Not Required

Duties

Conducts instructor training courses for FAA employees, customers, and stakeholders, taking a primary role in delivering classroom, virtual, and blended instruction using platforms such as Zoom, Teams, Blackboard, and Adobe Connect. Ensures training sessions are engaging, interactive, and tailored to participant needs, applying a variety of instructional techniques including lectures, group discussions, and hands-on exercises. Manages classroom dynamics and addresses difficult behaviors in accordance with local policies and procedures. Independently develops specific course content for complete courses, conducting extensive fact-finding using external sources such as industry research, academic studies, professional associations, and other government agencies. Applies the ADDIE model, the Kirkpatrick Four Levels of Evaluation, and adult learning principles to design, develop, and refine instructional materials. Performs developmental activities to ensure instructional objectives are aligned with desired learning outcomes. Applies test and measurement principles to develop written and performance-based examinations that evaluate curriculum effectiveness. Evaluates and validates assigned training curricula and recommends improvements or modifications to course content, instructional methods, or delivery strategies. Ensures all documentation requirements governing training design, development, and evaluation are completed accurately and in accordance with established standards. Assists team leaders and other Instructional Systems Specialists (ISS) in performing Instructional Systems Design (ISD) activities related to both technical and soft-skills training programs. Conducts research on training methodologies, instructional tools, evaluation techniques, and emerging technologies to improve the learning process and enhance instructional effectiveness. Utilizes professional knowledge of training methodologies, task analysis, instructional technology, and distance-learning tools to support the development and delivery of high-quality training. Coordinates with subject matter experts (SMEs) across headquarters, regional, center, and field facilities to gather technical information needed for course development and revision. Works with course managers, instructional staff, and Line of Business (LOB) officials to obtain updates on operational requirements, program changes, and training needs that impact assigned courses. Collaborates with stakeholders to resolve course-related issues, ensure content accuracy, and align training materials with current FAA policies and operational practices. Provides expert advice and assistance to LOB officials regarding the status, effectiveness, and improvement needs of assigned courses, including addressing significant or controversial issues when necessary. Manages and oversees the use and effectiveness of training technology, instructional equipment, and course materials. Attends professional development workshops, conferences, and webinars to maintain and enhance instructional skills, technical knowledge, and awareness of emerging trends in instructional systems design.

Requirements

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.

Qualifications

Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FG/GS-11) that is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience later in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. *Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.* Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. ** Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Other Information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements NOTES: 1) As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a human resource specialist as appropriate. 2) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm 3) This Level 5 (Moderate Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA