This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will serve as technical advisor on operations and maintenance facility matters within agency. Advises senior and subordinate staffs as to the adequacy and physical condition of facilities; recommend actions necessary to provide for facilities readiness.

Duties

As a FACILITIES OPERATIONS SPECIALIST at the GS-1640-11/12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a facilities specialist exercising technical oversight of all local and regional offices located in several states across the country and serves as the subject matter expert for all aspects of space allocation and utilizations, space management, relocations, contingency of Government operations (COOP), reporting, and contracting record keeping requirements. The incumbent serves as technical advisor on operations and maintenance facility matters within agency. Advises senior and subordinate staffs as to the adequacy and physical condition of facilities; recommend actions necessary to provide for facilities readiness. Manages and controls projects and contracts and budget planning throughout terms. Measures and monitors performance to assure commitments of all parties are being maintained. Reviews project progress, measuring performance and taking necessary corrective actions to maintain agreed upon scope, schedule and cost. Coordinate on work plans for facilities being revitalized through SRM funding. Oversee and report progress in preventive maintenance and demand maintenance programs for all DoDEA facilities. Serves as a source of consultation for other facilities program managers and program specialists to resolve issues and provide advice on issues and matters where policies or decisions covering major areas of uncertainty in approach or methodology are required and where new techniques or information must be deployed.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• 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: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May Be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt/Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of duty time.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience at this level is demonstrated by the following: Comprehensive practical knowledge of a wide range of DoD and GSA operating procedures, administrative policies, and organizational practices governing building operations, building services, and space and utilities management for federal government facilities. Comprehensive practical knowledge of policies and procedures of the functional and administrative areas such as contracting, (federal acquisition register (FAR)), finance, and accounting, budget, counsel, and information management and others to coordinate, facilitate, and resolve issues. You may qualify at the GS-GS-11, if you fulfill the following qualifications: B. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience at this level is demonstrated by the following: Knowledge of a wide range of DoD and GSA operating procedures, administrative policies, and organizational practices governing building operations, building services, and space and utilities management for federal government facilities. Knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts and methods associated with the life-cycle management of renovation projects to include planning, monitoring, operating and implementation of those projects in order to execute assigned projects and resolve problems or issues that impact the project. 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. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. This position has a Basic Requirement for the (1640) series: Individual Occupational Requirements Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property 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 will NOT be used for the GS-12 and above in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Substitution of education MAY be used for the GS-11 in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

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 Threat Reduction Agency 8725 JOHN J KINGMAN ROAD MSC 6201 FT BELVOIR, VA 22060-6201 US
• Name: DTRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-0259
• Email: [email protected]