Supervisory Building Management Specialist Job in Laredo, TX

Vacancy No. 7P-2025-0011 Department Public Buildings Service
Salary $107,401.00 to $139,625.00 Grade 13 to 13
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 12/16/2024 Close Date 12/30/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Laredo, TX


Summary

As a Supervisory Building Management Specialist, you will be responsible for adjusted square footage (ASF) ranging from 1 million to 1.5 million. Acts with the full authority for the Service Center Manager, Senior Property Manager, or Operations Manager for day-to-day operations.

Location: Public Buildings Service, Service Centers Division, in Region 7 in Laredo, TX.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

ENERGY MANAGEMENT:

  • Directs all aspects of utility usage in GSA buildings to meet the goals and requirements of various energy laws enacted by Congress.  Monitors consumption and demand; tracks costs and trends; develops and implements building operating plans to maintain FPMR temperature guidelines and limit energy demand and usage.  Plans and executes projects such as lighting retrofits, based on life cycle analysis.  Initiates programs with tenants to promote energy conservation.  Takes action in leased locations where GSA pays utilities to reduce energy consumption through coordination with lessors and tenants.  Keeps abreast of current industry information and utility rates and their impact on building management.  Ensures that RWAs are requested and received from tenant agencies for utilities provided above standard levels.  

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: 

  • Directs all SEM programs within the assigned facilities to ensure that a safe and healthful environment is provided to all GSA employees, tenants, contract workers, and visitors in GSA buildings and leased spaces.  Enforces fully all applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental laws and regulations.  Serves as Asbestos Control Manager for the assigned facilities with specific responsibilities as outlined in the Region 7 Asbestos Management Plan.  Manages the fire safety program, includes PM of fire alarm systems, system testing, fire drills, and tenant communications.  Manages all other SEM programs in the assigned facilities including radon, IAQ, UST, OSH, and FSH programs.  

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:

  • Develops requests for funding in real property operations and for repair & alteration projects, with all supporting justifications.  Operates within the approved funds, IBAAs and RWAs.  Continuously reviews expenditures to ensure that approved funding limitations are not exceeded. Tracks as necessary to stay within approved funding levels at all times.  Performs and manages high level work including: BA61, BA54 & BA64 and related programs and works with the Office of Portfolio to coordinate 5-year plans for program areas.

CONTRACTING: 

  • Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative for administration of service contracts awarded by others; and the administration of leases within the assigned geographic territory. Prepares contract specifications and participates in the evaluation of potential contractors, reviews and evaluates bids. Oversees repairs, improvements, and preventive maintenance work performed by contractors.  Facilitates action to ensure that the terms and conditions of the contracts are fully carried out, that adequate inspections and documentation are completed, and that the government receives full value for its payments. Authorizes payments and deductions on service and construction contracts.

Requirements

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.
  • Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
  • Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required

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-13 salary range starts at $107,401 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-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience overseeing building management operations, to include custodial management; recycling and waste management.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are eligible under Merit Promotion, you may also apply under Vacancy Announcement #7P-2025-0010.  You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.

Bargaining Unit Status:

- This position is ineligible for the bargaining unit
If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.  

A Recruitment or Relocation incentive up to $25,000 will be offered for this position subject to the selectee's eligibility and a 3-year agency Service Level Agreement with the General Services Administration for Laredo, TX 

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: 
  • Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
  • Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is: 
  • Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
  • Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
  • Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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:

  1. Specialized program knowledge of building management operations to include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, roofing and structural matters and the maintenance of those systems; elevators; operations and energy conservation (including water efficiency, renewable resources, sustainability, zero environmental footprint and related energy goals and initiatives); custodial and waste management; recycling; art and historic preservation; space alterations; safety, emergency management, environmental management and concessions.
  2. Advanced skill in interpersonal relations and in written and oral communications required to explain, evaluate, and negotiate client technical operating requirements; coordinate work efforts and negotiate resolutions to problems; and present information and conduct meetings in a concise and professional manner.
  3. A wide range of buildings management principles, concepts and practices as well as a thorough understanding of building tenants and client agencies' needs, requirements and customer satisfaction drivers to operate, maintain and manage real property assets in a manner that provides quality building services at a reasonable cost and satisfies building tenants and customer agencies.
  4. Extensive working knowledge of financial principles, concepts and practices, budgetary formulation and execution processes.
  5. Knowledge and ability required to interpret contract specifications, perform recurring inspections, review contractor performance, and evaluate, document and ensure quality of services required.
  6. In-depth knowledge of Federal acquisition and property management regulations, required to plan and manage the operation of buildings including lease administration processes; specific knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) related to Simplified Acquisition procedures.

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.


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Required Documents

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.  

How to Apply

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.

Agency contact information

Lorree Rhodes
Phone
817-229-4157
Fax
000-000-0000
Email
pbsavacancyinquiries@gsa.gov
Address
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
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Next steps

After the closing date/deadline:

  1. ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant eligibility and qualifications are reviewed.
  2. REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: Eligible/Qualified applicants are referred to management for review and possible interview.
  3. 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.
  4. FINAL JOB OFFER: A final job offer is made (typically within 40 days after the closing date/deadline for applications).
  5. 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!


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