Supervisory Program Manager (Field Administrator) - SME (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Summary The Field Administrator (FA) for the Service Center is a Supervisory Program Manager (Field Administrator) providing critical oversight and support to multiple divisions within the Region. The Service Center’s primary function is to serve as the formal appeals office for motor carrier and vehicle drivers who are subject to enforcement action initiated by the Division offices. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Supervisory Program Manager (Field Administrator), you will: Manage the activities and provide general leadership and supervision for geographically dispersed FMCSA Program Managers (Division Administrator) who are responsible for the day-to-day operations of FMCSA Division offices that consist of safety investigators, program managers, and administrative support staff. Provide general leadership, direction and supervision on work problems presented by subordinate managers and supervisors. Manage the performance of subordinate managers and supervisors and their direct performance management of the organization of jurisdiction. Monitor resource management responsibilities for assigned areas complied of professional, technical administrative and clerical support personnel ranging in grades up to GS-15, responsible for the day-to-day operations of FMCSA Division offices. Oversee the execution of Safety Programs, including but not limited to grant management and oversight activities, evaluation of State and local enforcement programs to ensure good stewardship of federal grant funds and programmatic compliance, evaluation of State Driver Licensing Agency commercial driver’s license program compliance, and Entry Level Driver Training provider auditing and oversight. The ideal candidate for this position is a senior-level professional, who takes pride in managing and overseeing the enhancement of program success and operations efficiency. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: Must be able to qualify for and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Level Clearance. GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel.  A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed). PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements. To qualify for the Grade 15, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14, it must include: Experience with motor carrier programs with emphasis on motor carrier enforcement and applicable regulations. Experience leading a multidisciplinary workforce of motor carrier personnel. Experience communicating effectively through presentations regarding motor carrier programs to convey complex and controversial decisions and issues in a cogent manner. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Leadership - Influence, motivate, and challenge others; adapt leadership styles to a variety of situations. Manages Human Resources - Plan, distribute, and monitor work assignments; evaluate work performance and provide feedback to others on their performance. For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education No education requirement for this position. Additional information The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [email protected]. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits 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 benefits Eligibility 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.