Program Manager (Financial Management Group Team Manager)

The Program Manager serves as the Financial Management Group (FMG) Team Manager (TM) and applies a detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of budget formulation and execution to manage and integrate the work of several subordinate geographically dispersed sub-teams and subordinate team managers. Directs the team in analyzing, developing and evaluating complex budget formulation and execution programs that directly impact all Air Traffic Organization (ATO) services including Operations and Activity 5 appropriations, as well as budget requests for the Operations Review Board. The work activities directly impacts on the goals and objectives of the major subdivision, and the ATO, and often the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Applies a thorough understanding of the principles of management and strategic planning to integrate the work of multiple ATO support projects. Develops strategic plans, policies, and programs, set priorities, and communicates the organization's vision and objectives. Assigns tasks and responsibilities, monitors and evaluates performance of organizational units, managers, and employees, coaches and develops staff and organizational capabilities, approves leave, and takes or approves corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. The TM Guides subordinate managers and employees to prevent and resolve problems without the intervention of higher level management except where ATO and FAA-wide interests are at stake. Applies a detailed knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures to lead and integrate the budget planning processes for all projects/programs under their control, along with projects both short-term and long-term which address future needs. Participates in planning efforts that cross all ATO Service Units. Applies detailed knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed related to the budget and execution process to recommend solutions to meet ATO financial needs. Provides direction to program support for the budget formulation process and/or acquisition management. Maintains all necessary documentation and coordinates with all stakeholders. Develops and approves solutions to current and anticipated problems involving the budget formulation and execution processes which cross all ATO Service Units and disciplines. Uses project/program management principles to evaluate funding allocations and performance metrics in the context of organizational objectives, ensuring financial and operational strategies align with program goals. Develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization. Organizes programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. Assesses program performance and analyzes program risks. Contacts are routinely internal and external to the Group and Directorate and include subordinates, peers, higher level management, industry and stakeholders to discuss the statuses and results of projects/programs and to plan for the future. As the primary point of contact for budget formulation and execution issues, frequently represents the Directorate and Management Services at conferences or meetings. Responds to Congressional, Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and General Accounting Office (GAO) inquiries as required. Has the authority, within guidelines, to make commitments for the Group/ Directorate, to establish new policies/procedures, and to make exceptions. Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures and mission objectives, which leave considerable room for discretion. The Group Manager typically reviews individual and organizational performance on a periodic basis through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. Has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the short-term and long-term objectives of the major subdivision and ATO.