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Summary As a supervisor/manager, the selectee for this position will be eligible to receive a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI) provided eligibility requirements noted in agency policy are met. The MPI is an annual lump-sum incentive payment that considers agency performance, the manager's individual performance, and available funding. Investment Planning & Analysis supports strategic investment decision-making at the FAA by ensuring robust business cases support major capital investments. Responsibilities The Acquisition Oversight Division (AFI-500) serves as the Chief Financial Officer's (CFO's) staff for financial oversight of the Agency's major contract procurement decisions; evaluates procurements and conferences requiring CFO approval and makes recommendations to avoid costly contract execution errors. Primarily works within the Concepts & Requirements Definition (CRD) and Investment Analysis (IA) phases of the Acquisition Management System life-cycle. The Supervisory Management & Program Analyst serves as the Manager of the Acquisition Oversight Division, reporting directly to the Director of Investment Planning and Analysis (AFI). The manager is responsible for conducting reviews of proposed acquisitions for the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Deputy Assistant Administrator for Financial Services and provides expert advice and counsel to the AFI Director, the CFO, and the Deputy CFO on a wide range of management matters affecting the accomplishment of acquisition oversight and financial control programs within AFI's purview, as well as those directed by other lines of business and staff offices. The supervisor performs the following: Directs the work of subordinate employees within a major subdivision. Work includes complex acquisition oversight and financial control projects/programs. Managerial duties affect employees of the organizational unit/project/program and include strategic planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating the performance of subordinate employees; coaching and developing staff and organizational capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Oversees the development of guidance, training, and procedures to improve the management of acquisitions and financial management practices. Review business cases, requirements documents, acquisition strategies, and cost estimates to ensure that proposed acquisitions can be successfully implemented and are wise investments, the costs are accurately estimated, and the requirements are clearly defined. Develops guidance and training for program officials preparing pre-award procurement packages for review and establishes and maintains standard operating procedures that ensure consistency for producing outputs, managing information, and performance among the Acquisition Oversight Division staff. Reviews acquisitions and spending patterns to determine compliance with established program baseline projections and policies and recommends new or improved controls. Applies a detailed knowledge of acquisitions and financial management practices; a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, other administrative policies and procedures; and a comprehensive understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision, the LOB/SO, and the FAA. Also applies a thorough understanding of management and strategic planning principles and integrates the work of multiple organizational units/projects/programs to accomplish mission objectives. Work is governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives, which leave considerable room for discretion. Individual and organizational performance is reviewed periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. Work activities impact directly on goals and objectives of the major subdivision, the LOB/SO, and often the FAA. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications 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-14/15 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 STATEMENT: Experience analyzing information and recommending solutions to complex/challenging issues, particularly concerning acquisition strategies, individual statements of work, and the associated cost estimate, and managing/directing staff and/or team in an analytical management organization. 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. 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. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. Additional Information We 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. NOTES: 1. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. 2. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each Managerial Selection Factor. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Managerial Selection Factor, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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. 3. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. 4. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. 5. 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. 6. This announcement is also being advertised under VA #AWA-AFI-24-1172JC-92330. Please review both vacancy announcements before making an application to determine your eligibility to apply. This is not a bargaining unit position. 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