Air Traffic Control Supervisor: Lead Operations & Training

Federal Aviation Administration; Crystal (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Aviation Administration in Crystal, MN seeks a Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Operations Supervisor. You will oversee a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers within a terminal facility, directing operations and ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will plan and assign work, set priorities, evaluate performance, and coordinate training. The role reports to the Air Traffic Manager and requires strong leadership in a complex, safety‑critical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising air traffic control staff and directing operations.
• Ability to plan, assign, and prioritize work and manage staffing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making in a safety‑critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists within a geographic area and direct assignments.
• Set work priorities, schedules, and approve leave; coach employees on work and admin matters.
• Evaluate performance and provide feedback and recommendations.
• Identify training needs and arrange development opportunities for staff.
• Communicate policies on diversity, EEO, and labor management; support fair work practices.

Job description

Federal Aviation Administration in Crystal, MN seeks a Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Operations Supervisor. You will oversee a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers within a terminal facility, directing operations and ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will plan and assign work, set priorities, evaluate performance, and coordinate training. The role reports to the Air Traffic Manager and requires strong leadership in a complex, safety‑critical environment.