Lead Space Management Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Management and Policy. This announcement is to fill one vacancy that may be located in any of the locations identified. The salary for this position will be adjusted based on the duty location. View the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) 2026 General Schedule (GS) Locality Pay Tables. Resumes must be no more than 2-pages in length.

Duties

The incumbent serves as the Lead Space Management Specialist, GS-0301-14, in the Office of Management and Policy (OMP), Office of Inspector General (OIG). The incumbent serves as a senior advisor on space management, facilities planning, and workplace modernization initiatives, leading headquarters and nationwide facilities projects, office relocations, and space utilization efforts. The incumbent provides technical guidance on project planning, design, and construction activities while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and supporting the delivery of efficient, cost-effective work environments. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing complex facilities and space management projects, evaluating current and future space requirements, monitoring project schedules and budgets, and developing recommendations that support organizational goals and operational needs. Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Education used as part of an application package will only be considered if complete transcripts are submitted and must be from an accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. To see if your institution is accredited, please follow this link: Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: (1) Providing technical advice and instructions on complex space management project matters, (2) advising on the design of space projects ensuring compliance with architectural design standards; AND (3) assisting in planning and execution of space projects to include monitoring and adjusting timelines, budget, and resources. 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. Your resume should include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement. How You Will Be Evaluated

Your eligibility for consideration will be determined based upon a review of your application package. Your resume will be evaluated by subject matter experts to determine if you possess the specialized experience required for this position and how well your background and experience relates to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies (KSA's). Architecture Planning and Evaluating Project Management Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the "Required Documents" section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application). To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101722 Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS/),Office of Inspector General (OIG) within the local commuting area(s) of the locations identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS OIG. Clearance of CTAP/RPL will be applied for similar positions across HHS/OIG. HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats. Other Information

Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses may not be authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus may not be offered. Repayment of student loans may not be offered. Private sector work experience may not be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual. Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Career Transition Program (CTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about CTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition. EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences. Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).