Facilities Operations Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory (NCSCRL) - Soil Management Research Unit in Morris, MN. The incumbent provides support and coordination for the day-to-day operations and management of all facility and farming operations at NCSCRL.

Duties

• Provides support for all aspects of managing and maintaining facility, fleet and farming operations at NCSCRL.
• Participates in the planning and development of statement-of-work descriptions, specifications, and requirements for all operations, maintenance, and construction project that are outside the area of capacity of NCRCRL personnel to perform.
• Coordinates all aspects of the preventive maintenance, security systems, and farming operations of the NCSCRL complex, including unscheduled repairs of equipment, systems, and buildings, and planning and oversite of service contractors
• Maintains all building plans, as-built drawings, and construction records.

Requirements

You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period unless previous federal service is creditable. During this time your employment will be evaluated, and we may consider: your performance and conduct, the needs and interests of the agency, whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government, and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Motor Vehicle or Commercial Driver's License Required. The incumber will be required to obtain and maintain a Pesticide Applicators License. The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Boiler's licens. Incumbent may be required to wear a full-face or other respirators. Medical certification will be required to ensure incumbent is able to meet this requirement. Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain government purchasing card with $5,000 limit. Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. GS-09: Specialized experience is experience directly related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience must be described for each grade level advertised. Qualifying experience for GS-09 includes one year of specialized experience comparable to GS-07 which is directly related to the work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this position, specialized experience assisting with the operation, maintenance, or repair of buildings, utility systems, grounds, vehicle fleet, farm machinery, or facilities equipment; monitoring facility activities, inspecting equipment or systems, and maintaining operational or maintenance records; supporting maintenance projects, preventive maintenance programs, or contractor services related to facility operations. OR Education: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. Related degrees include engineering, industrial arts, property management, construction management, or business administration. OR A combination of graduate education and specialized experience as described above. GS-11: Specialized experience is experience directly related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience must be described for each grade level advertised. Qualifying experience for GS-11 includes one year of specialized experience comparable to GS-09 which is directly related to the work of this position and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. For this position, specialized experience managing the operation and maintenance of buildings, utility systems, grounds, or facilities equipment; planning and coordinating maintenance, repair, renovation, or construction projects and monitoring contractor performance; and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, or regulatory requirements while maintaining facility records and operational documentation. For this position, specialized experience is experience developing short- and long-term maintenance goals; performing facility inspections to provide comprehensive facility condition assessments; providing cost estimates for the maintenance or repair services for all equipment, fleet, systems, and buildings; and coordinating and maintaining safety plans for normal operations and emergency situations. OR Education: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or Successful completion of 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a degree in engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration or LL.M if related. Related degrees include engineering, industrial arts, property management, construction management, or business administration. OR A combination of Ph.D. education and specialized experience as described above. 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 and 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

Applications will be evaluated in accordance with Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Delegated Examining Procedures and USDA policy using . This means you will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses to the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. Applicants who meet basic minimum qualifications will be placed in one of two or three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Category placement will be determined based on applicants' quality of experience and the extent they possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) or competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13106930 Other Information

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here. Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized. The final determination to pay an incentive will be made by the hiring official at the time of job offer. If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. Physical Demands: Work may involve extended periods or working in uncomfortable positions, standing, sitting, lying on back, walking and lifting up to 70 pounds. Requirements include sustained attention to detail and excellent hand/eye coordination with high emphasis on dexterity. Equipment and systems may be located in poorly lighted and/or ventilated environments. Work Environment: The work is generally performed within the laboratories and workspaces, construction sites, warehouses, field-sites and other NCSCRL facilities. A portion of the work is in an office setting. During inspection of laboratories, there is possible exposure to grain dust and other possible allergens as well as chemical or other biological materials that may require the use of personal protective equipment. Personal decontamination with appropriate chemical disinfectants and frequent showers may be required.