Building Management Specialist

Summary This position is in the Office of Facilities and Administrative Services. The incumbent analyzes data to determine needs and reports on metrics; maintains Contracting Officers Representative (COR) status; performs surveys of data; supports operations, and manages projects. This position is designated as a Mission Critical Emergency Employee, subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations of the Main Interior Building (MIB) or Office of the Secretary (OS) responsibilities. Learn more about this agency Duties Conducts facility/building surveys and studies to evaluate the environmental condition of office space and the mechanical condition of utility and equipment systems. Prepares analyses including recommendations for improvement or change and associated cost factors. Identifies areas requiring attention and arranges to have the work completed. Develops preventative-maintenance plans that include cost justifications, analysis of equipment deterioration and malfunctions, safety factors and risks, energy conservation requirements, etc. Implements the preventive-maintenance program to achieve the most efficient and economical standard of maintenance, employee safety and comfort, peak equipment operation, and building condition and appearance. Reviews technically complex requests for repairs and alterations to assure compliance with building utility and delivery systems, safety, energy requirements, code, etc. Assesses quality of workmanship, adherence to safety regulations and requirements, and the satisfactory completion of work. Responds to facilities emergencies for the protection of occupants and property, and to maintain total operation and continued services for tenants in the Interior Complex. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation. Direct Deposit of pay is required. Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt. Qualifications At the GS-12 level, you must meet the following qualification: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes: experience conducting facility surveys for a large complex, developing preventive maintenance plans, making recommendations for improvement based on studies, and experience reviewing requests for repair to assure compliance to building requirements. Applicants must carefully review the information in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for important information and instructions pertaining to the multi-hurdle assessment process for this position. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education If qualifying based on EDUCATION you MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Note: PDF Portfolio documents will not be processed or accepted as they appear as a one-page document. Only education from institutions which are accredited or preaccredited/candidate for accreditation may be used to meet education requirements. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information Telework Suitability: The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act. Stipulations of Employment: Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1 year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; The needs and interests of the agency; Whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment may be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule. Miscellaneous: DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. This position is being advertised concurrently with vacancy announcement #OFAS-26-MP-12918867MR using Merit Promotion procedures. If interested, refer to that announcement to determine if you meet the program requirements and can apply to that announcement. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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