Management & Program Analyst - Military Veterans

Summary “The PMO provides program and acquisition management for the systems and capabilities that modernize and sustain the National Airspace System (NAS) to advance NAS programs from concept to operation while providing technical support for air traffic control automation and decision support systems.” Responsibilities ”This position is assigned to the following organization within the PMO: Surveillance Services Directorate, AJM-4.” The incumbent applies skill and experience developing costs and schedules for planning, coordinating, tracking, and identifying resources for small programs and projects through completion. Assists senior specialists by providing lifecycle support and information for day-to-day management and oversight of the critical elements of programs and projects including scope, budget, risk and schedules. The incumbent also analyzes, identify and evaluating program requirements and plans, designs and recommends solutions to complex problems to aid in decision-making and prepares detailed analyzes and estimates of annual funding needs. Incumbent assists in gathering, comparing, and correlating budget and financial data about current and future programs/projects and activities to ensure that budget requests conform to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Office of Management and Budget (0MB), and Congressional requirements. Incumbent ensures that funds are properly allocated in a timely and effective manner and that obligations incurred, and the resulting expenditure of funds are kept within the bounds of existing laws, regulations, and approved allowances. The assists as a contracting officer representative (COR) to provide advice and assistance on contracts for systems, services, and equipment with work assignments that span the acquisition lifecycle from initial planning through performance assessment. Conducts contract review activities including establishing schedules, evaluating progress, tasking, vendors, assessing, and resolving problems, and adjusting resource allocations. Contacts are internal and external and include representatives from all ATO service units and other FAA lines of business. Demonstrates the ability to lead small teams, direct customers, stakeholders, and agency officials by coordinating cross organizational policies and programs to resolve issues, internal and external to the ATO and the FAA. As required, develops project plans and reports, which are forwarded to both internal and external agencies and entities. Mentors less senior employees and program staff. Develops and maintains knowledge base for future use by PMO programs and teams. Incumbent reports to a manager and is guided by established policies/procedures for most assignments. Incumbent is allowed considerable discretion to select the most appropriate approach(es), or to develop new approaches. Assignments regularly require interpretations of internal and external policies and extrapolations from precedents. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-J or FG/GS-14) that 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 serving as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) with a strong background in performance monitoring and contract management; AND Experience navigating complex procurement processes and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition policy and guidance. 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. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. 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. 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 U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. NOTES: 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 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. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm 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. This Level 5 (Moderate Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) background investigation before appointment unless a waiver is obtained. This announcement is also being advertised under VA #AWA-AJM-24-1005RJ-89730. Please review both vacancy announcements before making an application to determine your eligibility to apply. Some, all, or none of the referred candidates may be interviewed. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA