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 manager's individual performance, and available funding. This position in the Office of Aerospace Medicine oversees psychology and neuropsychology case reviews and provides expert support for medical and non-medical programs.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study or specific course requirements in Psychology. Clinical psychology specialization has an additional educational requirement as stated below: Clinical psychology: For positions at grades GS-11 and above, satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required. AND To qualify at the FV-L level, you must demonstrate in your application you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-K (FG/GS-15) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes experience and expertise in applying knowledge of clinical psychology and personality assessment as well as the basics of neuropsychology to Aerospace Medicine Programs and aeromedical standards; and leadership experience with a medical organization; Experience in planning, organizing, coordinating and assisting with medical work activities of employees and providing direction and guidance to them. ALSO QUALITY RANKING FACTOR (QRF): A well-qualified candidate will possess the following experience: Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in clinical or counseling psychology (to include internship and residency) with expertise and significant work experience in personality assessment. Professional licensure in the United States. The following are highly desired but not required: Human Intervention Motivation Study (HIMS) program training and experience; and additional training (e.g. fellowship) and/or equivalent post-doctoral experience in neuropsychology. For verification, please upload certification(s)/license(s) with your application packet. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
The Supervisory Psychologist provides professional advice and technical knowledge of psychology to the Division Director and/or Deputy Director, AAM senior management and other agency elements with respect to medical rule-making and medical certification programs. Manages, evaluates and recommends action on appeals to the Federal Air Surgeon regarding airman medical certification and Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) medical qualification. Oversees the execution of the overall headquarters psychology and neuropsychology case review processes. Evaluates and recommends disposition regarding airmen certification and ATCS medical qualification cases to include: airman medical certification case consultations and appeals; ATCS applicant psychological screening and Tier2 evaluations; ATCS medical qualification case consultations and reviews; and antidepressant medication (SSRI) and Human Intervention and Motivation Study (HIMS) cases. Manages case processes to ensure timely and efficient response to psychology and neuropsychology cases submitted for Federal Air Surgeon level review. Manages responses to public inquiries and related correspondence on airmen medical certification and ATCS medical qualification. Provides expert advice and technical support to the Federal Air Surgeon and the Medical Specialties Division Director. Provides professional advice and consultation to the General Counsel Office (AGC) and Regional Offices. Supports case development and provides expert testimony on an individual’s medical condition and aviation safety and supports the agency position in medical-legal matters. Broad policies and guidelines provide general guidance for addressing issues. Works in conjunction with Policy Standards Branch to develop new policies or procedures. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary Aerospace Medicine Team, and participates in ongoing, quarterly improvement initiatives. Provides educational presentations at Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) seminars, HIMS seminars, Aerospace Psychology Seminars, and other national and international meetings and seminars. Exercises extensive independent judgment with new, unique or controversial situations/requirements and makes program decisions on issues. Provides expert program advice to FAA management officials on issues of significant interest to airmen, Congress, the aviation industry and the flying public. The guidance given affects aviation safety and the success or failure of agency programs. Contacts are internal and external to include officials of DOT and FAA, airmen, ATCS, Congressional staff, the flying public, representatives of the aviation industry and other stakeholders to resolve significant or controversial issues affecting aviation safety. Individual and organizational performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher-level management, often through status reports and organizational performance measures, to ensure timeliness, policy compliance and alignment with project/program objectives. Managerial duties typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/program and include: planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/projects/programs or requests additional resources as needed. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short-term and long-term future needs and justifying resource requirements. Performs other duties as assigned.