As a supervisor/manager, the selectee for this position will be eligible to receive a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI) provided eligibility requirements noted in agency policy are met. The MPI is an annual lump-sum incentive payment that considers agency performance, the managers individual performance, and available funding.
The incumbent is responsible for 7 hub airports, 98 federally funded airports throughout MA, RI, CT, NH, ME, VT, which include 22 Part 139 certified airports.
Duties
Supervises the assistant branch manager and technical staff of up to 12 employees engaged in administering all
aspects of Airports programs.
The selectee is responsible for overseeing and directing the implementation of the Airport Improvement Program
(AIP) and the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program ensuring, at a high level, the appropriate coordination
(both internal and external) takes place. Both programs involve airport planning (airport master planning, state
and/or metropolitan system planning) and implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act The AIP
requires annual updates to the office of Airports Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) and include primary and non-primary airports. The Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Parts 77, 139, 150,
157 and 158 apply as they pertain to the development of airports.
Collaborates with all organizations and stakeholders to address corporate level initiatives, acting as an Agent of
FAA for meeting with DOT, States, local municipalities, Airports, etc.
The selectee will interface with others to achieve organizational objectives and exercise delegated authority in
advising Federal, state, and local officials on laws, regulations, and innovative solutions regarding airport
development and operations.
Establishes, monitors, and evaluates program goals. Initiates, strengthens, or eliminates programs or major
projects to meet established goals and regional and agency objectives. Reports status and effectiveness of
programs and initiatives b higher levels within Airports Division.
Provides input to the identification and resolution of problems and cooperates with officials on matters pertaining to problems and complaints of discrimination.
Coordinates all program activities with the Division and ensures timely and responsive customer service.
Ensures airport development projects provide the protection and enhancement d the environment and sponsor
compliance with terms of agreements entered into as a condition of receiving federal assistance.
Oversee the conveyance of surplus public property to communities for airport purposes.
Provides advisory service to the public on airport safety, planning, design, construction, environmental and
maintenance matters.
Assures the uniform application of FAA airport planning, programming, design, construction and land acquisition
standards and policy in federally-assisted airport development projects.
Maintains the overall organizational health of all staff members, working to quickly, fairly, and effectively handle any personnel challenges; ensure the development of staff members, and leading the office.
Determines any needed Organizational changes to the office structure that allows for more efficient and effective
accomplishment of the work, and puts these changes into effect. Oversees resources and establishes programs to
reduce resource usage and operating costs without adversely affecting overall operation.
Exercises the full range of managerial responsibilities to include strategic planning and initiatives, communicating
the organizations vision and objectives; setting priorities; monitoring and evauating performance of organizational
units, supervises, coaches and develops supervised staff. Approves leave; and takes corrective/disciplinary actions
as appropriate.
