This position is part of the Defense Media Activity.The incumbent will be responsible for establishing and implementing policies and systems necessary for the effective and economic performance of the DoD, Defense agencies, the military services, the Joint Staff, and the Combatant Commands.

Duties

As a Facility Operations Specialist at the GS-1640-12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Responsible for the management, engineering, design, and operation of all physical plant facilities and real property used to support the AFN-BC mission. Reviews critical systems operations and varied construction, maintenance, and repair projects, requiring application of engineering fundamentals particularly of civil, structural, mechanical, environmental, electrical and fire protection concepts (such as principles of structure, electrical circuits and machines, thermodynamics, fluid flow, and mechanics etc.) techniques and methods. Provides estimates and cost analysis, and plans effective personnel utilization and priorities for the development, design, and installation of facilities and/or equipment. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or alternate for various facilities contracts to ensure all contractors meet the terms and conditions of their respective contract. Monitors work and work methods of contractors and government personnel to determine completion as planned and acceptable work practices are employed. Monitors the continuous systems and safety surveillance programs of the Broadcast Center, which includes on-going inspections, as well as telephonic trouble calls and electronic mail messages from activity personnel, and reports from other maintenance personnel.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Alternate Work Schedule (AWS)
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is NOT telework eligible
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Non-Sensitive Security clearance.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening test, and periodic drug screenings thereafter.
• DMA is engaged in ongoing transformation activities. As such, this position may relocate or be reassigned to Fort Meade, Tobyhanna Army Depot or other DMA locations worldwide.
• The incumbent will be offered relocation assistance in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation, Chapter 5, Part F.
• Due to the nature of facilities management support, work hours periodically extend to weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Managing building operations, maintenance, repair, and alteration programs, and advising supervisor on optimal use of facilities. Providing estimates and cost analysis, and plans effective personnel utilization and priorities for the development, design, and installation of facilities and/or equipment. Planning, designing, and developing minor construction projects to be performed by contractor. 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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1640 series. Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, project management, or business administration. OR Experience Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Managing a maintenance program for office or apartment building complexes, hospitals, recreation facilities, military, or other special-purpose installations, including planning maintenance activities, and developing preventive maintenance programs. Conducting surveillance activities over construction and maintenance operations performed by a variety of private contractors, including reviewing project plans and specifications for workability, informing contractors of construction and reporting requirements, and supervising operations for conformance with project plans. Performing maintenance or construction work, including estimating material and labor costs for a variety of construction or maintenance projects (such as construction or maintenance of brick, frame, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and other type structures ranging from one- or two-story buildings to larger structures), directing actual work operations, and maintaining appropriate contacts with the organization funding the project.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET THE INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses.

Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable.

When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education

Contacts

• Address Defense Media Activity 6700 Taylor Ave Ft. Meade, MD 20755 US
• Name: DE Applicant Inquires
• Phone: 614-692-0420
• Email: [email protected]