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Program Manager (Group Manager)

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, Central Service Center, Resource Management Group, AJV-C600

Summary

The position is located in the Resource Management Group in the Central Service Center, Mission Support Service Unit (AJV). This group is responsible for ensuring seamless support throughout the Service Area on issues related to position management, allocation of staffing resources, performance and training.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/07/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 7, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$142,891 - $221,407 per year

Salary above includes locality rate of 27.26%.

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Promotion potential
NA
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Announcement number
ASW-ATO-26-CM230-99203
Control number
873205900

Duties

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As the Group Manager, the incumbent applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of project/program management principles and policies to lead and direct a staff of Team Managers responsible for evaluating organizational performance, awards, technical, leadership and management training, and allocation of staffing resources. This work is critical to and directly affects the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS).

The Group Manager applies experience leading resource management and analysis; training development and design; and facility and employee performance management to oversee efforts that support air traffic and technical operations throughout the Service Area. Applies a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management and other administrative policies and procedures. Manages activities including workforce planning and development, performance analysis, financial management, material management and procurement activities.

Managerial duties typically affect managers and employees for more than one organizational unit/project/program, and include: strategic planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of organizational units, managers, and employees; coaching and developing staff and organizational capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate.

The Group Manager exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities including assignment of work, selections, promotions, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations and training. Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs.

Contacts are internal and external to the Service Center. Advises and consults with senior management throughout the Service Area regarding position management, staffing levels allocations and organizational structure. Consults and coordinates with the Human Resource Management Division on pay administration and merit promotion actions. Coordinates responses to inquires received from the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Commission, Accountability Board, FAA Administrator Hotline, Congressional Inquiries, and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Represents the Service Center as the focal point on resource management issues and has authority, within guidelines to make commitments on areas within the assigned area of responsibility.

Oversees the development, allocation, and coordination of Service Area training quotas for the FAA Academy. This includes computer-based instruction, technical and new equipment training, safety training, and management and general training in the Service Areas. Directs managers responsible for tracking certification requirements for the Service Area to ensure compliance with FAA policies and standards. Ensures training progression matches career progression for all ATO positions in the workforce.

Applies experience with the principles of management and strategic planning and the interrelationships of funding and resource priorities to identify shortfalls and to direct and oversee the preparation of resource appeals. Coordinates financial analysis and cost management efforts using experience applying a detailed technical knowledge of FAA/ATO appropriations, policies, and procedures.

Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives. This includes managing the Group budget, allocating or reallocating resources among teams and requesting additional resources. Projects short and long-term future needs and prepares justifications to support resource requirements.

Individual and organizational performance is typically reviewed by The Service Area Director periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. 

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).
  • Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a Moderate Risk Background Investigation (Tier 2) background investigation prior to appointment, unless waiver is obtained

Qualifications

Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the (FV-J or FG/GS14) level that is typically in or 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 perform successfully the work of the position to be filled. 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 includes:

- Experience applying the principles of management and strategic planning and the interrelationships of funding and resource priorities to plan, organize, execute and control a resource management function or program.

- Experience planning for the effective attainment, allocation and use of an organizations financial, human capital and general business resources; developing and organizing all business and management actions; executing all plans, initiatives and goals; and controlling the life cycle of all actionable items to achieve intended outcomes.

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

Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and mission objectives, leaving considerable room for discretion. Individual and organizational performance generally are reviewed periodically through 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.

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

Supervisory Probationary period: One year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required.

Incomplete Applications: Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your application/resume MUST have your official title, grade and series on your work history.

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan.

This position is not eligible for remote work. Selectee will be required to report to the Southwest regional office and is eligible for telework.

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

Cindy Muckensturm - Human Resources Specialist
Phone
1 (877) 222-5894
Fax
1 (817) 222-5852
Email
cindy.a.muckensturm@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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