You will assistant the Building Manager and provides occupants of both Federal Government buildings and privately leased space with safe, secure, clean, and sustainable facilities in which to conduct agency business, and may specialize in one or more program areas.
Location of Position: GSA, Public Buildings Service, Los Angeles Service Center, West Los Angeles field office, Los Angeles,CA
Summary
You will assistant the Building Manager and provides occupants of both Federal Government buildings and privately leased space with safe, secure, clean, and sustainable facilities in which to conduct agency business, and may specialize in one or more program areas.
Location of Position: GSA, Public Buildings Service, Los Angeles Service Center, West Los Angeles field office, Los Angeles,CA
Provides tenants with safe, secure, clean and sustainable facilities. Serves as customer agency advocate and first GSA point of contact.
Monitors efficient occupant space utilization, energy and water conservation, sustainability and environmental hazards programs, and fire and security protection.
Manages the building operations and maintenance personnel: monitors and evaluates performance of major building systems including HVAC, electrical, water distribution and fire life safety; adjust performance of systems as necessary to improve building energy and water efficiency and maintain proper indoor air quality,
Evaluates building structures, permanent interiors, furniture, equipment, and the maintenance, repair, cleaning of building structures, and permanent interiors elements.
Serves as Contracting Officer’s Representative: performs pre-occupancy and transition tasks including reviewing space requests; participating in market surveys and design kickoff/acceptance meetings; prepares lessor transition and customer welcome packages; provides past performance information, performs space condition inspections, key collection, and coordinates overtime utility services and payments.
Provides contract administration and lease management services to ensure compliance with the scope, terms, and conditions of the lease.
Investigates complaints and interprets lease provisions to ensure equity for the Government and lessor.
Explains, promotes and implements GSA property management policies, procedures and methods involving services provided to tenants and lessors, to include: equipment maintenance, repair and/or replacement, reimbursable services, building repairs and alterations, new or revised space requirements, energy utilization, building sustainability, safety and environmental issues, concessions and other amenities, security, child care facilities and services, overtime utilities and other GSA programs/operations.
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
the exact dates you held each job (from month/day/year to month/day/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
Grade level of positions held.
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-09 salary range starts at $60,415.00 per year, if you meet the following qualifications. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
To qualify, you must demonstrate that you meet one of the following:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level of the Federal service. Specialized experience assisting in managing office buildings or other office complexes including improving customer and client agency satisfaction with building services; assisting in negotiation of service contracts and lease provisions; assisting in the preparation of service contracts; assisting in development of maintenance programs; monitoring building operations, maintenance, repair, custodial, recycling, environmental management and alterations, etc. to ensure compliance with agency requirements and industry standards; and assisting with inspections of designated space or facilities; OR
a master's or equivalent level degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level related graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or JD. Such education must be related to the position and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work; OR,
a combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.
The GS-11 salary range starts at $73,096.00 per year. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. To qualify, you must demonstrate:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience assisting in the management of large office buildings or large office complexes including improving customer and client agency satisfaction with building services; assisting in negotiation of service contracts and lease provisions; preparing service contracts; assisting in development of maintenance programs; evaluating and monitoring building operations, maintenance, repair, custodial, recycling, environmental management and alterations, etc. to ensure compliance with agency requirements and industry standards; assisting with budget formulation and execution; and conducting inspections of designated space or facilities; OR
Related Education may be substituted for specialized experience: 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. To be qualifying, graduate education must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; OR
A combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.
Additional information
We are also accepting applications from all U.S. Citizens and Nationals under Vacancy Announcement #20PBSA288TLMP. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.
Bargaining Unit status: AFGE
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Skill in interpersonal relations & written/oral communications to explain, evaluate, & negotiate; coordinate work efforts; present info & conduct meetings.
- Knowledge of qualitative/quantitative techniques & statistical interpretation to perform extensive coordination & fact-finding; evaluate information, & make decisions/recommendations.
- Knowledge of Federal acquisition & property mgmt regulations including lease administration; specific knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) related to Simplified Acquisition procedures.
- Knowledge of administration of lease contracts & space alterations.
- Program knowledge of building management operations to include mechanical/electrical/plumbing/roofing/structural matters & the maintenance of those systems; elevators; operations & energy conservation; custodial & waste mgmt; recycling; art & historic preservation; space alterations; safety, emergency mgmt, environmental mgmt & concessions.
- Knowledge of building automation systems, advanced metering, CMMS, & related smart building technologies.
- Ability to integrate knowledge of legal, engineering, architecture, fire & life safety, physical security, food service, finance, asset preservation, HVAC, environment, cost estimation, contracting, lease management to meet technical requirements & respond to client needs.
- Ability to plan/schedule/balance all technical aspects of multiple tenant requirements to fulfill client agency needs; knowledge of building operational requirements to assess the feasibility & impact of space moves & alterations & minimize adverse impact.
- Knowledge of building construction, modernization, modification & maintenance requirements to establish & administer management controls/procedures for technical service operations.
- Working knowledge of financial principles, concepts & practices, budgetary formulation & execution processes.
- Ability to use strategic thinking in planning for facilities, assets & resources.
Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions. If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans' preference:
Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1)completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources
77 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans' preference:
Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1)completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources
77 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
