Duties

Summary

The USPS OIG is seeking a highly qualified applicant to fill our Facilities Project Management Specialist position on the Mission Support Team located in Arlington, VA.

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Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative expertise and coordination of the development, analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of various facility projects related to facility planning, building space criteria and project and program justifications. The employee works closely with stakeholders to plan the utilization of space and facilities for organizational operations and assists in the development of projects with internal management and stakeholders and provides recommendations based on financial feasibility and organizational needs.

Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on 01/28/2021 will be considered.

The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience.

This position is being advertised at the Specialist Band level, equivalent to a GS-14. The salary range for this position is $122,530.00 - $159,286.00. The salary figures includes locality pay.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations.

• Reviews and evaluates architectural, mechanical, and electrical plans and information such as drawings, sketches, or specifications to determine feasibility.
• Develops technical requests for proposals. Determines the project scope, requirements, resources and timeline. Evaluates bids submitted for technical accuracy and compliance with contract requirements and makes recommendations to management as needed.
• Conducts technical quality design reviews and ensures adherence to quality control processes, governmental regulations, Postal and OIG standards.
• Oversees the design, construction and close out process for construction projects. Provides program guidance, direction, and advice to employees within as well as outside the organizational unit.
• Ensures project requirements are defined, contracts and contract changes are negotiated, financially feasible and are compliant with the terms/conditions of the contract.
• Works with architects, engineers, contractors, construction representatives, and others involved in design and construction of OIG facilities. Conducts preconstruction and final acceptance meetings, conducts on-site inspections during the various project phases, and provides status report updates.
• Monitors project budget expenditures reconciles expenses and closes out/pays contracts.
• Coordinates and participates in the development and establishment of policies and procedures and the development of guidelines for program and project development and coordinates the analysis and evaluation of that development process.
• Provides tactical advice on all matters regarding facilities services, including methods, procedures and systems to increase overall effectiveness.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
14

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and medical assessment questionnaire.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain and maintain moderate background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued credit card
• May be required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher or 4 years specialized experience in performing project management activities such as work breakdown, resource estimating, project planning and scope development, project justification, alternative analysis, tracking/oversight, scheduling tasks, negotiating deliverables, project administration and status reporting.

AND

• At least 2 years of specialized experience in facilities program/project management to include collaborating with stakeholders in identifying, developing and addressing facility infrastructure requirements and preparing reports, plans and status updates for higher level management.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Postal Service policies and regulations applicable to real estate transactions and facilities management sufficient to analyze and resolve conflicts in policy and program objectives and/or problems.

EVALUATION FACTORS
You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume.

• Mastery of concepts, principles, regulations, and techniques needed to evaluate cost and economic data to identify alternatives, measure, and evaluate program accomplishments.
• Extensive knowledge of architecture, engineering, and building construction sufficient to specify, design, review and inspect repair and alteration work.
• Experience in preparing drafting and design documents such as scopes of work, diagrams and facility layouts utilizing software such as AutoCAD.
• Experience in performing project management activities such as work breakdown, resource estimating, project planning and scheduling, project justification, alternative analysis, tracking/oversight, scheduling tasks, negotiating deliverables, project administration and status reporting.
• Ability to work with, interpret and apply National and Local Codes (e.g., OSHA, building).
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to prepare, review, and provide rationale for recommendations, justifications, policies, and procedures.

You will no longer be considered for this position if you receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor.

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S. credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Additional information

Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the USPS OIG. We offer a broad array of benefits programs:

Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Care Insurances with Flexible Spending options.

For more information about these programs visit www.opm.gov/insure.

Retirement and Thrift Savings. For more information about these programs see www.opm.gov/retire and http://www.tsp.gov/.

Flexible Work Schedules. USPS OIG offers a range of family friendly flexibilities including flexible work schedules, telework and employee assistance programs.

Leave and Holidays. In addition to 10 paid holidays each year, you will earn 13 days of paid sick leave and 13 to 26 paid vacation days each year depending on your years of service.

For further information, please refer to our website at:
https://www.uspsoig.gov/frequently-asked-questions

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Exempt (Nonexempt employees are entitled to overtime pay; Exempt employees are not).

This agency provides Reasonable Accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please send an email to jobs@uspsoig.gov. The decision on granting an accommodation request will be made on a case by case basis.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Human Resources Office will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications required for this position. You will no longer be considered for this position if you: receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor; fail to attach all required documentation; if your application materials indicate that you are not minimally-qualified for this position; or if you fail to qualify on the interview. Only the top-rated candidates will be referred to a review official or the selecting official for further consideration. Top-rated applicants may be required to participate in an interview. Your rating may be further adjusted or rated as ineligible by the review official or the selecting official based on your interview performance. Once all applicant scores are finalized, the selecting official will make a final decision. NOTE: If you receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor or on the interview, you will be considered NOT MINIMALLY QUALIFIED for the position and rated ineligible.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Other

Drug test required
Yes

Required Documents

You must submit all required documents by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date of this announcement, Vacancy Announcement 2021-42-11003350-PC, by closing date 01/28/2021.

1. RESUME. When completing your online application or uploading your resume, you must categorize it as a "Resume" document).

2. UPLOAD SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS which may include:

Certificates or Licenses, if applicable. Upload and save as "Other" document. Veterans Preference Documentation. If you are claiming veterans preference you must submit the Member 4 copy of your DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and/or other proof of veterans preference eligibility including your VA letter, form SF-15 (www.opm.gov/forms) and all required documents related to your SF-15 claim. Veterans can request the Member 4 copy of their DD-214 at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records, and can download a copy of their VA letter from https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal/ebenefits.portal. (If applicable to you, you are required to upload each veterans' preference document and categorize as "DD-214" or "SF-15" or "Other Veterans Document") Reasonable Accommodation Documentation. If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found at http://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire .
• SF-50 if you are or have been a Federal employee to demonstrate tenure and competitive/excepted service for eligibility purposes. (If applicable to you, you are Required to upload each applicable SF-50 and categorize as a "SF-50" document.)

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.