The Air Traffic Control Specialist performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments. Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic control procedures and operations as well as technical knowledge of contingency plans and operations to support a safe continuity of air traffic services during a disruption. Possesses knowledge of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) policies and guidance, and the necessary equipment required to support air traffic control operations. The Specialist is a recognized Operational Contingency expert in the FAA. Work is completed independently and exercises broad discretion to ensure that work is integrated with ATO objectives and policies.

Furnishes expertise at the national level in a major national program as a senior project manager or team leader for large, challenging activities. Leads and conducts complex, specialized air traffic control efforts, to include leading across ATO and agency efforts focused on policy development and/or reform to further support air traffic operational contingency planning requirements and implementation. Assess training, new requirements and lessons learned to improve and develop new procedures, policies and processes. Provides technical guidance on a wide range of highly complex issues associated with facility contingency planning and integration.

Utilizes experience in an FAA Air Traffic Control facility during operational contingency events, leads and facilitates work groups and discussions with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions to complex contingency-related areas requiring supporting policy, guidance, and process. Identifies, assesses, and analyzes significant air traffic processes and issues supporting or impacting the FAA strategic plans and goals pertaining to the continuity of air traffic services.

Analyzes FAA contingency policies within the ATO, to determine appropriateness of application and the impact on the National Airspace System (NAS). Analyzes and evaluates technical data to summarize assists in the development of conclusions for the preparation of reports or policies. Provides support in compiling technical requirements for the development of new capabilities to improve operational readiness. Analyzes, evaluates, organizes and presents conclusions developed from lessons learned gathered and recommends solutions.

Contacts are internal and external and include senior management, industry and stakeholders. Meets with stakeholders across the ATO, FAA, and industry to conduct operational contingency related technical exchange meetings. Often represents the FAA as a focal point at conferences or meetings related to Air Traffic Services Operational Contingency programs/projects. Recommends organizational positions on major programs and issues related to Operational Contingency to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution.

Although broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues, the Air Traffic Control Specialist is almost always required to develop new and innovative approaches. Often recommends new policies; and develops procedures and approaches.

Conceives, plans, and directs studies involving complex issues and unique problems. Agency managers accept work products as technically authoritative, though work is reviewed for success in achieving desired results, effectiveness, and consonance with agency goals and objectives. Uses knowledge of FAA policies and objectives to identify, define, and organize work for multiple work activities. Acquires and allocates resources to accomplish work activities within established schedules. Independently commits resources.

The work often affects major components of the aviation industry and other external organizations.

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression (CE/CP) assignment. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention
• Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CE/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.
• This position is not covered by PL 92-267 for early retirement purposes, and is therefore, not eligible for "good time" credit. Position is ineligible for true time and one half.
• Some all or none will be interviewed