Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist

• Plans directs implements supervises and monitors facility operations including building and grounds maintenance utilities equipment maintenance life safety operations and preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Plans develops monitors and serves as Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for facility support contracts and manages renovation and construction activities from planning through completion.
• Reviews work requests develops preliminary cost estimates establishes priorities identifies funding sources and prepares and manages the annual facilities program budget.
• Develops and implements facility processes and procedures in accordance with applicable Federal State Tribal health fire safety Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
• Conducts facility inspections and risk assessments; identifies deficiencies develops solutions and corrective actions and ensures construction and renovation projects comply with applicable requirements.
• Supervises facility personnel by assigning and evaluating work establishing priorities and performance standards approving leave and personnel actions addressing performance and disciplinary matters and providing technical and administrative direction.
• Coordinates facility activities with healthcare staff contractors vendors utility companies government agencies Tribal authorities and other stakeholders.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
You must possess and maintain a valid State drivers license.

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.

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Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.
Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following:

• Managing or coordinating facility operations and maintenance activities including preventive and corrective maintenance of facilities building systems utilities or equipment.
• Planning and coordinating facility maintenance renovation or construction projects including project requirements contractor activities or regulatory compliance.
• Analyzing facility maintenance construction or operational problems and developing solutions or corrective actions.