Supervisory Program Manager (Field Administrator) - DIRECT HIRE

About the role

The Field Administrator (FA) for the Service Center is a Program Manager 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.

Responsibilities

• Manages the activities and provides 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.
• Provides general leadership, direction and supervision on work problems presented by subordinate managers and supervisors.
• Manages the performance of subordinate managers and supervisors and their direct performance management of the organization of jurisdiction.
• Monitors resource management responsibilities for assigned areas composed 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.
• Oversees 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.

Requirements

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may 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.

GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).

SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a 1-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 multifaceted workforce including creating a culture that fosters high standards; developing strategies to maximize employee potential; developing performance plans and monitoring performance; resolving conflicts, fostering workforce diversity and recognizing staff contributions.
• Experience delivering executive-level written briefings and data-driven presentations to convey cross-jurisdictional regulatory issues involving competing industry priorities.

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 - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Accountability - Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Manages Human Resources - Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance.
• Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
• 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.