This position is at the Technical Rules Branch, Policy and Rules Division, Office of Engineering & Technology (OET), Federal Communications Commission (FCC) located in Washington, DC. RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS.
As the Chief of the Technical Rules Branch and as senior professional engineering expert, the incumbent has responsibility for: (a) managing a professional staff involved in planning and conducting complex engineering studies, projects and (b) Branch activities to ensure compliance with major Commission policy decisions.
Plans and directs highly complex electronic equipment and systems research studies and projects to obtain data and technical information used in the promulgation of rules, regulations, and standards having major impact on the telecommunications industry. Studies result in procedures and methods for more efficient spectrum utilization of proposed new communications technologies, and for support of major Commission policy decisions.
Oversees preparation and provides engineering and scientific research direction covering all aspects of spectrum usage for communications equipment and systems.
Originates, plans and supervises the development of highly advanced technical information studies and provides recommendations on policy and rules related to spectrum allocation issues, and technical and engineering standards concerning Part 15 and 18 of the Commission's rules to ensure efficient use of the radio spectrum. Determines the need for, originates, plans and supervises the maintenance of technical reports published by OET.
The incumbent plans, supervises, and directs all Branch activities, interprets Commission policies, objectives, and goals as they relate to the operation of the Branch, and establishes individual and organizational priorities, deadlines, and objectives. Assigns work based on complexity of the work, and capabilities of the staff. Evaluates the quality and timeliness of completed work against stated goals.
Responsible for the technical accuracy of the work performed by the Branch personnel. Performs day-to-day supervisory functions including the establishment of performance standards, the review of work performance against performance expectations, and initiation of action for promotions, reassignments, disciplinary action, and awards.
If applicable, see "Qualifications".
The FCC offers a wide range of employee benefits, including: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Care Insurance Holidays and Leave Retirement Thrift Savings Plan Transit Benefit Alternative Work Schedule Telecommuting
Kristin.Young@fcc.gov · 540-303-8108
This position is with Federal Communications Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-03.
This is a This is a full-time position. Work schedules, including telework, are at the discretion of the supervisor, consistent with agency policy. position.
This position is open under the 'Disability' hiring path.
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