Summary
As an Interior Designer, is responsible for implementing the interior design program as part of the Region 10 Public Buildings Service's program for the space delivery process. Provides technical design advice to other GSA, PBS personnel such as architects, engineers, and consultants on space planning and design issues.
Location of position: GSA, Public Buildings Service, Planning Division, Tacoma, WA.
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Duties
- Serves as an interior designer/project integrator for the Planning Division while supporting PBS mission across multiple business lines. Provides guidance and technical assistance to project teams as well as personally executing a variety of space planning projects. Provides and monitors space planning and interior design services to client agencies, typically completing space requests up to an excess of 35,000 square feet.
- Performs a combination of long and short range planning, requirements programming, space design (workplace engagement or project specific task), and space utilization determinations involving a variety of projects throughout the Region. Represents GSA as a technical advisor in design practices. Remains current on trends in design and ways to improve agency performance through innovative design. Integrates project management expertise delivering a variety of services to our customers. These services include but are not limited to requirements development and furniture specifications. Analyzes the existing space for possible redesign to meet better utilization of space and functional lines. Provides general cost analyses related to the redesign of the existing space through comprehensive examination of client's needs and how it relates practically to the space.
- Develops block plans and stacking strategies; evaluates corrective and preventative situations for the new space occupancy; analyzes adjacencies on offered buildings; negotiates actions, budgets, schedules and concept drawings with client agencies often incorporating complex modifications of these actions, due to unforeseen building restraints or restraints in budgeting activities as it relates to the lease or reimbursable items; and preparing approval documents necessary to complete the occupancy actions.
- Produces quality conceptual design drawings that incorporate knowledge and acquired skills in drafting, design, and consider construction techniques and specifications, color theory, AutoCAD (computer aided design), and a variety of technical programs that aid in design, visualization, and documenting design projects. Develops procurement package for customer agency furniture procurement action to include typical workstation designs, block furniture floor plans, vendor information, project time schedule, and installation information.
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizens and National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
- Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
- Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
- Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
- Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
- Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
- Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
- the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
- number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-12 salary range starts at $97,376 per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is preparing hard-line drawings for required design intent documents e.g. demolition/renovation plans, furniture plans, etc.; surveying an agency's space, equipment, work flow, communication and organizational requirements; developing an agency's space and related requirements; specifying furniture and related furnishings; reading and interpreting basic architectural drawings; coordination and designing total interior finish schemes and materials.
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study - interior design or other field that included or was supplemented by at least 30 semester hours in interior design, interior architecture, or interior environmental design; or passage of the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) examination.
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.
You will have access to many benefits including:
- Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
- Life insurance coverage with several options
- Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
- Flexible work schedules
- Transit and child care subsidies
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance
- Training and development
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques of office space management, space planning, layout, furniture and interior design in order to design, plan and implement unusual and complex space planning and interior design projects.
- Knowledge of Federal statutes, including the Federal Property Management Regulations (FPMR), the American Disabilities Act (ADA), the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS), and local city and state fire and safety regulations in conjunction with Federal Fire/Safety regulations as they relate to the planning, design, use, and occupancy of various projects within the space.
- Knowledge of advanced and innovative space planning and interior design applications, including the ability to modify standard practice and implement state-of-the-art planning techniques in meeting unusual requirements.
- Ability in determining space requirements, workstation arrangements, support space characteristics, adjacencies, furniture selection and lighting from both a functional and aesthetic perspective; knowledge of current design concepts which includes telecommuting, hoteling, open office mobility and universal design concepts.
- Knowledge of principles of building construction, electrical, telephone and mechanical systems necessary to assess and plan solutions to user needs within the constraints inherent to existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
- Knowledge of a variety of federal procurement regulations and procedures; Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), including knowledge of simplified acquisition procedures; and Federal Supply Service supply sources required to prepare and award small purchase contracts for interior design and related services.
- Skill in oral, written, and graphic communication to develop visual representations and present them in a persuasive fashion, including the ability to draft working drawings. Advanced knowledge of capabilities and application of automated technology such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) in order to produce design drawings for interior architecture and furniture.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of the following categories and standard score ranges:
- Best Qualified = Candidates scoring between 95 - 100
- Well Qualified = Candidates scoring between 85 - 94 (Well Qualified for CTAP/ICTAP)
- Qualified = Candidates scoring between 70 - 84
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan(ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority. You may preview questions for this vacancy.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
If you are claiming veterans’ preference:
(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military - Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). Transcripts MUST show: name of the institution, student's name, course work/degree(s) completed/conferred and dates. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
- Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
- Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
- Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this vacancy.
- Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
- ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant eligibility and qualifications are reviewed.
- REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: Eligible/Qualified applicants are referred to management for review and possible interview.
- SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If a selection is made, a Tentative Offer is extended to the selectee and suitability and/or security background investigation is conducted.
- FINAL JOB OFFER: A final job offer is made (typically within 40 days after the closing date/deadline for applications).
- FINAL COMMUNICATION TO APPLICANTS: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
|