Clarification from the agency

This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the Iowa Army National Guard. Military membership is required.

As a FACILITY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-1640-11 your duties are below.

1. Receives, verifies and coordinates approval of all initial ARNG requests for construction and maintenance/repair projects. Provides technical guidance in development of program documents and informational data to support the total construction program which includes the development of program scope documents. Develops planning documents to determine general characteristics of projects by applying technical criteria outlined in related National Guard Bureau (NGB) publications and regulations. Ensures that work orders are prepared and priorities determined to track planning and progress through to project completion. Prepares project estimates to include manpower and material costs.
2. Provides guidance on the development of facilities operations and maintenance methods, standards and techniques. Recommends and implements preventive maintenance procedures to ensure life expectancy of operational facilities. Prepares initial plans and specifications for alterations/repairs. Reviews historical maintenance data and writes reports to explain technical difficulties in maintaining facilities, and recommends useable solutions. Assists facility managers in determining safe, effective, and economical use and operation of ARNG facilities.
3. Investigates construction and maintenance requests to determine propriety. Determines the initial scope of minor and recurring construction projects through coordination and consultation with using agencies. Identifies and/or recommends appropriate funding sources. Reviews and processes programming documents to include project booklets, initial cost estimates for construction, maintenance, or repair of facilities.
4. Coordinates preparation of architectual and engineering drawings covering a broad range of modifications for existing ARNG facilities within the state. Assists in review of architect and engineer design and space criteria for economical utilization of facilities and equipment.
5. Implements the Army Energy Program, Energy Savings, and Energy Conservation Investment Program. Oversees the preparation and monthly submittal of installation utility data to the Defense Energy Information System Program. Identifies possible energy conservation measures and promotes utilization of the Energy Conservation Savings Program (ECSP) and Energy Conservation Program (ECP). Keeps abreast of energy suppliers' policies, and state and federal regulations. Interpretseconomic impact of energy laws and policies, and advises staff of such impact. Analyzes energy alternatives through a working knowledge of energy equivalents and conversions. Serves on Energy Conservation Committee and may conduct site visits to evaluate effectiveness of established programs.
6. Coordinates fire prevention and protection activities, and identifies security and fire safety equipment requirements. Monitors the intrusion detection system, and advises facility managers on security methods and standards.
7. May serve as administrator of the Major Capital Maintenance Rehab Program.
8. Coordinates with military, federal, state and local government agencies on matters concerning fire prevention, protection and suppression. Also coordinates major facility maintenance and construction projects ,with the Safety and Occupational Health Office to ensure all safety factors are considered. Performs routine inspections of existing and modified facilities to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and contract specifications.
9. Supervises one or two employees performing technical work within the Operations Branch. Selects or recommends selection for positions under his/her direct control. Prepares performance standards and formally appraises work of subordinates. Responsible for reviewing, accepting or amending work of subordinates and rejecting work not meeting established performance standards. Actively supports and promotes EEO, Upward Mobility and other special emphasis personnel programs. Maintains an effective position management program, and on an annual basis, reviews subordinate position descriptions to ensure positions are operating as intended and that duties and responsibilities are adequately reflected. Initiates personnel actions such as promotions, reassignments and performance recognitions. Approves and disapproves leave. Receives complaints and grievances and resolves those which can be informally resolved, and/or makes recommendation for resolution to appropriate officials.
10. Performs other duties as assigned D0536000

Conditions of employment

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.

APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 02/17/2026 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment.

Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.

Military Rank Requirements: ENLISTED MEMBERS (E-6 to E-7)

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of equipment maintenance work, or skill in reading engineering drawings and specifications, using test instruments, making computations, and keeping records. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-1640-11: Must haveexperience in the following:

• 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education or training which demonstrates the knowledge of, and skill in applying, a comprehensive range of principles, concepts, and practices concerning equipment, facility, or service operations with complicated technical requirements that have no clear precedent or plan.
• Experience overseeing and implementing a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems.
• Experience preparing budgets based on plans for maintenance, repair work, new construction alteration projects, replacement of existing equipment, or increase in services and processes to ensure program effectiveness.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:

1. Knowledge of energy equivalents and conversions
2. Knowledge of facilities operating capabilities and maintenance requirements
3. Knowledgeable of ARNG missions and objectives in applying guides to complex facility management situations
4. Ability to persuade users of facilities to utilize more economic and efficient methods of operations