Supervisory Transportation Specialist

Summary

This position is in the U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary of Transportation, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology, Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), Office of Airline Information (OAI). This position serves as the Director, (OAI) reporting to the Deputy Director (BTS) to advance the mission to analyze and integrate data from multiple sources and disseminate timely and relevant transportation- related information and statistics.

Duties

• As a Supervisory Transportation Specialist, you will: Supervise and manage a staff of experts and highly technical personnel in aviation, including but not limited to domestic and international passenger travel, average fares, fuel and consumption costs, industry employment and jobs, and airline carrier performance data. Direct the planning, initiation, and management of statistical products involving commercial aviation; oversee a team that develop and manage data programs and products; identify gaps and inconsistencies in complex data, oversee the timely publication of statistics on commercial aviation, direct rapid responses to short term information requests, and advise BTS leadership of strategies and tactics to assure integration of commercial aviation data with other BTS products. Develop specific requirements, long-term strategic goals and objectives, and schedules of completion for tasks involved. Review long- and short-range plans, resource projections, priorities, and justifications for adequacy of recommendations and evaluates and make authoritative technical judgments on concepts, proposals, and alternative solutions to technical problems that have the effect of determining major directions for OAI. Direct and provide leadership in collecting, processing and tabulating transportation statistics and data analysis activities. Based on expert knowledge of emerging national and international aviation issues and data needs, direct the data needs into integrated programs of research and analysis. Also, respond to high-priority requests and requirements. The ideal candidate for this position is a leader and authoritative expert in commercial aviation statistics. The candidate will possess a unique blend of management skills, deep technical acumen in data analysis and production of high-quality, nationally significant transportation data, competence in safeguarding data integrity, and the ability to navigate high-stakes, nationally visible policy environments.

Key requirements

• Must meet specialized experience stated in Qualifications section.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) and the specialized experience requirements. Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) (for positions above GS-5): To qualify for the series 2101, applicants' resume must show experience that demonstrates a knowledge of the transportation function(s) of the position to be filled. In addition to meeting the IOR requirement for this position, you must also meet the specialized experience for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. 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 directing, planning and managing statistical products involving commercial aviation; AND Experience overseeing the collection, processing and tabulating transportation statistics and data analysis; AND Experience developing long term strategic goals and objectives. 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: Strategic Thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization in a global economy. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities. Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results. Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. 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=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.