If selected you will be responsible for installation management functions encompassing operations, utilities, construction, remodeling, and maintenance in support of all research programs and specialized insect production at the facility and its satellite laboratories. You will provide or coordinate certain administrative services for the Laboratory Director and approximately fifty employees and cooperators located at Otis.

Duties

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Provides facility management direction and planning for building and grounds operation, utility services, construction, maintenance and/or rehabilitation of buildings to special facilities. Develops and oversees the implementation of operating procedures and insures that the programming of manpower, material, and equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance is accomplished. Collaborates on a continuing basis with the Director of PPQ’s Otis Laboratory, in the development of operational procedures to affirm ongoing viability of various insect quarantine and security areas. Implements and manages a facility-wide accident reporting system, designed to provide complete and accurate information on all accidents, for use in evaluating safety and health conditions. Assigns and reviews the work of a staff of several General Schedule and Wage Grade employees to ensure timely performance, soundness, and value.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• In accordance with Office of Government Ethics regulations concerning conflict of interest, the incumbent will be required to submit a financial disclosure report within 30 days of their effective date of appointment and annually thereafter.
• Work requires occasional walking, bending, and light to moderate lifting. Some aspects of the work require climbing ladders and exposure to heights in excess of thirty feet.
• The work is usually performed in an office setting.
• During site visits and when overseeing construction activity occasional risks and discomforts may be experienced when working in proximity to construction equipment and outside in adverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-12 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Experience managing maintenance work encompassing the full scope of system inspections, preventative maintenance, HVAC systems, potable water distribution, electrical distribution systems, custodial services, and energy management operation. Performing and/or overseeing strategic facilities planning, building design, alterations and construction, space planning and utilization, and energy management programs. Overseeing and maintaining computerized control, air handling and life safety systems for quarantine facilities, such as environmental growth room controllers, control access and intrusion systems, quarantine greenhouse controls, and building automation systems. Preparing written specifications, estimates, and fact sheets for the procurement of materials and supplies. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]