Operations Specialist
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
The Operations Specialist position resides in the Policy Plans and Requirements (PPR) Directorate of the White House Military Office (WHMO) and manages coordinates and overseas the operation of a joint military office facility.
The incumbent serves as the Senior Facility Operations Specialist who manages oversees and administers requirements for a critical facility which includes Collateral and SCIF work typical work assignments may include the following:
Serve as the senior technical advisor and operations specialist for a critical facility overseeing the planning execution and administration of all sustainment service and maintenance activities for systems including security HVAC IT and infrastructure.
Develop and manage long-term operational plans including preventative maintenance schedules space utilization strategies physical security protocols and budget forecasting to ensure the facility remains fully functional and mission-ready.
Manage and provide expert oversight for a comprehensive multi-disciplinary security program for the facility including managing access controls processing security clearance documentation conducting inspections and leading cross-functional collaboration on all security-related matters.
Serve as the organizations expert on facility management representing the office in policy development panels providing guidance on regulations and managing the administration of facility leases and contracts.
Plan direct and coordinate the overall goals objectives and funding of assigned programs and projects including preparing Statements of Work (SOW) for sustainment contracts and serving as the Budget Line Manager (BLM).
Serve as a Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for a variety of high-value facility contracts overseeing acquisition planning scope development cost estimating quality management and technical acceptance for new construction services and system modernization projects.
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment
- Required to participate in the direct deposit program
- This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
- This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP components. A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority
- This position requires you to file an OGE Form 450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon appointment and annually thereafter
- Prior to reporting for duty the incumbent must be approved for Presidential Support Duty (PSD) in accordance with Department of Defense Directive 5210.55 (PSD Category II minimum)
- Prior to selection the applicant must be pre-screened for PSD suitability. The applicant must obtain and maintain PSD approval to remain eligible to hold the position
You may qualify at the GS-13 level if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your experience:
- Managing the daily operations of a critical facility such as overseeing sustainment service and maintenance activities for systems such as HVAC security and IT communications; and
- Developing and implementing comprehensive facility management programs such as those for preventative maintenance space utilization physical security and property accountability; and
- Serving as a primary point of contact for a facilitys multi-disciplinary security program which includes managing access controls processing security clearance documentation conducting inspections and making recommendations for corrective actions.
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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.
Your resume may not exceed two (2) pages. For qualifications determinations it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the duration of your creditable experience for qualification requirements you will be removed from consideration.
Read more about what should I include in my federal resume at DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans disabled veterans and preference eligible when they submit as part of their application package a certification of active service in lieu of a DD-214 indicating the service member is otherwise eligible and will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of submission.. A certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. This certification must include your rank dates of active duty service type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable) and date any terminal leave will begin. It must be signed by or by direction of the adjutant personnel officer or commander of your unit or higher headquarters. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid certification of service with their initial application will be found not eligible. Members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if they are on terminal leave.
All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.
Education cannot be substituted for experience.
Probationary Periods: As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest 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.
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.
Reemployed Annuitants: Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. / or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110 an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
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.
Required Experience:
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