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Serves as the Regional Emergency Transportation Representative (RETREP) for the US Department of Transportation (DOT) Region (as designated in the National Response Plan by DHS-FEMA/DOT). The RETREP provides support to and represents the DOT by assisting Federal, State, Tribal and local government entities voluntary and nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector in the management of transportation systems and infrastructure during domestic threats or in response to incidents.
Learn more about this agency11/15/2024 to 11/19/2024
$117,981 - $182,904 per year
Salary includes locality pay of 26.91% for DFW area.
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1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
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Yes
Yes - The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. See https://www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements.
ASW-ARA-25-BB052-93222
819197500
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
Open to former excepted service federal employees eligible under an interchange agreement. Current or former federal employees must have met a one year probationary period or trial period in the competitive or excepted service. Applications will be accepted from preference eligibles and veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least 3 years of continuous active duty service.
The position reports directly to the Deputy Regional Administrator in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southwest Region, Office of Policy, International Affairs and Environment (APL), National Engagement & Regional Administration (ARA).
The incumbent is a recognized subject matter expert in the management of transportation systems and infrastructure during domestic threats and/or in response to incidents. Provides leadership for highly complex and challenging activities under the minimal direction of a manager or executive. Serves as the official point of contact and focal point for the collection and dissemination of transportation related information from other Operating Administrations, Federal support agencies, and the private sector on actual or potential crisis situations. Implements current and emerging regional emergency transportation plans and programs to provide continuity and resiliency.
Applies experience and expert knowledge that are applicable to emergency response planning in order to conduct functional activities for projects/programs that often require the development of new and innovative approaches. Performs very broad and complex liaison activities and assignments related to transportation emergency planning, response, and recovery which are of significant interest to the Secretary of Transportation, DOT Operating Administrations (including FAA), state, tribal and local governments, voluntary and non-governmental organizations, and the private sector. The duties and responsibilities of this position cut across and strongly influence these entities. Results of work are critical to the DOT, the FAA and affect large numbers of people on a long-term, continuing basis.
Applies knowledge of DOT and FAA's policies and other regulatory guidance to identify, define, and organize resources for large projects/programs/work activities. Acquires and allocates resources to accomplish activities within established schedules and budgetary requirements.
Maintains frequent contacts with top public sector transportation officials and decision makers within and outside FAA, other Federal departments and agencies, Congressional staff, state, tribal and local governments, and community officials in structured and unstructured settings. Assignments regularly require visits to sites and communities throughout the serviced regional area that may involve moderate risks of discomfort. May require frequent travel, including travel to disaster sites or field operations centers under austere conditions. Provides backup support to other Regions as requested by the Office of Intelligence, Security, and Emergency Response (S60).
Recruits and trains cadre from the various Operating Administrations for the DOT’s Regional Emergency Transportation Program. Works collaboratively with Emergency Support Functions to ensure coordinated responses during emergencies. Coordinates Regional Emergency Transportation Response teams in response to incidents and performs the National Response Framework functions at the Regional and field centers. Completes required training and maintains proficiency in program tools such as WebEOC. Also develop and maintain expertise and cultivate partnerships. The incumbent may support other regional programs and functions with communication, analysis, and collaboration.
DUTIES CONTINUED IN EDUCATION:
To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13 in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience include: experience with emergency management planning and coordination efforts, experience with Federal emergency management structure, the National Response Plan and the role of DOT within it.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed under the Evaluation Criteria section. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
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 KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA 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.
DUTIES CONTINUED
Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but often require the development of new approaches. May create new solutions and policy interpretations as situations require. Provides expert guidance and instruction both internally and externally to address diverse, complex emergency response issues which often cross multiple projects, programs, and/or functional areas.
Work typically is reviewed only at completion for success in achieving planned results. Work activities typically impact directly on the objectives of one or more organizational units, major subdivisions, Lines of Business/Staff Offices and the objectives of the FAA.
This position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain a top secret clearance.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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.
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or a Background Investigation (BI) prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Subject to a 5-year period re-investigation.
Some, none or all of the candidates may be interviewed.
How you will be evaluated: Applications will be first reviewed to determine if they meet the minimum qualification requirements. Failure to meet minimum qualification requirements automatically disqualified an applicant. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on responses to the knowledge, skill and abilities (KSAs) listed.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
All FAA employees MUST submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), (see below on required information needed on SF-50). Form(s) may be uploaded to your on-line application or submitted by mail or fax. If you choose to submit the form via fax, we cannot guarantee timely receipt or assume responsibility for the quality or legibility of the form. Illegible forms will result in loss of consideration. Mailed or faxed forms should be addressed to the agency point of contact listed in this vacancy announcement.
Applicants are reminded that Form SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) is required and NOT Form SF-52 (Request for Personnel Action).”
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/819197500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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