See CONDITIONS and QUALIFICATIONS for important information about this position.
Advises, directs, facilitates, coordinates, plans, prioritizes, develops, determines and makes recommendations on all aspects of maintaining and operating facilities and infrastructure systems of agency occupied facilities.
See DUTIES for additional responsibilities of this position.
See CONDITIONS and QUALIFICATIONS for important information about this position.
Advises, directs, facilitates, coordinates, plans, prioritizes, develops, determines and makes recommendations on all aspects of maintaining and operating facilities and infrastructure systems of agency occupied facilities.
See DUTIES for additional responsibilities of this position.
Vacancy is open to SSA DCBFM employees only. This position is not authorized to be filled virtually or through outstationing. The Official Duty Station (ODS) will be SSA-HQ, Woodlawn, Maryland. To participate in telework, you must reside within a 2-hour commute to the ODS.
Work includes oversight of building management, maintenance and operations programs, equipment repair, facility renovation, improvement activities, energy conservation, contract administration, budgeting and staffing.
The supervisory work and related managerial responsibilities constitute a major duty occupying at least 25 percent of the incumbent's time.
Assists Division Director in developing comprehensive evaluations for facility operations, budgetary requirements, employee staffing levels and materials needed to maintain facility operations.
Directs and oversees employees required to respond to building emergencies throughout agency facilities for floods, fire alarms, fire suppression system issues, electric concerns, water problems, natural gas emergencies and natural disasters
Oversees technical, programmatic and administrative development/implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines to enhance a positive impact on agency buildings operations, management, renovation, maintenance, repair and health and safety.
Evaluates policies and guidelines to ensure effectiveness.
Assists the Division Director in developing and implementing a budget for operating funds. Employs process controls to manage allocated funds. Implements administrative tools to track spending.
Directs and oversees employees to provide professional expert advice and appropriate services to agency employees, other agency components, external government agencies and contractors.
Advises the Division Director and management on a full range of building management issues related to agency infrastructure and ongoing operations.
All application materials must be received by the closing date. All application forms submitted become the property of SSA Human Resources. Requests for copies of application documents will not be accepted.
Applicants must be in good standing. Applicants must have a fully successful rating of record. Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed.
This position involves specific physical efforts, working conditions, shift requirements and/or protective gear requirements as described under QUALIFICATIONS below.
This is an emergency / mission-critical position. You may be called to work after-hours, on weekends and holidays.
Your SSA-45 must show your permanent duty assignment (DC and Office Level) and, if applicable, your temporary duty assignment (DC and Office Level) to demonstrate that you meet AOC requirements.
See QUALIFICATIONS and ADDITIONAL INFORMATION for important information about this position.
See HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS and HOW TO APPLY for more information on submitting your application.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for this GS-13 Supervisory Building Manager (Branch Chief)you must have at least 52 weeks of Specialized Experience.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must have been gained in a federal position at or above GS-12 OR (if your position/experience is in another federal pay scale or outside of federal service) by performing duties at a level equivalent to those performed in a federal position at or above GS-12.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is work that primarily consists of directing, coordinating and/or overseeing building operations, maintenance, repair and improvement projects.
If you have this experience, your resume must describe, in your own words, the duties you perform that demonstrate it.
Reviewers cannot assume you perform duties you don't describe.
Since Specialized Experience also has a time component, it must be evident that the duties you describe are at the required level for at least 52 weeks.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
TYPICAL DUTIES THAT DEMONSTRATE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE INCLUDE:
(1) managing building services activities designed to promote occupant comfort and safety;
(2) conducting interior and exterior inspections of building systems;
(3) identifying and resolving building operation needs (e.g., maintenance, repair, new construction, or equipment),
(4) developing plans for minor repair and improvement projects;
(5) providing technical advice on building services contracts;
(6) writing specifications for construction, maintenance, or custodial services contracts;
(7) applying knowledge of building management programs and procedures;
(8) recommending resources to devote to repair, alteration and maintenance projects and
(9) working in conjunction with the activities of contractors.
Applicants for promotion must have at least 52 weeks at GS-12. Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
This position does not have an educational requirement.
Education cannot be used in lieu of (or in combination with) Specialized Experience to meet Minimum Qualifications.
Additional information
The Area of Consideration (AOC) for this vacancy is DCBFM Competitive Service employees. Your SSA-45 must show your permanent duty assignment (DC Level and Office Level) and, if applicable, your temporary duty assignment (DC Level and Office Level) to demonstrate this eligibility.
Excepted Service employees in the AOC currently serving under (1) a Schedule A appointment for individuals with disabilities OR (2) a time-limited appointment for 30% or more disabled veterans, who meet other eligibility and qualification requirements, may apply using current Excepted Service status in lieu of meeting the requirement for Competitive Service status. Applicants serving under these appointment types should not submit disability or veteran's documents but must submit the appointment SF-50 received at the time of hire. Disabled employees and veterans in the Competitive Service are already eligible to apply and do not need to provide evidence of veterans or disability status. Veterans Preference will not be considered under this vacancy announcement.
NOTE: Employees serving under Schedule A appointments for Attorneys or other Excepted Service appointments (e.g., Pathways Programs such as Presidential Management Fellows, Recent Graduates or Interns) are not eligible for consideration.
See block 34 of your most recent SF-50 to confirm type of service.
"1" means you should file as a competitive service employee, even if you are disabled and/or a veteran.
"2" means you should refer to the SF-50 you received when you were hired to see if your appointment-type matches one of those listed above. If so, you should file as an eligible excepted service employee; if not, you are not eligible to apply for this position.
OTHER NOTES:
See QUALIFICATIONS for information on qualifying for this position.
See HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS and HOW TO APPLY for information on applying for this position.
This is a non-bargaining unit position to be filled under the provisions of the Management Officials Promotion Plan. The best-qualified list for this vacancy may be used to fill the same or similar positions in a component(s) under the same Deputy Commissioner. Additional selections may be made within 6 months of the date the best qualified list is issued.
This position is on a full-time, flex-time schedule and may be eligible for an Alternate Work Schedule (AWS).
Telework may be approved after all conditions for telework have been met.
This position is not authorized to be filled virtually or through outstationing. The Official Duty Station (ODS) for this position is SSA-HQ Woodlawn, Maryland. To participate in telework, you must reside within a 2-hour commute to this ODS.
This is an emergency / mission-critical position. You may be called to work after-hours, on weekends and holidays.
Relocation expenses will not be paid; salary will be set in accordance with locality pay provisions.
You may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period for supervisors unless you previously completed one or served in such a position before August 11, 1979.
This is a moderate-risk public trust position. You may be required to complete SF-85P (Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions) to have the appropriate investigation conducted.
Location of Position:
Office of Facilities and Logistics Management (OFLM)
Office of Building Operations (OBM)
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
(1) Eligibility will be based on your claim under the ELIGIBILITY SECTION at the beginning of the online questionnaire, in addition to your responses to Question #1 (AOC / Assignment), Question #2 (Appointment) and Question #3 (Appraisal).
You will not receive further consideration if you
-- don't choose an Eligibility at the beginning of the online questionnaire,
-- choose an incorrect Eligibility at the beginning of the online questionnaire,
-- provide a response that indicates you are not eligible,
-- fail to provide documents to support your claim OR
-- are otherwise found ineligible during this part of the review.
Only applicants who meet eligibility requirements will be evaluated.
(2) If rated 'eligible' you will receive a score based on your responses to the online experience questions.
It is not sufficient to make claims in the questionnaire that are not supported in your SSA-45.
(3) If you are among the highest-ranking applicants based on your score, your resume will be reviewed by HR to determine if you demonstrate the Specialized Experience required for this position.
RESUME or SSA-45: Describe duties you perform that meet the Specialized Experience required for this position (see QUALIFICATIONS), as well as duties that demonstrate the following as they relate to the Specialized Experience. Duties not clearly described cannot be credited.
-- Skill in managing building operations, construction projects and/or service contracts (possible 28 points)
-- Skill in applying laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards for managing buildings operations, construction projects, and/or service contracts (possible 16 points)
-- Knowledge of building management budget policies and programs (possible 28 points)
-- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships (possible 16 points)
-- Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing (possible 16 points)
Total Possible Points = 104
SEE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS for more resume requirements.
(4) The highest-ranked applicants who demonstrate the IOR and Specialized Experience will be referred to the hiring manager and applicable documents will be forwarded for further review.
Your claimed knowledge, skills and abilities are subject to verification by the selecting official. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation or to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed experience.
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.
Resume - all applicants (you may use SSA-45) (see below) SF-50 -- recommended for all applicants; required for Excepted Service employees
DOCUMENTS PREVIOUSLY UPLOADED TO YOUR USAJOBS ACCOUNT MAY BE OUTDATED AND CAN CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONSIDERATION.
RESUME or SSA-45must include:
-- your name and contact information
-- your permanent duty assignment (DC Level and Office Level)
-- your temporary duty assignment, if applicable (DC Level and Office Level)
For each federal position you must include:
-- your pay scale and pay grade
-- the full-performance-level of the position
For all positions, you must include:
-- full start and stop dates (month/day/year) - if you no longer hold a position, it must show an ending date
-- a clear description of the duties you perform(ed), especially as they relate to the Specialized Experience required for this position.
Since Specialized Experience has a time component, it must be evident that the duties you describe are at the required level for at least 52 weeks.
Information not specifically stated in your resume cannot be assumed. Information copied or restated from the announcement or rating criteria will not be considered. If this occurs, you may be found ineligible.
Do not simply list projects on which you worked or list experience in terms of accomplishments or achievements. You must describe, in your own words, the duties you perform that pertain to the requirements for this position.
An affirmative response to the online questionnaire is not sufficient to demonstrate experience.
See QUALIFICATIONS and HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED for information on what your resume must demonstrate.
NOTE: If you choose to provide optional narrative responses to the experience questions, it is recommended that you first complete your resume or SSA-45 (which must demonstrate that you have the required experience at the required grade level for the required period of time) and then provide narrative responses in a separate document.
Do not submit narrative responses in lieu of a properly completed resume / SSA-45 or use narrative responses as your description of duties.
SF-50 - recommended for all applicants; required for Excepted Service employees
-- Competitive Service employees should submit the SF-50 that places you in your current position.
-- Excepted Service employees should submit the SF-50 you received when you were hired AND the SF-50 placing you in your current position.
Employees' Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed for purposes of obtaining missing or incomplete information. You will be evaluated only on the documents you submit.
(1) Click APPLY to create a USAJobs Account or log into your existing account.
(2) Confirm that your USAJobs Biographic Information is correct.
(3) Follow prompts to complete the questionnaire and upload required documents.
(4) Click Submit My Answers at the end of the process.
(5) "View/Print My Answers" to confirm you have answered every question as intended AND
(6) print a copy of the announcement for your reference if you are called for an interview (optional)
READ "NEXT STEPS" FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
Applications must be received by 11:59 pm (EST) January 17, 2025 and must include:
(1)responses to online questionnaire
(2) uploaded resume (SSA employees may use SSA-45)
(3) uploaded eligibility documents (see Required Documents)
The questionnaire takes about 15 minutes. Answer all questions and follow instructions. Your score will be based on your responses. Errors or omissions may affect your overall evaluation.
It is not sufficient to make claims in the questionnaire that are not supported in your resume.
See QUALIFICATIONS, HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS before you submit your application.
We cannot accept documents submitted via email, fax, or standard mail, but you may email inquiries about the position or How to Apply PRIOR TO the closing of the announcement.
Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities may use the listed email or 7-1-1 for TTY-based Telecommunications Relay Services to call the listed phone number. Additional Telecommunications Relay Services options are available in each state: https://www.fcc.gov/general/trs-state-and-territories
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: http://ssai.usajobs.gov. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g., your personal computer, etc.).
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Statements --Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire, or your resume is subject to verification. By submitting your application, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
DCBFM - OFLM
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
US
Next steps
Incorrect information in your USAJobs Account means you may not receive important emails pertaining to this announcement. SSA/HR is not responsible if outdated information in your USAJobs Account causes you to miss emailed notifications or job offers.
No matter what information is provided on your resume, HR and USAStaffing can only contact you using the information in your USAJobs Account. Your Biographic Information for this vacancy cannot be changed once your application has been submitted.
If you applied correctly and provided a valid email address in your Biographic Information, you will receive an Acknowledgement of Occupational Questionnaire. This is not an indication that your application is complete. Follow the instructions in the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" sections to ensure that you submit a complete application.
HR cannot provide copies of announcements or application documents to you.
You are responsible for verifying that your application is complete and your documents have been properly submitted.
After applications are evaluated, a Best Qualified List will be issued and you will be notified of your status (e.g., highly qualified and referred to the selecting official; qualified but not referred; or ineligible).
INTERVIEWS may or may not be conducted, but if an interview is desired, it will be scheduled by the hiring office and a representative from that office will contact you directly.
HR will not have information pertaining to the scheduling of interviews and cannot provide feedback pertaining to completed interviews.
For a status of your application, go to your USAJobs account. Select Application Status then More Information to see if updates are available.
Updates will not be available during the interview/selection process, which may take up to 90 days.
After selections have been completed, final notices will be sent to applicants who were referred to the selecting official. Applicants who are not referred will not receive a final notice.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Resume - all applicants (you may use SSA-45) (see below) SF-50 -- recommended for all applicants; required for Excepted Service employees
DOCUMENTS PREVIOUSLY UPLOADED TO YOUR USAJOBS ACCOUNT MAY BE OUTDATED AND CAN CAUSE YOU TO LOSE CONSIDERATION.
RESUME or SSA-45must include:
-- your name and contact information
-- your permanent duty assignment (DC Level and Office Level)
-- your temporary duty assignment, if applicable (DC Level and Office Level)
For each federal position you must include:
-- your pay scale and pay grade
-- the full-performance-level of the position
For all positions, you must include:
-- full start and stop dates (month/day/year) - if you no longer hold a position, it must show an ending date
-- a clear description of the duties you perform(ed), especially as they relate to the Specialized Experience required for this position.
Since Specialized Experience has a time component, it must be evident that the duties you describe are at the required level for at least 52 weeks.
Information not specifically stated in your resume cannot be assumed. Information copied or restated from the announcement or rating criteria will not be considered. If this occurs, you may be found ineligible.
Do not simply list projects on which you worked or list experience in terms of accomplishments or achievements. You must describe, in your own words, the duties you perform that pertain to the requirements for this position.
An affirmative response to the online questionnaire is not sufficient to demonstrate experience.
See QUALIFICATIONS and HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED for information on what your resume must demonstrate.
NOTE: If you choose to provide optional narrative responses to the experience questions, it is recommended that you first complete your resume or SSA-45 (which must demonstrate that you have the required experience at the required grade level for the required period of time) and then provide narrative responses in a separate document.
Do not submit narrative responses in lieu of a properly completed resume / SSA-45 or use narrative responses as your description of duties.
SF-50 - recommended for all applicants; required for Excepted Service employees
-- Competitive Service employees should submit the SF-50 that places you in your current position.
-- Excepted Service employees should submit the SF-50 you received when you were hired AND the SF-50 placing you in your current position.
Employees' Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed for purposes of obtaining missing or incomplete information. You will be evaluated only on the documents you submit.
(1) Click APPLY to create a USAJobs Account or log into your existing account.
(2) Confirm that your USAJobs Biographic Information is correct.
(3) Follow prompts to complete the questionnaire and upload required documents.
(4) Click Submit My Answers at the end of the process.
(5) "View/Print My Answers" to confirm you have answered every question as intended AND
(6) print a copy of the announcement for your reference if you are called for an interview (optional)
READ "NEXT STEPS" FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
Applications must be received by 11:59 pm (EST) January 17, 2025 and must include:
(1)responses to online questionnaire
(2) uploaded resume (SSA employees may use SSA-45)
(3) uploaded eligibility documents (see Required Documents)
The questionnaire takes about 15 minutes. Answer all questions and follow instructions. Your score will be based on your responses. Errors or omissions may affect your overall evaluation.
It is not sufficient to make claims in the questionnaire that are not supported in your resume.
See QUALIFICATIONS, HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS before you submit your application.
We cannot accept documents submitted via email, fax, or standard mail, but you may email inquiries about the position or How to Apply PRIOR TO the closing of the announcement.
Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities may use the listed email or 7-1-1 for TTY-based Telecommunications Relay Services to call the listed phone number. Additional Telecommunications Relay Services options are available in each state: https://www.fcc.gov/general/trs-state-and-territories
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: http://ssai.usajobs.gov. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g., your personal computer, etc.).
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Statements --Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire, or your resume is subject to verification. By submitting your application, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
DCBFM - OFLM
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
US
Next steps
Incorrect information in your USAJobs Account means you may not receive important emails pertaining to this announcement. SSA/HR is not responsible if outdated information in your USAJobs Account causes you to miss emailed notifications or job offers.
No matter what information is provided on your resume, HR and USAStaffing can only contact you using the information in your USAJobs Account. Your Biographic Information for this vacancy cannot be changed once your application has been submitted.
If you applied correctly and provided a valid email address in your Biographic Information, you will receive an Acknowledgement of Occupational Questionnaire. This is not an indication that your application is complete. Follow the instructions in the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" sections to ensure that you submit a complete application.
HR cannot provide copies of announcements or application documents to you.
You are responsible for verifying that your application is complete and your documents have been properly submitted.
After applications are evaluated, a Best Qualified List will be issued and you will be notified of your status (e.g., highly qualified and referred to the selecting official; qualified but not referred; or ineligible).
INTERVIEWS may or may not be conducted, but if an interview is desired, it will be scheduled by the hiring office and a representative from that office will contact you directly.
HR will not have information pertaining to the scheduling of interviews and cannot provide feedback pertaining to completed interviews.
For a status of your application, go to your USAJobs account. Select Application Status then More Information to see if updates are available.
Updates will not be available during the interview/selection process, which may take up to 90 days.
After selections have been completed, final notices will be sent to applicants who were referred to the selecting official. Applicants who are not referred will not receive a final notice.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
