SUPERVISORY FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Duties As a SUPERVISORY FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, GS-1640-12 your duties are below. * Manages funds to support the maintenance and repair program. Identifies requirements, and develops and recommends operating budgets for maintenance, repair, and operations and maintenance minor construction programs. Develops and implements management control policies and procedures. Approves operating budget requests for fixed assets and consumable inventory. * Receives, investigates, and verifies installation maintenance requests to determine propriety and approves all requests for maintenance and repair. Provides policy guidance in development of program documents and informational data to support the long range maintenance program and the total construction program, which includes the development of program scope documents. Oversees the development of planning documents to determine general characteristics of projects by applying technical criteria outlined in related NGB publications and regulations. * Develops, provides guidance, and manages real property operations in all military department facilities. Oversees the development of maintenance methods, standards and techniques. Develops, implements and oversees the management of preventive maintenance programs to ensure life expectancy of operational facilities. Reviews historical data and writes reports to explain technical difficulties in maintaining facilities, and recommends solutions. Develops and implements policies and guidance for assisting building and facility managers in determining safe, effective, and economical use and operation of ARNG facilities. * Manages and directs the preparation of architectural and engineering drawings covering a broad range of maintenance modifications for existing ARNG facilities. Assists in the review of architect and engineer design and space criteria for economical utilization of facilities and equipment. * Manages and directs fire prevention and protection activities. Serves as facilities fire marshal. Coordinates with Federal, state, and local government agencies on matters concerning fire prevention, protection and suppression. Coordinates major facility maintenance and construction projects with the safety and occupational health office to ensure all safety factors are considered. Oversees routine inspections of existing facilities to ensure compliance with the Occupational, Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and contract specifications. * Implements, directs, and manages the Army Energy Program, Energy Savings, and Energy Conservation Investment Program. Oversees the preparation and monthly submission of installation utility data to the Defense Energy Information System Program. Develops policies and guidelines used to identify possible energy conservation measures and promotes utilization of the Energy Conservation Savings Program (ECSP) and Energy Conservation Programs (ECP). Keeps abreast of energy suppliers' policies as well as state and federal regulations. * Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the DoD Antiterrorism/Force Protection and Physical Security standards as applicable to facilities and facilities engineering activities. Coordinates with Federal, state, and local government agencies on matters concerning AT/FP and Physical Security to include site selection and location, access control, construction materials, stand-off separation distances, force protection levels, arms, ammunition and explosives (AAE) safety and security, physical and electronic barriers and vehicle and personnel inspection. * Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of subordinate personnel. These individuals may be on various types of employment status such as, technician, AGR, or state employees. Performs the full scope of supervisory personnel functions including the assignment of duties; participates in the interview and selection of employees; schedules and approves leave; ensures indoctrination of new employees; provides training; evaluates performance; initiates action to upgrade positions; and resolves disciplinary problems. * Performs other duties as assigned. D1123000 Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 10/02/2024 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS. Military Rank Requirements: Officers (O-2 to O-4), Warrant Officers (W2 to W4), and Enlisted members (E-7 to E-8). Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of equipment maintenance work, or skill in reading engineering drawings and specifications, using test instruments, making computations, and keeping records. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-1640-12: Must have at least 36 months experience in the following: * Experience, education or training which demonstrates the knowledge of, and skill in applying, a comprehensive range of principles, concepts, and practices concerning equipment, facility, or service operations with complicated technical requirements that have no clear precedent or plan. * Experience overseeing and implementing a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems. * Experience preparing budgets based on plans for maintenance, repair work, new construction alteration projects, replacement of existing equipment, or increase in services and processes to ensure program effectiveness. Education Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in fields listed below leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements. Education- Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration To receive credit for Education, you must provide college transcripts to support your Educational claims. Additional information ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx ). * Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position: * Knowledge and human relations skill to effectively administer all facets of a complex statewide physical plant maintenance program. * Knowledge of construction, standard building practices and physical plant management; including construction oversight, inspection, and facility maintenance programs. * Ability to function effectively in emergency situations and in an environment of constantly changing priorities. * Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications, to coordinate and monitor construction maintenance and repair projects, and formulate budgets. * Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our 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 b