FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Clarification from the agency

Area 1 through Area 2

Major Duties for GS-1640-11 - PD# D1269000
1. Administers, coordinates, and verifies design work performed by Architect/Engineer firms often exceeding one million dollars and one year in duration per project. Prepares design scopes of work that reference National Guard Bureau (NGB) design criteria and establishes standards for project design. Selects, or recommends selection of, Architect/Engineer firms for award of design contracts. Manages and schedules design development and obtains Federal/State approval at each design stage, normally conceptual, preliminary, final, and bid final.

2. Requests construction funding. Manages bidding process, in coordination with the Contracting Officer, and recommends award of construction contracts. Administers, coordinates and verifies construction work performed by contractors often exceeding five million dollars in cost and one year in duration per project. Conducts regular construction progress meetings and resolves differences between design team, contractors, and facility users.

3. Serves as the senior technical employee overseeing one or more employees performing technical work within the Design and Project Management Branch. Assists the branch chief in preparing performance standards; gives advises in appraising work; and makes suggestions in maintaining an effective position management program by reviewing position descriptions to ensure positions are operating as intended and that duties and responsibilities are adequately reflected. Supports and promotes Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Upward Mobility, and other special emphasis personnel programs.

4. Provides guidance on the development of building environmental, energy, security, and communication systems both for programmed new construction and for retrofit of existing buildings. Prepares initial plans and specifications for alterations/repairs. Investigates construction requests to determine propriety. Determines the initial scope of minor and recurring construction projects through coordination and consultation with using agencies. Identifies and/or recommends appropriate funding sources.

5. Provides guidance and input to the Improvement Program for ARNG readiness centers. Serves as project manager for board delegated readiness center improvement design and construction projects. May function as a consultant to state and federal agencies and serve on Architect/Engineer selection boards for those agencies.

Major Duties for GS-1640-09 - PD# D1270000
1. Supports of the installations management program by assisting the Master Planner. Ensures that the state meets Department of Defense (DoD), Army, and state standards for master planning. Assists in development of the state Army National Guard (ARNG) long-range plan to structure and prioritize the number, size, content, and potential mix of ARNG installations and facilities to support current and projected force structure. Provides input for the planning and developing of long-term real property acquisition, development, and construction projects for the state. Assists the branch chief in the short, mid, and long term planning of ARNG facility resources. Coordinates with a variety of agencies, both internal and external, on issues pertinent to planning for ARNG installations and facility management. Assists the Master Planner in developing, maintaining and managing the CFMO input to the Long Range Construction Plan (LRCP), State Capital Planning (SCP), and the Military Construction, National Guard (MCNG) program as it pertains to the state ARNG Master Plan.

2. Researches, drafts, maintains, and coordinates the state's Military Construction (MILCON), UMI, and Facility Program (FP) program documents. Receives, verifies, and coordinates approval of all ARNG initial requests for construction and maintenance/repair projects. Investigates MILCON, UMI, & FP requirements to determine propriety.

3. Assists in the development, maintenance and updating of ARNG Energy Programs. Identifies possible energy conservation measures and promotes the use of Energy Conservation Programs (ECP), and Energy Conservation Savings Programs (ECSP). Researches energy providers, new energy systems and technology, state, and federal regulations.

4. Assists the Realty Officer (RO) in the management of ARNG real property; in the acquisition, management, and termination of real property interests; maintenance of real property accountability; Facilities Inventory and Support Plan (FISP) and other real property inventories; and the validation of real property quantities.

5. Ensures work is in compliance with governing federal, state and local laws and ARNG policies, procedures and guidelines. Maintains close liaison with senior ARNG commanders and directorates, state and local government authorities, Corps of Engineers and the National Guard Bureau.

Contact HRO for a full copy of the GS-09 or 11 Position Descriptions.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of hire. Failure to be able to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Must meet the definition of specialized experience by the closing of the announcement.
• Time in Grade: Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. Time in grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADE: E-7(SFC) - E-9(SGM), WO1 thru CW4 and O-1 (2LT) thru O-3 (CPT)

COMPATIBILITY: is identified as being a member of the Delaware Army or Air National Guard.

If this position has promotion potential and you are selected at the lower developmental level/grade of GS-09, you may be non-competitively promoted to the full performance level/grade of GS-11 after completing the required Individual Development Plan (IDP). Promotions are not automatic and may only occur after completion of the IDP.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-09: Must have one year of specialized experience and must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade level of GS-07. Must have knowledge and understanding of planning, programming, real property administration, and master planning concepts and procedures; knowledge of architectural design and building construction, including site evaluation, building design, construction documents and building construction methods and details; knowledge of engineering principles and ability to prepare accurate project cost estimates. Knowledge of engineering disciplines sufficient to apply a broad range of engineering techniques in the planning, estimating, and programming of individual projects, and the development, coordination, evaluation, review and updating of the RPMP, LRCP, SCP, and MCNG/UMI construction programs. Broad technical knowledge of the operating capabilities and maintenance requirements of various kinds of facilities, physical plans, and equipment. The ability to present both oral and written communication.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11:Must have one year of specialized experience and must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade level of GS-09. Must have comprehensive knowledge of duties concerned with concepts, supervision, and management of facility administration in the planning, design, and construction of major structures and facilities with expertise in space utilization, building environmental systems, fire and security systems, masonry and reinforced concrete construction, roofing systems, energy management, and pavement construction and ability to determine deficiencies and prepare packages for unusual or new construction and repair. Extensive knowledge of architectural and engineering concepts, construction methods and practices, contract procedures, and construction management practices involved in the planning, design, construction or renovation of ARNG structures and buildings. This includes all methods of executing projects, with the ability to evaluate, adapt or modify property facilities, utility systems, buildings, and equipment to include alternatives such as design-build and construction manager at risk. Knowledge of applicable national, state, local and NGB codes and regulations relating to design, construction, and contracting. Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as they apply to selection of architectural services.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Qualification factors include education and competencies in the human resources program. Candidate's competencies are evaluated on the basis of duties performed. The applicant's resume package may include military and/ or civilian human resources experiences and experiences in writing military and/ or civilian performance reports; awarded training certificates; and official college transcripts. The resume must clearly demonstrate the individual's possession of the competencies needed to fully perform the Series GS-0201 work, as defined in the applicable position description's specified grade, duties, and responsibilities.

Qualifications are based on your ability to demonstrate in your resume that you possess one year of the specialized experience for this announcement at a comparable scope and responsibility. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/build/). If you choose to use your own resume, it must contain the following information organized by experience/position: (1) job title, (2) name of employer, (3) start and end dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY), (4) detailed description of duties performed, accomplishments, and related skills, and (5) hours worked per week (full-time employment and part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience). Federal experience/positions must also include the occupational series, grade level, and dates in which you held each grade level.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information. Failure to provide the above information in your resume may result in your application being found "not qualified."

Your resume serves as the basis for experience related qualification determinations, and you must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable), as it relates to this job opportunity. Please use your own words, be clear, and specific when describing your work history. We cannot make assumptions regarding your experience.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: transcripts (if claiming college for experience)

3. Online Application: Questionnaire

4. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".

5. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.

6. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.

7. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

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