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FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Department of the Navy
United States Fleet Forces Command

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

GS-09 - $62,020 - $80,624
GS-11 - $75,038 - $97,544

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
12/16/2025 to 12/18/2025
Salary
$62,020 to - $97,544 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Naval Base, Norfolk, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—ad-hoc telework at the discretion of management.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DE-12853856-26-ARB
Control number
852485800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. CITIZENS

Duties

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  • You will develop, implement, and perform a comprehensive facility operation, maintenance, repair assessment, safety inspection, and Capital Improvement for onsite specialized services.
  • You will conduct and attend periodic meetings and visit to identify any facility problems that have developed, to facilitate work execution, and to represent and provide advice on the supported tenant’s projects.
  • You will assist and brief supported tenants on the Public Works department organizations and how they work with regards to requesting work, funding jobs, and related policies.
  • You will screen, recommend classification to the Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (CNSL) chain of command and submit requests for minor and specific shop work, as well as contracted work and maintenance.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
  • You will be required to climb ladders and scaffolding.
  • 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.

Qualifications

GS-11:
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

  • Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a range of principles, concepts, and practices concerning equipment, facility, or service operations with complicated technical requirements that have no clear precedent or plan.
  • Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of management and organizational concepts, principles and practices as it relates to facility maintenance, infrastructure support equipment, construction safety principles, planning and budget planning, programming and execution.
  • Experience working with both military and civilian construction planning and programming. Working with clients and customers and the ability to translate user functional requirements into facility requirements is required.
  • Experience making oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner to senior level officials which includes the ability to prepare in-depth written reports that are organized, logical, and complete; and where applicable, be able to gather, analyze, and evaluate information concerning facility management processes, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate corrective actions or actions to improve economy and efficiency of operations.

GS-09:
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a range of principles, concepts, and practices concerning equipment, facility, or service operations under supervision.
  • Experience applying a comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of management and organizational concepts, principles and practices as it relates to facility maintenance, infrastructure support equipment, construction safety principles, planning and budget planning, programming and execution in progressively difficult assignments.
  • Experience collaborating with lead working with both military and civilian construction planning and programming. Working with clients and customers and the ability to translate user functional requirements into facility requirements is required.
  • Experience making oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner to designated lead or supervisor which includes the ability to prepare in-depth written reports that are organized, logical, and complete; and where applicable, be able to gather, analyze, and evaluate information concerning facility management processes, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate corrective actions or actions to improve economy and efficiency of operations.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Facility Operations Services Series 1640

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration.

GS-11:

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

or

3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree

or

LL.M., if related

GS-09:
master's or equivalent graduate degree

or

2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree

or

LL.B. or J.D., if related

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be combined to meet the total qualification requirements.

A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.

If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.

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