Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Executive Director, Senate Office Buildings, Tenant Services Division, Furniture Branch. The incumbent serves as the Supervisory Property Manager, responsible for leading and managing comprehensive logistics, supply chain, and asset management operations supporting over 250 Senate offices and facilities.
Duties
The incumbent provides expert-level leadership in supply forecasting, warehousing, distribution, and procurement, overseeing a $25M historic furniture inventory and managing an annual budget of $1–2M. This role requires close coordination with Senate staff, AOC senior leadership, and cross-functional teams.
Logistics and Supply Chain Operations
Serve as the senior logistics and supply chain expert, overseeing acquisition, storage, distribution, and disposal of materials and equipment.
Manage complex supply chain operations including forecasting, inventory control, strategic sourcing, and modernization initiatives.
Ensure compliance with federal procurement laws, OSHA standards, internal audit requirements, and applicable policies.
Supervise multi-million-dollar procurement and post-award administration processes.
Oversee logistics and utilization of 80,000 square feet of warehouse space across three facilities.
Coordinate delivery and placement of furniture to approximately 100+ offices daily, including support for major events like the State of the Union.
Maintain and enhance data systems for tracking inventory and reporting.
Manage customer service, tracking work orders through CAFM, and ensuring minimal disruption to office operations.
Analyze supply chain metrics and lead continuous improvement efforts to reduce waste and optimize performance.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct a team of logistics, inventory, and warehouse personnel.
Conduct performance management, mid-year and end-year reviews, and recommend awards and training.
Assign, review, and prioritize work; resolve grievances and disciplinary matters.
Maintain Contracting Officer Representative (COR) certification and oversee contract work and inspections.
Make decisions regarding in-house vs. contracted work and approve vendor performance and payments.
Collaborate with GS-15 Division Directors, SR-level executives, and external stakeholders.
Program Leadership and Compliance
Ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements and foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
Provide or coordinate asset management training and ensure PPE compliance.
Establish and revise policies aligned with federal guidance, GAO standards, and best practices for asset lifecycle management and operational efficiency.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be able to pass a drug test.
- Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related KSAs.
- You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
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.
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates the following:
- Managing logistics or property operations, including inventory management, warehousing, or the distribution of equipment and supplies.
- Tracking and accounting for property in accordance with federal regulations and internal control policies.
- Assisting with procurement planning or performing post-award contract administration.
- Overseeing the day-to-day work of staff or leading project teams involved in supply chain or asset management functions.
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.
Agency Benefits:
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
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 responses to job specific self-assessment questions.
Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:
1. Knowledge of Property and Asset Management: Demonstrated knowledge of federal property management principles and practices, including acquisition, tracking, storage, and disposal procedures.
2. Operational Leadership and Team Coordination: Ability to lead and coordinate logistics or asset management operations, including assigning work, setting priorities, and guiding staff in achieving goals.
3. Procurement and Contract Support: Knowledge of procurement policies, acquisition procedures, and vendor oversight responsibilities, including familiarity with COR functions.
4. Data Analysis and Problem Solving: Skill in using inventory systems and analytical tools to assess supply trends, solve operational issues, and improve service delivery.
5. Communication and Customer Service: Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders, prepare written reports, and respond to customer inquiries effectively and professionally.
6. Compliance and Internal Controls: Familiarity with federal and agency-level compliance requirements related to logistics operations, safety regulations, and audit readiness.
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Required Documents
The Architect of the Capitol's job application process is designed to ensure that we only ask you for the information that is absolutely needed to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position.
To apply for this position, you only need to submit online the following: a) your resume and 2) answer the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant supplemental information. No additional documentation or attachment is required at the time of application.
We ask that you prepare and submit a resume that best describes fully your background experience, skills, abilities, education, training and other relevant credentials. The resume should include dates of employment.
Nothing further is required until it is requested by the staff of the Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for a position, you will be asked to provide it during the selection process or upon selection. At that point, we may ask you to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
For example, we may ask you to provide documents such as college transcripts, copy of diploma or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires a license or certification, we will ask candidate(s) to provide proof at the time of selection. If you are claiming veterans' preference, we may ask you to submit proof of Veterans preference (DD-214, and, if claiming 10-point preference, the SF-15 plus proof required by that form). If you fail to provide the required documents, we will withdraw a tentative job offer made and/or remove you from further consideration.
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
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Next steps
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