Clarification from the agency

Open to all U.S. Citizens AND MERIT PROMOTION (MP) - STATUS CANDIDATES and NON-COMPETITIVE ELIGIBLES. MP candidates include Federal Employees, Agency Employees, competitive Reinstatement eligibles, VEOA, CTAP and ICTAP. Individuals eligible for non-competitive appointment under special appointing authorities may also apply for consideration (e.g. Individuals with Disabilities; Veterans [VRA, 30% Disabled]; former Peace Corps, AmeriCorps or Vista). Indicate how you wish to be considered.

Provides advice, guidance, and recommendations to the supervisor of ASC on: (a) proposed or on-going major programs and functions/activities, program goals, plans, resources for various Headquarters Administrative Operations; (b) support programs and building/facility management functions and activities; and (d) research and develop written and oral communication products that are clear and easy to understand by employees and clients.

Coordinates and administers Commission-wide administrative services support programs in support of both Headquarters, Gettysburg buildings and various field locations and includes: (a) garage/parking operations and maintenance; (b) transportation services; (c) agency-wide inventory control and property management; (d) requisitioning of office supplies, furniture and equipment; (e) move scheduling and execution, equipment maintenance, repair and disposal; (f) transit benefits and parking; recycling; (g) energy conservation program; (h) housekeeping services; (i) warehousing; (j) contract maintenance of government-owned and leased equipment services; (k) laborer support; (I) financial management of OMD-AO accounts and technical management of related contracts; (m) distribution of publications; (n) conference support services; (o) mail management and distribution; (p) maintenance of building directory boards, and agency/staff signage; (q) maintenance of facility copiers including scheduling repairs and providing necessary cartridges, toners and ink; and other related activities.

Implements recommendations and provides guidance for on-going Headquarters facilities operations and maintenance. Ensures that procedures described comply with federal, state and local requirements. Interacts with the building owners and their representatives to coordinate changes and ensure compliance with the facility security. Develops accountability reports for facility maintenance and improvements.

Serves as the ASC space/relocation coordinator to include the planning, and monitoring of relocation process. Coordinates moves with OCIO to ensure all technical requirements are met, and works with space planners to coordinate and ensure necessary electrical, construction, and mechanical requirements are met prior to moves. Provides liaison between all affected/necessary parties and Bureaus/Offices.

Ensures the provision of quality customer service and support to a diverse customer base by the assessment of needs and satisfaction of customer's expectations.

Provides continuing interaction and response to the customer's needs, requirements, issues and problems, which can require implementing FCC/OMD and OMD-AO's mission, programs, plans and policies to ensure customer needs and requirements are met.

Reviews, recommends changes and develops FCC Property Management procedures and guidelines to ensure effective results are achieved during the following year's inventory process.

Prepares requests for the acquisition of excess property/equipment from GSA for use by the Commission. Manages the disposition of requests for property received from Bureaus/Offices. Ensures that the requests are processed and items are issued from existing stock or placed on order.

Serves in a developmental capacity as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for Administrative Service Center contracts and any other field contracts assigned. Provides liaison functions between contractor's personnel, FCC staff and management. Reviews work performed by contractors, confers with users and vendor representatives on a regular basis and monitors contract expenditures. Reviews and evaluates contractors work to date and monitor contract expenditures.

Conditions of employment

• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
• US Citizenship.
• May serve a one year probationary period (if applicable).
• Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation.
• If selected, a financial disclosure statement may be required.
• Current/former federal employees must provide SF-50 verifying grade/status.
• Current FCC employees must provide SF-50 verifying grade & status.
• Resume must not exceed two pages and must meet resume format criteria.

See "Qualifications".

Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Applicants must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.  Current Federal employees asking to be considered under Merit Promotion procedures must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement.  

Candidates must meet all of the specialized experience requirements outlined below in order to be deemed as qualified.

Specialized Experience

GS-12

IN ORDER TO BE DEEMED AS QUALIFIED, CANDIDATES MUST HAVE ONE YEAR OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WHICH IS EQUIVALENT TO THE GS-11 GRADE LEVEL IN THE FEDERAL SERVICE. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS EXPERIENCE:

1. Serving as the office space/relocation coordinator to include the planning, and monitoring of the office relocation process.
2. Providing technical and administrative guidance on office relocations and/or office space utilization projects.
3. Assisting in the oversight of the day-to-day maintenance of office furniture and arranges for office furniture repairs as needed.
4. Maintaining and overseeing the property management inventory process.

GS-13

IN ORDER TO BE DEEMED AS QUALIFIED, CANDIDATES MUST HAVE ONE YEAR OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WHICH IS EQUIVALENT TO THE GS-12 GRADE LEVEL IN THE FEDERAL SERVICE. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS EXPERIENCE:

1. Serving as the office space/relocation coordinator to include the planning, and monitoring of the office relocation process.
2. Providing technical and administrative guidance on office relocations and/or office space utilization projects.
3. Assisting in the oversight of the day-to-day maintenance of office furniture and arranges for office furniture repairs as needed.
4. Maintaining and overseeing the property management inventory process.
5. Interacting with building owners and their representatives to coordinate changes and ensure compliance with the facility security.
6. Conducting Contract Officer Representative (COR) responsibilities and obtaining COR certificates.

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

You will be evaluated for this position on the following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other characteristics (KSAOs): 

• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Customer Service
• Team Work
• Attention to Detail

Guidance For All Applicants

At the time of application you are required to take an external skills-based assessment which is based upon government-wide recognized competencies. Should you receive a passing score of 70 or higher, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the OPM qualification requirements for this position.

DEU

What is the Rule of Many

If you ask to be considered under DEU, the FCC adheres to the Rule of Many. The Rule of Many means that more than one applicant can be referred to the hiring manager, not just the top few, nor will candidates be placed into scored qualification categories (i.e. Best Qualified, Fully Qualified, Minimally Qualified). Everyone who meets minimum qualifications and scores 70 or higher may be referred, even if many applicants qualify. There is no fixed limit on how many people can be referred.

What This Means for You as an Applicant
• You do not need to be the highest scorer
• You do need to meet qualifications and score at least 70
• Multiple applicants can be considered fairly
• Selection is based on overall qualifications, not just test scores.

What this Means for 30% or More Disabled Veterans
• You must still qualify
• You must still pass the assessment (70 or higher)
• You must submit your VA letter confirming the 30% or more disability

Merit Promotion

If you ask to be considered under Merit Promotion, you will be considered in accordance with the agency's merit promotion plan and union agreement. Time in grade restrictions apply. Under Merit Promotion procedures, applicants must meet the qualifications criteria and receive a score of 70 or above in order to be deemed as Best Qualified. Candidates who ask to be considered non-competitively also only have to receive a score of 70.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume must clearly document how you meet the specialized experience in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this vacancy. Some positions require supplemental document(s). All required supporting documents MUST be received by midnight U.S. Eastern Time of the closing date of the announcement, as specified in this announcement. If you do not submit a required document (e.g. transcripts, etc.) your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration. Additionally, you may not receive the special consideration, e.g. Vet's Preference, for which you may be eligible without the appropriate supporting documentation. Once you apply to this vacancy you will be prompted by the system to upload the documents. If you are unable to upload the required documentation, contact the HR Specialist listed on the vacancy announcement prior to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. 

Merit Hiring Plan Resume Requirements

In compliance with Executive Order 14170, Reforming the Federal Hiring Process and Restoring Merit to Government Service resumes must not be longer than two pages in length. The resume must address minimum qualifications and other requirements listed in the job announcement.

Resumes must include all of the following information outlined below:

Contact Information

Name and how best to contact you, including email address and phone number.

Relevant Work Experience

• Job Title and Employer (including series and grade for any Federal positions)
• Start and end dates with month/year (e.g., 05/2019 –08/2022)
• The number of hours you worked per week

Ensure work experience descriptions are aligned with the job announcement and address all required qualifications. Brief descriptions should demonstrate your ability to perform the tasks at the required level as stated in the job announcement.

Resumes must be formatted as outlined above. If the two page resume criteria and/or the resume formatting requirement is not met candidates will be rated as ineligible and will not be referred for hiring consideration.

The FCC is providing the following applicant resume resources: 

• Applicant Guidance on the Two-Page Resume Limit
• USAjobs-How to Write a Federal Resume

Current or Former Federal Employees

ALL CURRENT/FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES AND CURRENT FCC EMPLOYEES MUST provide a legible Personnel Action, SF-50, that verifies your status and highest permanently held grade.  If an SF-50 is not submitted, the application will be rated as ineligible.

CURRENT FCC EMPLOYEES-To request a copy of your SF-50 please send an email to PersonnelRecordsRequest@fcc.gov

ICTAP/CTAP Employees

If you are an ICTAP or CTAP eligible employee you must submit (along with your resume):

1. Copy of separation SF-50 documenting ICTAP/CTAP eligibility
2. Copy of your final federal performance appraisal
3. Copy of official Reduction in Force (RIF) notice
4. Copy of any other document which documents your eligibility for CTAP or ICTAP

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