Supervisory Program Manager (Field Administrator) - DIRECT HIRE

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.

The Field Administrator (FA): 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 complied 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. The ideal candidate for this position is a senior-level professional, who takes pride in managing and overseeing the enhancement of program success and operations efficiency.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 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).