The Office of the Chief Operations Officer (OCOO), Campus Planning and Space Utilization Division is recruiting a Campus Planner with expertise in recommending efficient space adjacencies, security levels, work typologies to maximize density in existing space.
The Office of the Chief Operations Officer (OCOO), Campus Planning and Space Utilization Division is recruiting a Campus Planner with expertise in recommending efficient space adjacencies, security levels, work typologies to maximize density in existing space.
As a Campus Planner, GS-1601-13, typical work assignments may include:
Develops, reviews, evaluates, and processes space plans and actions and provides advice.
Works to consolidate unusually complicated and controversial requirement plans submitted by tenants of the White House Complex to identify options for leadership review.
Conducts interviews and discussions with client(s) to gather, coordinate and synthesize project requirements, and functional, operational, and cultural issues. Collaborates with other team members to gain business intelligence. Partners with other departments on move and relocation sequencing and execution.
Oversees the installation master plans which include the following: Presidential transition plans; major move/relocations due to large construction projects; plans and analyzes facilities and analytical reports relative to existing and future facilities' requirements; develops plans to accomplish reimbursable space alterations and building repairs in the White House Complex consistent with GSA's historic preservation guidelines and objectives
Coordinates on all matters pertaining to the space planning, including facilities planning and program development, capital repair, restoration, buildings improvement planning, contract administration, and development of budgetary resource requirements.
Provides allocation data in accordance with client Space Allocation Process.
Leads and maintain space data and changes in the system of record or documents.
Prepares block or stack plan(s); charter(s) and move lists. Responsible for reviewing and maintaining occupancy data within the system of record. May be required to manage space walks for validation and update of occupancy metrics.
Produces drawings and presentations for internal stakeholder(s) and client facing steering committee meetings for review and feedback.
Advises on all matters pertaining to the repair program planning, minor alterations and improvement, facilities inspections, energy management and facilities maintenance and repair service contracts.
Directs and administers all EOP space planning and programming and works with GSA on any future EOP leases.
Provides technical advice, assistance and direction to management for long term space plans.
Reviews and evaluates proposals from architects, engineers and managers and advises on the adequacy and suitability of plans for use in the facilities
Plans the effective and economical use of space assignment and space utilization.
Develop metrics, reports and dashboards to address requirements and support decision making process.
Conducts studies to plan the assignment of space to solve space problems and address space requests.
Reviews component's administrative space requirements against established EOP standards and recommends changes in space allocations. Reviews requests for alterations, modifications, and repair projects.
Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
Be able to obtain and maintain a TOP Secret security clearance
Subject to pre-employment and random drug test
Direct Deposit is required
Relocation expenses will not be paid
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Suitability for Federal employment.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Examples of specialized experience are:
For the GS-13:
You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates your ability to: 1) Utilizing technology such as AutoCAD and CAFM software (Manhattan, Archibus, Serraview, etc.) 2) Utilizing Microsoft excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and Power Point software; 3) Performing space drawings and occupancy data management 4) Developing and presenting solutions and space programs that aligns with requirements (including long range strategies).
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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.
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.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.
This position is in the Excepted Service, as such Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply.
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.
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.
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 which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.
Applicants should send their resume via email to MBX.OA.OCOO.Hiring@oa.eop.govby 11:59 PM (EST) on July 23, 2025 to receive consideration.
Resumes will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Office of Administration
725 17th Street
Washington, DC 20503
US
Next steps
Applicant resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the close date of the announcement. The most highly qualified candidates may be contacted directly for an interview.
If tentatively selected by the Hiring Manager, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to confirm you meet the basic and specialized experience requirements detailed above. Once qualification eligibility has been confirmed a tentative job offer will be extended.
After a tentative job offer, a security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Resume which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.
Applicants should send their resume via email to MBX.OA.OCOO.Hiring@oa.eop.govby 11:59 PM (EST) on July 23, 2025 to receive consideration.
Resumes will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Office of Administration
725 17th Street
Washington, DC 20503
US
Next steps
Applicant resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the close date of the announcement. The most highly qualified candidates may be contacted directly for an interview.
If tentatively selected by the Hiring Manager, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to confirm you meet the basic and specialized experience requirements detailed above. Once qualification eligibility has been confirmed a tentative job offer will be extended.
After a tentative job offer, a security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.