Program Manager (Division Administrator) (Direct Hire)

As a Supervisory Program Manager (Division Administrator) you will:

• Develop and implement a broad transportation safety program in the State focusing on motor carrier issues in order to achieve ameasured reduction in fatalities.
• Assure effective management of the Divisions Day-to-day operations and directs the implementation of program actions to resolve problems or controversial issues which impede the accomplishment of program objectives.
• Provide direction and guidance through subordinate supervisors to assigned Program offices and performs the full range of supervisory functions for those positions directly supervised including: initiating personnel actions; develops performance standards; evaluate performance; address grievances and initiate disciplinary measures; promote acceptance and adherence to provisions of such programs as Equal Opportunity Federal Womens and other similar special emphasis programs; ensure adherence to procedures covering budget travel and similar administrative support programs; and ensure that subordinate supervisors have sufficient personnel management authority to effectively supervise their subordinates.
• Have programmatic oversight and reimbursement approval for all funding managed by the Division under the Motor Carrier SafetyAssistance Program (MCSAP) including Innovative Technology Deployment and CMV Safety High Priority grants and theCommercial Drivers License Program Implementation grants.
• Influence motivate or persuade persons or groups to accept the policy positions of FMCSA and take action necessary to achieveestablished and fundamental goals and objectives to safeguard the U. S. highways and roads. Contacts may be skeptical oruncooperative so that highly developed communication negotiation conflict resolution leadership and similar skills must beused to obtain desired results.

The ideal candidate for this position is a senior-regional level professional who takes pride in managing and overseeing the enhancement of program success and operations efficiency.

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
• Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position.

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 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.
• PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT:Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Relocation and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and aservice agreement may be required.
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed).
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
• 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 gradein the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300 Subpart F.

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 diverse workforce including creating a culture that fosters high standards; developing strategies to maximizeemployee potential; developing performance plans and monitoring performance; resolving conflicts fostering workforce diversityand recognizing staff contributions.
• Experience communicating through presentations and in writing to convey decisions and 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:

• Interpersonal Skills (*) - Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others; develops andmaintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed;relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity race gender disabilities andother individual differences.
• 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.
• Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achievecommon goals.
• Employee Development - Knowledge of employee development concepts principles and practices related to planning evaluating and administering training organizational development and career development initiatives.
• Leadership - Influences motivates and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.

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: applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.