Serves as a front-line Supervisory Airway Transportation on Systems Specialist (SATSS), for a System Support Center (SSC). This is a temporary position not-to-exceed one (1) year; it may be extended, terminated or become permanent without further competition. If this position remains temporary, upon completion of this assignment, the selected employee shall return to his/her original permanent position or an equivalent position in the same commuting area.
Serves as the System Support Center (SSC) manager. Has responsibility for overall administrative and technical direction of the assigned workforce consisting of Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) and support staff involved in providing National Air Space (NAS) services to enroute/terminal air traffic control to commercial airlines, and general aviation aircraft for a defined area. Reports directly to a District Manager (OM) or District Facilities Manager (DFM).
Directs the work of subordinate employees for at least one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. May be responsible for supervising employees in more than one SSC/duty location.
Duties typically 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 action as appropriate. Exercises authority for supervisory responsibilities over staff, including staff scheduling and approval of leave.
Assures equity of performance standards and rating techniques developed for subordinates. In addition to evaluating work performance, justifies recommendations for awards/bonuses for positions in the unit for higher-level approval. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements.
Identifies developmental training needs of employees and self and requests for and/or arranges needed developmental and operational training. Communicates unconventional training requests with higher level management to determine accessibility, available funding and best use of resources. Gives advice, counsel or instruction to employees on technical, operational, and/or administrative matters.
Hears and resolves complaints from employees at the informal stage, referring group grievances and more serious, unresolved complaints to the higher-level manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases. Fosters a fair and equitable work environment.
Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, and advanced knowledge of budget, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the organization. Responsible for applying program resources to meet defined requirements. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the SSC.
Participates in planning and executing organizational goals utilizing strategic planning and sound management principles in order to accomplish mission objectives.
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Brenda.Yee@faa.gov · 1 (718) 553-3453
This position is with Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation.
The posted pay range is $111779 – $173292/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-21 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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