Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Operational Supervisor (AT-2152-GJ)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Federal Aviation Administration
• Department: Department of Transportation
• Location: San Jose, California
• Salary: $137374 – $178581/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Internal Search
• Security Clearance: Other
• Date Posted: 2026-09-16
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-25

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Job Summary

Serves as an Operational Supervisor in a terminal or en route facility, responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as an Operational Supervisor in an ATC-7 level terminal facility. Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists that is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees. Sets work priorities and schedules. Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.

Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings. Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level manager. Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed. Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels.

Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments. Communicates and reinforces team and individual responsibility and professionalism in all areas of responsibility, including selections, training, and transfers. Participates in the labor-management partnership process and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner. The Operational Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager.

Performance is evaluated upon the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.

Requirements & Education

Education may not be substituted for experience.

Contact

Taelor.L.Payne@faa.gov · 1 (424) 405-7331

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $137374 – $178581/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-25.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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