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Regional Administrator, Alaskan Region
Federal Aviation Administration · Posted today
Hybrid Anchorage, AK $154K – $216K Apply by Jul 9, 2026 Program Management ENTJESTJINTJISTJ Operations
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is where innovation meets purpose. We ensure the safety and efficiency of the nation's aerospace system, overseeing air traffic, advancing cutting-edge aviation technologies, and shaping the future of flight. Our mission is to deliver the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. Join a team where your work has real impact, your ideas drive progress, and your career helps keep millions moving safely every day.
What You'll Do
- →The Regional Administrator (RA) is the principal Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) representative for a specific geographical area comprised of several states.
- →In discharge of these responsibilities, the RA coordinates key FAA functional areas to include public affairs, regional counsel, human resources, airports, air traffic, flight standards, civil rights, and security and hazardous materials safety, which includes approximately 487 FAA employees, to include senior employees at the Executive and K-band levels.
- →The following grade levels of individuals report directly to the RA: Deputy Regional Administrator, (FV-K), and Senior Advisor (FV-J).
- →The RA oversees an office budget of approximately $323.4K annually.
- →Principal Responsibilities: Represents the agency in regional contacts with Congressional and local elected officials; aviation industry; federal, state and local agencies; military services; aviation organizations; educational institutions; and civic and private groups.
- →Resolves local issues and concerns.
- →Serves as the regional entry point for aviation and political stakeholders (e.g., State Aviation Directors and National Association of State Aviation Officials) for issues when more than one FAA organization is involved.
- →Maintains contact with and responds to media interest and inquiries regarding regional FAA activities.
- →Delivers FAA messaging on national and regional issues and topics such as funding levels, budget updates, policy impacts and aviation education opportunities.
- →Builds relationships with external leaders to enhance communication and support for FAA initiatives such as airfield and airspace modernization.
- →Participates in associated local events, international delegations, and special projects.
- →Serves as executive leadership with other DOT modes and engages in OneDOT discussions, planning related to the DOT National Response Program (ESF-1), and the associated interface with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- →Acts as regional commander-in-charge during crisis or emergency situations.
Requirements
- ✓We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.
- ✓An education requirement has not been established for this occupational series.
Personality Fit
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