Human Factors Scientist Supervisor (Team Manager) at Department Of Transportation
Washington, DC 20001
About the Job
DutiesThe Human Factors and Performance Manager applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work that is directed pertaining to psychology, human factors and/or ergonomics to oversee the integration of human factors and performance into the Safety Management System (SMS) to meet strategic safety goals of the ATO and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
The Team Manager directs a staff of highly technical specialists who develop policies and processes to assesses workplace features to improve performance
The work includes complex projects/programs related to new systems and research on the physical, behavioral, cognitive, and social characteristics of aviation professionals such as pilots, air traffic controllers, and technical operations personnel
This work is a critical area of safety oversight and directly impacts the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS).The Team Manager applies detailed knowledge of Human Factors and Performance principles to identify and assess existing or potential issues, risks, and solutions involving human factors and performance
Establishes formal processes to integrate fatigue safety data and modeling/analytical methods into AJI safety metrics
Oversees the creation of reports and prepares results, findings and conclusions, which may address topics from training, selection, change management, ergonomics, fatigue and human performance
Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems which cross organizational lines and disciplines
May participate in developing solutions to FAA-wide problems.The Team Manager applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate multiple risk based decision-making programs to improve human performance safety and efficiency across the NAS
Develops and executes plans, policies, and programs
Managerial duties typically affect employees and ad hoc teams, which includes: strategic planning; communicating the Director's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of organizational units, managers, or employees; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions, as appropriate
Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Program.Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple organizational units, projects and programs, and across multiple functions and disciplines
Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/projects/programs and ad hoc teams or requests additional resources, as needed
Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements.Applies experience using project/program management principles to manage complex projects, analyze, interpret and communicate funding and performance metric information to enhance business acumen and to recommend solutions to meet ATO needs
Applies detailed knowledge of detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision, the LOB/SO, and the FAA
Provides program support for the budget formulation process and/or acquisition management, including maintaining all necessary documentation and coordinating with all stakeholders.Contacts are routinely internal and external to AJI
Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future
External contacts include the aviation industry and other FAA organizations.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentUS Citizenship is required.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).This position has a positive education requirement
Transcript(s) required
QualificationsIN ADDITION TO THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level
This experience 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 applying program/project management principles to manage and analyze complex projects.Experience applying the principles of strategic planning to integrate multiple risk based decision based programs.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.*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.*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; priority grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.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
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment
You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S
Department of Education
Accreditation may be verified at the following website: .Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S
educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university
A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Degree: Behavioral or Social Science (or related disciplines appropriate to the position); or a combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field; or four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.*Applicants who are not currently in the 101 occupational series in the Federal Government and fail to provide a copy of an unofficial or official transcript will not receive consideration for this vacancy
If you do not have an official transcript (original, with the raised seal), you should contact your school immediately to request it.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe 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.1) As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements
Therefore, as an applicant, 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 section, 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.2) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan
Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: 3) Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.4) This Level 6 (High Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.5) This is a Temporary NTE 2-Year Appointment, may be made permanent without further competition.6) Selectee will be assigned to the Human Performance Team, AJI-3420.This is not a bargaining unit position.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA Help
A career with the U.S
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou 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.
The Team Manager directs a staff of highly technical specialists who develop policies and processes to assesses workplace features to improve performance
The work includes complex projects/programs related to new systems and research on the physical, behavioral, cognitive, and social characteristics of aviation professionals such as pilots, air traffic controllers, and technical operations personnel
This work is a critical area of safety oversight and directly impacts the safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS).The Team Manager applies detailed knowledge of Human Factors and Performance principles to identify and assess existing or potential issues, risks, and solutions involving human factors and performance
Establishes formal processes to integrate fatigue safety data and modeling/analytical methods into AJI safety metrics
Oversees the creation of reports and prepares results, findings and conclusions, which may address topics from training, selection, change management, ergonomics, fatigue and human performance
Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems which cross organizational lines and disciplines
May participate in developing solutions to FAA-wide problems.The Team Manager applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate multiple risk based decision-making programs to improve human performance safety and efficiency across the NAS
Develops and executes plans, policies, and programs
Managerial duties typically affect employees and ad hoc teams, which includes: strategic planning; communicating the Director's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of organizational units, managers, or employees; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions, as appropriate
Actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Program.Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple organizational units, projects and programs, and across multiple functions and disciplines
Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/projects/programs and ad hoc teams or requests additional resources, as needed
Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements.Applies experience using project/program management principles to manage complex projects, analyze, interpret and communicate funding and performance metric information to enhance business acumen and to recommend solutions to meet ATO needs
Applies detailed knowledge of detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision, the LOB/SO, and the FAA
Provides program support for the budget formulation process and/or acquisition management, including maintaining all necessary documentation and coordinating with all stakeholders.Contacts are routinely internal and external to AJI
Internal contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher level management to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and plan for the future
External contacts include the aviation industry and other FAA organizations.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentUS Citizenship is required.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).This position has a positive education requirement
Transcript(s) required
QualificationsIN ADDITION TO THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level
This experience 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 applying program/project management principles to manage and analyze complex projects.Experience applying the principles of strategic planning to integrate multiple risk based decision based programs.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.*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.*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; priority grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.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
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment
You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S
Department of Education
Accreditation may be verified at the following website: .Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S
educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university
A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Degree: Behavioral or Social Science (or related disciplines appropriate to the position); or a combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field; or four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.*Applicants who are not currently in the 101 occupational series in the Federal Government and fail to provide a copy of an unofficial or official transcript will not receive consideration for this vacancy
If you do not have an official transcript (original, with the raised seal), you should contact your school immediately to request it.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional informationWe 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.1) As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements
Therefore, as an applicant, 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 section, 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.2) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan
Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: 3) Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.4) This Level 6 (High Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Background Investigation (BI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.5) This is a Temporary NTE 2-Year Appointment, may be made permanent without further competition.6) Selectee will be assigned to the Human Performance Team, AJI-3420.This is not a bargaining unit position.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA Help
A career with the U.S
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou 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.
