Summary This position is in the U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of the Under Secretary, Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs, Office of International Aviation. The incumbent serves as an Aviation Policy Advisor in the Pricing and Multilateral Affairs Division and serves as a Secondee within the ICAO Secretariat in Montreal. Responsibilities The Aviation Policy Advisor (ICAO Secondee): Provides subject-matter expertise and technical support to Secretariat staff on aviation economic regulation and policy. As a member of the Pricing and Multilateral Affairs Division, the incumbent works with a team of aviation policy analysts to plan, organize, and conduct the development of the Department's positions on economic and political air transportation issues in multilateral organizations such as ICAO. Prepares briefing papers, memoranda, and other documents for senior leadership on international aviation initiatives that are discussed in international forums. Serves as an advisor to the U.S. Member on various ICAO bodies such as the Air Transport Regulatory Panel (ATRP) and the Facilitation Panel (FALP) and may be called upon to join international working groups to support and inform the agendas of such bodies as U.S. policy priorities dictate. Serves as a Member of the U.S. delegation to ICAO Assemblies and Conferences and supports senior leaders who speak for the United States on economic air transport issues and facilitation of international aviation. Coordinates with other Department offices and other government agencies such as the Departments of Commerce, Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and State, industry groups and trade associations, and others on international aviation policy issues in the areas of transportation facilitation, security, trade, user charges, accessibility, and health mitigation. The ideal candidate has multiple years of experience in developing and crafting international aviation policies, working with U.S. and foreign aviation stakeholders, and operating in a multilateral environment. S/he should feel comfortable asserting U.S. policy priorities at meetings with foreign counterparts and in representing DOT policy and regulatory equities in interagency settings. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. 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. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Potential Temporary Detail and Position Retention: The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a future temporary detail assignment to Montreal, Canada. This detail is not currently in place and is subject to agency needs and final approval. If assigned, the employee will remain in their substantive federal position of record in Washington, D.C., for the duration of the temporary assignment. This detail will not affect the employee's permanent status, tenure, or benefits. Upon the conclusion of the temporary assignment, the employee is guaranteed a return to their substantive position in Washington, D.C. Passport and Visa: A passport and visa for the selectee and family members may be required. Immunizations: Immunizations for the selectee and family members may be required. Security Requirements: The position is classified as Non-Critical Sensitive. Security Clearance: The selectee must obtain and maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive, Moderate Risk Security Clearance. Travel Scope: This position may require travel to places within and outside the contiguous United States. Mode of Travel: The selectee might be required-and must be able-to travel on military and/or commercial aircraft. Official Documentation: The selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a required U.S. Passport (e.g., official or diplomatic) for travel outside the U.S., such as to Canada. Medical Requirements: May be required-and must be able-to obtain and maintain medical clearance. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. Please see the "Other Information" section for "Additional Conditions of Employment". Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include: Experience coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, agencies, and international organizations on international aviation policy issues. Experience assisting with preparing briefing papers, memoranda, and otherd ocuments for senior leadership regarding international aviation matters. To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include: Experience independently planning, organizing, and conducting the development of policies on economic and political air transportation issues. Experience coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, agencies, and international organizations on international aviation policy issues. Experience independently preparing briefing papers, memoranda, and other documents for senior leadership regarding international aviation matters. 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. Examine policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities. External Awareness - Understands and keeps up to date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment. Economics - Knowledge of economic policy, principles, and practices, market and non-market values, and the analysis and reporting of economic data. Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. 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. Education Additional Information ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. TRAVEL CARD: The selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC). PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
