Total 7 job vacancies by National Transportation Safety Board

As a Senior Survival Factors Investigator, GS-1801-14, you will perform the following major duties:

Serves as Group Chair responsible for documenting, analyzing, and evaluating survival factors issues described in the position summary above. These include but are not limited to cabin safety and flight attendant training, occupant protection, airport operations, and airport and community emergency management factors that may arise during major aviation accident/incident investigations.

Organizes, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the representatives from the operators, manufactures, professional organizations, FAA, and other participating agencies, including experts in other fields in the course of a survival factors investigation.

Independently identifies and assesses the significance of survival factors found during on-scene accident investigations. Analyzes and interprets the data uncovered. The purpose of such analysis is to l) advance the knowledge of survival factors in the operation of aviation systems; 2) provide practical applications of theory in the survival factors for the purpose of publication and general education; and 3) form a basis for theapplication of practical solutions to the prevention of future accidents of similar nature.

Determines requirements for special tests, studies, and/or assistance that may be necessary in one or more aspects of a given investigation. Monitors these activities and evaluates findings in terms of relevancy to the probable cause and/or safety recommendations. Studies usually involve the novel and/or innovative application of research results in analyzing survival factors.

Develops and prepares documentation in the form of reports, photographs, pertinent records, and other appropriate material. Prepares timely and technically correct factual and analytical reports that accurately reflect the pertinent findings in the survival factors areas to be used in the subsequent analysis and probable cause determination.

Maintains currency in survival factors affecting aviation safety including emergent research and operational practices, accident investigation methodology.

As a Senior Survival Factors Investigator, GS-1801-14, you will perform the following major duties:

Serves as Group Chair responsible for documenting, analyzing, and evaluating survival factors issues described in the position summary above. These include but are not limited to cabin safety and flight attendant training, occupant protection, airport operations, and airport and community emergency management factors that may arise during major aviation accident/incident investigations.

Organizes, supervises, and coordinates the activities of the representatives from the operators, manufactures, professional organizations, FAA, and other participating agencies, including experts in other fields in the course of a survival factors investigation.

Independently identifies and assesses the significance of survival factors found during on-scene accident investigations. Analyzes and interprets the data uncovered. The purpose of such analysis is to l) advance the knowledge of survival factors in the operation of aviation systems; 2) provide practical applications of theory in the survival factors for the purpose of publication and general education; and 3) form a basis for the
application of practical solutions to the prevention of future accidents of similar nature.

Determines requirements for special tests, studies, and/or assistance that may be necessary in one or more aspects of a given investigation. Monitors these activities and evaluates findings in terms of relevancy to the probable cause and/or safety recommendations. Studies usually involve the novel and/or innovative application of research results in analyzing survival factors.

Develops and prepares documentation in the form of reports, photographs, pertinent records, and other appropriate material. Prepares timely and technically correct factual and analytical reports that accurately reflect the pertinent findings in the survival factors areas to be used in the subsequent analysis and probable cause determination.

Maintains currency in survival factors affecting aviation safety including emergent research and operational practices, accident investigation methodology.

As a Pipeline Accident Investigator, GS-1801-14, you will perform the following major duties:

• Writes and prepares reports of accident investigations, safety studies, responses to Notices of Proposed Rulemakings, and inquiries from Congress, industry and the public.
• Provides leadership and expertise in managing and coordinating investigative teams.
• Provides expertise in the conduct and management of investigations of major accidents involving pipeline transportation; identify and select national pipeline transportation safety recommendations; and evaluate federal, state and local pipeline transportation safety laws and regulations.
• Conducts extensive research and analysis of applicable regulations, technical manuals and records, inspection reports, and similar sources and means. Determines and recommends special investigative procedures and study needs that might be necessary.
• Utilizes pipeline disciplines, such as gas distribution, gas transmission, hazardous and non-hazardous liquid pipeline systems/facilities, operations, maintenance, materials, integrity assessment, SCADA systems, offshore pipeline facilities, etc. in order to conduct pipeline accident analysis and investigations.

As a Pipeline Accident Investigator, GS-1801-14, you will perform the following major duties:

• Writes and prepares reports of accident investigations, safety studies, responses to Notices of Proposed Rulemakings, and inquiries from Congress, industry and the public.
• Provides leadership and expertise in managing and coordinating investigative teams.
• Provides expertise in the conduct and management of investigations of major accidents involving pipeline transportation; identify and select national pipeline transportation safety recommendations; and evaluate federal, state and local pipeline transportation safety laws and regulations.
• Conducts extensive research and analysis of applicable regulations, technical manuals and records, inspection reports, and similar sources and means. Determines and recommends special investigative procedures and study needs that might be necessary.
• Utilizes pipeline disciplines, such as gas distribution, gas transmission, hazardous and non-hazardous liquid pipeline systems/facilities, operations, maintenance, materials, integrity assessment, SCADA systems, offshore pipeline facilities, etc. in order to conduct pipeline accident analysis and investigations.

As a Budget Officer, GS-0560-15, you will perform the following major duties:

Supervises the work of budget analysts with the responsibility for ensuring timely performance and quality of work, evaluating performance of staff against established standards for performance, and administering leave, hours of work, and counseling on other administrative matters.

Formulates and develops strategy of agency budget requests and prepares the analyses on the impacts to the agency. This includes developing and preparing budgetary information, summaries, and tables to respond to a variety of specific requests and to facilitate the presentation of the budget.

Apprises senior management of NTSB's financial condition and advises them of the recommended measures necessary to ensure proper funds management, such as revising apportionments and operating plans, reprogramming, and limiting expenses.

Reviews and analyzes budget estimates and requests for allotments of programs for accuracy, adequacy of support, narrative justification, and conformance with budgetary policy and recommends necessary changes and revisions where applicable.

Responsible for the development of apportionment requests to OMB based on all resources available to the NTSB. Establishes allotments and financial plans to affix accountability.

Reviews pending/proposed legislation, Congressional questions, and other budget documents to assess the resource Implications on the budget execution programs of the NTSB.

The position is responsible for providing executive-level management and oversight of the Office of Marine Safety (OMS), which investigates, analyzes, develops, and prepares detailed reports and proposed probable cause determinations of all major marine casualties that occur in the US or that involve US flagged vessels anywhere in the world.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, manages, directs, and evaluates the work of the OMS. Provides direction to professional engineers, marine accident investigators, and other technical and support staff to assure high quality marine accident investigations. Implements and exercises NTSB policies and guidelines.
• Manages the accident investigation process and oversees accident report preparation to ensure timely and appropriate response to the Board. Under delegated authority, initiates accident investigations to implement the NTSB Congressional mandate and NTSB priorities. Ensures all factors of accidents/incidents have been identified, objectively examined, and documented. Determines probable cause(s) of each accident.
• Develops a strategic and annual operating plan for the implementation of short-term and long-term objectives for the OMS.
• Coordinates OMS programs with other Federal, state, and local government agencies, industry groups, and foreign governments, as appropriate. Initiates activities aimed at promoting the public image of the work of the NTSB. Meets with high-ranking officials to develop and negotiate the implementation of national and international goals and objectives, as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with international and domestic industry, safety groups, labor organizations, associations, Congress, Federal regulators, etc. Provides authoritative advice and expertise in the development of industry standards and regulations, technology, and new applications of existing technology. Provides Congressional testimony, as needed. Represents the NTSB and serves as a member of the U.S. delegation at international meetings on accident investigation issues.

As a Management Analysis Officer, GS-0343-14, you will perform the following major duties:

Responsible for the development of plans and programs, policies, and procedures, and assists the Directors by providing guidance, advice and counsel on policy matters, human resources, office operations, product management, assets, and other functions of the Office. Also responsible for Office level oversight of advocacy, forums, and symposia.

Responds to time-critical requests from the Director and Deputy Director regarding special, one-time, and long-term projects.

Develops or assists the Deputy Director in development and application of plans, programs, processes, policies, and procedures for the Office; uses data analytics to evaluate program operations and identify efficiencies; and recommend changes in work methods, policies and organizational structure to improve program results, and efficiently utilize assets.

Works with the Deputy Director in developing strategic plans for the implementation of short-term and long-term objectives for the Office and is responsible for the documentation of office policy and measurements for Agency-wide reporting requirements.

Evaluates product development processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and other improvement opportunities; develops, recommends and upon approval from the Deputy Director implements changes to improve the quality and effectiveness of these processes as needed; coordinates and participates in modal work and report planning meetings.

Serves as the division lead for NTSB's Annual Report to Congress, liaises with agency stakeholders on the review and comment process, researches and provides current investigative data and media necessary for the report, sources multiple regulatory databases for information related to the division as necessary.

In coordination with OMS managers, develops and manages an external communications program within OMS; reviews and assists in the coordination of press releases and other social media with the Office of Communications; manages participation of events associated with Most Wanted List items.

Oversees OMS training, individual development plans, advocacy, and outreach activities.