Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, (MSS-2, Level 8), Operations Supervisor

United States Department of Transportation - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Boise, ID

Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

The Operations Supervisor plays a critical role in overseeing air traffic control specialists within a Level 8 terminal facility. This position is responsible for planning, assigning work, and ensuring that air traffic control assignments are executed efficiently and effectively. The supervisor also focuses on employee development, performance evaluation, and fostering a diverse and equitable work environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialists responsible for air traffic control assignments.
• Plans and assigns work to subordinate employees, setting work priorities and schedules.
• Approves leave and provides advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on work and administrative matters.
• Evaluates employee performance and recommends performance ratings.
• Hears and resolves employee complaints, referring unresolved issues to higher management.
• Identifies and arranges for developmental and training needs of employees.
• Implements strategies to improve production and quality of work.
• Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures based on higher-level resource decisions.
• Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments.
• Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies in all responsibilities.
• Supports labor management partnership processes and fosters a fair work environment.

Requirements

• Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks); OR
• Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility; OR
• Must have held a MSS position or above for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility.

Benefits

• Career Enhancement Assignment/Career Progression opportunities
• Pay retention eligibility for selectees