Summary
Our employees at the Architect of the Capitol use their skills and talents to deliver exceptional facilities management services at the U.S. Supreme Court Building and the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building. We are seeking an exceptionally experienced Facilities Manager to join our team and lead the workforce in one of the most iconic buildings on Capitol Hill.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Appointments to the Excepted Service are civil service appointments that do not confer competitive status. This position is eligible for direct hire. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance/SCI
Applications are accepted from all U.S. citizens. Please see detailed guidance regarding employment eligibility under "Requirements"
Duties
The Facilities Manager oversees the structural and mechanical care and maintenance of the Supreme Court of the United States building and grounds and the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building (TMFJB). They perform these responsibilities under the direction of the Marshal of the Supreme Court and in coordination with the Administrative Offices of the United States Courts (AOUSC). In such capacity, the Facilities Manager performs duties such as the following:
- Leads, supervises, and directs a workforce providing extraordinary facility management services.
- Plans, administers, and manages work operations and maintenance activities.
- Develops multi-year programs that coordinate and integrate the planning, programming, budgeting and acquisition of both small (>$500k) and multi-million-dollar facilities maintenance and construction projects.
- Develops innovative solutions and provides expert advice the Architect of the Capitol, the Deputy Architect, Chief of Operations, the Marshal of the Supreme Court and the AOUSC on all facilities operations, facilities budgeting, program management, and construction project management for critical Supreme Court and TMFJB matters.
- Inspires, empowers, and oversees the career growth professional competency of in-house personnel engaged in skilled trades such as electrical, elevator mechanic, plumbing, HVAC, painting, plastering, masonry, gardening and engineer/architect, and program/construction management. Leverages contract personnel performing the same functions.
- Drives functional and operational excellence in facility management projects and programs.
- Ensures outstanding stewardship of our nation’s assets in the Supreme Court and TMFJB to facilitate judicial business and promote a safe, healthy, and secure environment through the efficient use of resources, integrated facility planning, and sustainable practices.
- Plans, estimates, coordinates, and supervises structural and mechanical alterations, repairs, renovations, and improvements to the TMFJB and Supreme Court building and grounds.
- Collaborates with architects, engineers, estimators, and technicians in conducting engineering studies / designs.
- Engages in design development with the Architect’s staff and suggests solutions to any problems encountered.
- Serves as the primary agency advisor on all programs and events involving the Supreme Court and TMFJB.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with multiple high-level individuals, including Justices of the Supreme Court and their staff, the Marshal of the Supreme Court, the Facilities and Security Director, AOUSC, other legislative and executive agencies, executives of major corporations, and members of the public as required.
This position is designated as emergency essential. The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Architect.
Candidates must have proven executive leadership experience leading teams delivering comprehensive facilities and construction management. Must possess the ability to foster and nurture a work environment of mutual dignity and respect while motivating and managing a diverse, multidisciplinary staff. A candidate with architectural or engineering training is highly desired. A candidate with construction contract acquisition and all manners of contract administration is highly desired.
The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance/SCI
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:
- A citizen of the United States;
- A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
- A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
- A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
- A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.
Key Requirements:
- Successful completion of a background investigation commensurate with the risk and sensitivity level of the position
- You must be able to pass a drug screening
- Filing of a Financial Disclosure Report
- You must provide narratives to the ECQs and PTQs
- Meets qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. For the ECQs and PTQs, you are required to submit a narrative response addressing your specific knowledge, skills and abilities that demonstrate your possession of the qualifications. For more information about the Executive Core Qualifications, please visit this site: https://www.opm.gov/ses/references/GuidetoSESQuals_2010.pdf
Applicants must clearly show possession and demonstrated leadership experience, normally obtained over several years by serving in positions at the GS-15 level or equivalent for each ECQ and PTQ. Failure to address and meet any of the ECQs and PTQs via the vacancy questionnaire, will eliminate you from further consideration. Review the ECQ competencies guidance and sample resumes in OPM’s Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualification.
Applicants currently serving in a Senior-Rated (SR) appointment (other than a temporary promotion), career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, or have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program and have been certified by the Office of Personnel Management do not need to address the ECQs, but must address each PTQ.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs):
ECQ 1 – Leading Change: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2 – Leading People: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3 – Results Driven: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems and calculating risks.
ECQ 4 – Business Acumen: The ability to manage human, financial and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 – Building Coalitions: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Professional Technical Qualification (PTQs):
PTQ 1. Demonstrated executive-level experience leading structural, mechanical, electrical and operational activities for multiple administrative facilities (500K – 1,500K SF each). This experience must include the general supervision, administration and direction of in-house personnel engaged in skilled trades such as electrical, elevator mechanic, plumbing, HVAC, painting, plastering, masonry, gardening and engineer/architect and program/construction management as well as contract personnel performing similar functions.
PTQ 2. Demonstrated experience developing multi-year programs that coordinate and integrate the planning, programming, budgeting, and acquisition of both small (>$500k) and multi-million-dollar facilities maintenance and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience directly supporting senior executive clients.
Education
Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university. A candidate with architectural or engineering training is highly desired.
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.
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 designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.
The AOC offers:
- Competitive salary, comprehensive retirement plan, monetary and non-monetary awards, and other employee recognition.
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as flexible spending accounts; the government shares the cost of health and life insurance premiums.
- Training and developmental opportunities.
- Flexible work hours, subsidized transportation options and paid annual and sick leave and holidays.
- Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and work schedule. Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.
The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
This position is authorized to earn 8 hours of annual leave per bi-weekly pay period.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your narrative responses.
Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you possess the ECQs and PTQs required for this position and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. All applicants must submit online written statements describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs and PTQs. You must address each ECQ separately and are required to respond to all ECQs, unless serving in a Senior-Rated (SR) appointment (other than a temporary promotion), career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, or have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program and have been certified by the Office of Personnel Management. All applicants must address the PTQs.
Your resume and narratives must support your answers to the self-assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for non-selection or disqualification from further consideration.
Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application). You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Required Documents
The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.
Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC’s Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
If Veterans’ preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
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.
How to Apply
You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
If you are a new user to the USAJOBS Site and have never registered for an account; you will first need to create an account profile with your basic contact information and a resume to begin applying. You must be a registered USAJOBS user AND you must be signed-in to your account in order to apply for this position. For help with setting up an account or for general assistance with using USAJOBS, go to USAJOBS Help Page.
NEED HELP?
If you experience any difficulties with the application site, help is available! If you have problems completing your on-line application, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at 1-866-656-6831 or by e-mail at MGSHELP@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call and leave a voice mail message at all other times.
All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS “Saved Documents” feature.
If you are unable to apply on-line, you may visit our Employment Center for technical assistance in entering your application. The Employment Center is located at 441 Second & D Streets S.W., Washington, D.C., Room H2-178, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may call (202) 226-7000 for directions.
Next steps
You will receive a notice generated by the USAJOBSs System when you have successfully submitted your application. We will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.
You can check the status of your application by logging into http://www.usajobs.gov. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJOBS Account, editing your profile and changing the ‘Notification Settings’ to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this job announcement.
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