes or approves corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. The TM Guides subordinate managers and employees to prevent and resolve problems without the intervention of higher level management except where ATO and FAA-wide interests are at stake.

Applies a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures to lead and integrate the budget planning processes for all projects/programs under their control, along with projects both short-term and long-term which address future needs. Participates in planning efforts that cross all ATO Service Units. Applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed related to the budget and execution process to recommend solutions to meet ATO financial needs. Provides direction to program support for the budget formulation process and/or acquisition management. Maintains all necessary documentation and coordinates with all stakeholders. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems involving the budget formulation and execution processes which cross all ATO Service Units and disciplines.

Uses project/program management principles to evaluate funding allocations and performance metrics in the context of organizational objectives, ensuring financial and operational strategies align with program goals. Develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization. Organizes programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. Assesses program performance and analyzes program risks.

Contacts are routinely internal and external to the Group and Directorate and include subordinates, peers, higher level management, industry and stakeholders to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and to plan for the future. As the primary point of contact for budget formulation and execution issues, frequently represents the Directorate and Management Services at conferences or meetings. Responds to Congressional, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and General Accounting Office (GAO) inquiries as required. Has the authority, within guidelines, to make commitments for the Group/ Directorate, 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. The Group Manager typically reviews individual and organizational performance on a periodic basis through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. Has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the short-term and long-term objectives of the major subdivision and ATO.

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).
  • Employee remains in their current duty station.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14/15 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Specialized Experience is defined as:

-Experience using the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the budget formulation process;

-Experience with budget and the execution process to recommend solutions to meet organization's financial needs;

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-Experience applying project or program management principles to evaluate funding allocations and performance metrics to ensure financial and operational strategies align with program goals.

You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.

Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.*

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.**

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

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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

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits.

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 Managerial Selection Factor.

In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Managerial Selection Factor, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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.

Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position.

  • Position may become permanent without further competition.
  • This is a temporary appointment NTE 2 years; however, it may be extended or terminated at any time, at management discretion. 

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.

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

This Level 6 (High Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.

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.

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Agency contact information

Jamie Leja
Phone
1 (202) 267-8715
Fax
1 (202) 267-8330
Email
jamie.k.leja@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
HQ Employment Services Branch
800 Independence Ave, SW, Room 523
AHF-110
Washington, DC 20591
US

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