FACILITY PLANNING AND SPACE MANAGEMENT (LEADER)

Summary

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will lead facility project planning and cradle-to-grave project management in support of DTRA objectives.

Duties

As a FACILITY PLANNING AND SPACE MANAGEMENT (LEADER) at the GS-0301-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as project manager and technical advisor for facility planning, design, acquisition, renovation, alteration, construction, maintenance, repair, and lease administration, including review of contractor designs, specifications, statements of work, and cost estimates. Leads the planning, management, and oversight of agency facilities, including office, warehouse, and specialized spaces, to ensure effective space utilization and support mission requirements. Conducts facility and space studies; analyzes current and projected requirements; develops recommendations and action plans; and coordinates validation of space needs, including requirements for facilities supporting chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive materials. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and technical guidance for building, space, and facilities management programs, ensuring consideration of applicable United States, foreign government, host nation, and treaty-related requirements. Manages facility program resources and budgeting by developing facility requirements within the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process, forecasting funding needs, monitoring execution, and adjusting program documentation to reflect changing requirements. Oversees furniture and workspace design, procurement, modification, and installation, and directs building operations, maintenance activities, support agreements, and related service functions to promote safe, efficient, and effective work environments. Leads the work of a team by communicating mission goals and priorities, assigning and balancing workload, coaching employees on problem solving and work methods, monitoring progress and quality, supporting training and development, and representing team needs and consensus to management. Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Managing or providing oversight of the design, approval, or construction of layouts and facilities (particularly those housing CBRNE materials) Serving as a project manager or technical expert for facility acquisition, renovation, or construction projects (including reviewing contractor designs, developing cost estimates, administering contracts or work orders, reviewing real estate leases) Conducting studies to determine office or warehouse space requirements and tenant improvements Leading a team by identifying, distributing, or balancing workloads and tasks according to skill level or priorities to ensure timely completion of projects.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the PATCO Competency Based Assessments (CBA) system. This additional online assessment is required and must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for the PATCO CBA. Your results will be kept on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require the same PATCO CBA. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. NOTE: If the PATCO CBA is altered within a year of your last application, you will be required to take the new PATCO CBA. If no additional online assessments are required, you will receive an OPM notification stating "It has been determined that you have completed all required online assessments and your application is complete. No further action is required." Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the (RGP) eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible (PPP DoD MRNG):In order to receive this preference, you must choose the (PPP DoD MRNG) eligibility, and fill out and submit the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation. Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) (PPP MSP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the(MSP) (PPP MSP) eligibility. If you are claiming MSP (PPP MSP) and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Other Information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).