The position is located in Space and Facilities Management (SFM), Office of the Chief Administrative Services Officer (OCASO), Federal Trade Commission (FTC). OCASO provides agency-wide management and services for facilities and real property management, physical security, operations and emergency response management, and other general administrative operations including mail, office supplies, PIV badging, office assignment, and stenographic services that support the mission of the FTC.
Summary
The position is located in Space and Facilities Management (SFM), Office of the Chief Administrative Services Officer (OCASO), Federal Trade Commission (FTC). OCASO provides agency-wide management and services for facilities and real property management, physical security, operations and emergency response management, and other general administrative operations including mail, office supplies, PIV badging, office assignment, and stenographic services that support the mission of the FTC.
Current Federal employees; former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility; well qualified displaced and surplus Federal employees in the local commuting area; individuals eligible for special hiring authorities and veterans who are eligible for special hiring authorities.
The Director of Space and Facilities Management (SFM) plans, supervises, and the coordinates matters pertaining to mission functions as they relate to internal workspaces within the entire FTC real estate portfolio and the Space and Facilities Management Department. This position will assess and improve complex processes and systems associated with design and alterations of interior spaces to meet functional and aesthetic needs of the Commission's wide range of real estate that includes commercial, federal, and historical buildings, by supervising department staff, identifying, researching, and creatively solving issues pertaining to the function and quality of workspaces for the new hybrid workforce environment. This includes the following duties and responsibilities:
Monitors, tracks, and manages physical space inventory for the FTC. Strategically considers layout, workflow, storage, and aesthetics to create workspaces that aligns with the agency's intended purpose.
Forecasts future real estate needs and floor plan layouts to the Chief Administrative Officer after conducting in-depth space analysis and studies related to the utilization of all FTC facilities.
Strategically solves space utilization challenges to create a better workplace experience for FTC employees through effective space planning, implementation, tracking and reporting.
Prioritizes space management planning to understand physical space usage, access and analyze real-time space data for insights, ensuring efficient space usage to reduce operational costs.
Reviews and analyzes space usage trends and preferences to develop strategic approaches to space management. Implements changes that boosts efficiency, minimizes vacancies, expands, or shrinks workspaces, while remaining compliant with agency standards and culture.
Leads the acquisition or disposal of real property for the agency along with negotiating leases for federal or commercial properties.
Approves drawings and project specifications for the design of interior spaces for large and small projects that enhance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of employees and the public for all Commission facilities located in federally owned or leased buildings.
Responsible for determinations concerning contract awards or other major aspects of design work to be performed by contracted architectural firms or design companies in the private sector.
Implements standards and criteria for designs of FTC commercial leased or federal owned buildings and related structures where compliance with State laws is essential for occupancy.
Uses AutoCAD software to review Space Management architectural drawings for accuracy, proper furniture placement and building code compliance. Redlines errors for corrections and provides deadlines where appropriate to maintain project schedules and meet design requirements.
Oversees the Facilities Operations of the Headquarters building and the Occupational Safety and Health program for the Commission to ensure inspections, annual reports, and case reporting occurs promptly for all agency occupants, locally and regionally.
Oversees the warehouse and furniture services program for the Commission, which includes properly procuring, maintaining, inventorying, storing, and disposing of office furniture products, per GSA guidelines and agency requirements; and providing delivery and removal services that meet agency requests and customer satisfaction.
Ensures the Space and Facilities Management Department serves as the lead on agency relocation projections for prospectus and non-prospectus projects in accordance with GSA guidelines by coordinating move requirements with local building managers, regional directors, other agency departments, GSA representatives, and contracted personnel.
Develops short and long-term budgets including budget justifications, budget proposals, and progress reports for FTC and GSA projects, long-range requirements for recurring and nonrecurring reimbursable services, and has work authorizations issued for such services related to interior space projects and/or tasks where applicable.
Ensures the Space and Facilities Management Department serves as the primary point of contact for all regional office issues or concerns with local building managers and GSA representatives and provides support in accordance with the request for services to include scheduling after-hours HVAC, furniture removal and provisions and space reconfiguration services.
U.S. citizenship requirement must be met by the closing date of this vacancy.
This position is subject to a background investigation.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Service.
The position may be subject to completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods are an extension of the hiring process.
If selected for this position, the agency will evaluate your fitness and whether continuation of employment advances the public interest before extending your appointment beyond the one-year probationary period.
You must submit a copy of your performance appraisal with your application.
You must meet time-in-grade requirement by the closing date of this vacancy.
This position is not in the bargaining unit.
Qualifications
To qualify for a Supervisory Program Manager at the GS-15 level, you must meet the following requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
Assessing and improving complex processes and systems associated with associated with the interior design process and space renovations to meet agency and user requirements for commercial, federal, and historical buildings, by supervising department staff, identifying, researching, and creatively solving various industry issues.
Formulating projects, assessing program effectiveness; and investigating a variety of unusual conditions, problems; acquiring or disposing of real property and negotiating real property agreements for federal or commercial properties.
Serves as a major team member who uses expertise to brief senior leadership to brief senior leadership on all areas related to space planning, programs of requirements, designs, renovations, and the implementation of construction projects while submitting long-range plans for the acquisition, renovations, and modernization of space.
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, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
There is no education substitute at this level.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 87 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
For more information visit: ICTAP/CTAP
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.
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.
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.
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 qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Performance Appraisals: In the evaluation process, due weight will be given to job related experience, education, training, incentive awards and performance appraisals. Applicants must have a performance rating of at least the equivalent of fully successful to be eligible for promotion or placement. Applicants may provide a copy of a performance appraisal of record dated within the last 18 months. If the applicant is unable to provide a performance appraisal of record dated within the last 18 months, the applicant may provide a written explanation as to why.
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.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete application package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Cover Letter, optional
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education
- Most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
- DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
- Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
FEDERAL APPLICANTS: You must submit SF-50(s) that verify your highest competitive grade, full performance level, and eligibility as a federal applicant. DO NOT submit an award SF-50 as these often do not verify grade or eligibility. For consideration for a promotion, Box 4 of the SF-50 must show a date that is at least 52 weeks prior to the job announcement closing. We recommend submitting your last promotion SF-50 or within-grade increase SF-50. Pay adjustment raise SF-50s for the current year will not support the 52 weeks' time-in-grade requirements.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/service/SF-50/
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your rsum and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Suite H-723
Washington, DC 20580
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete application package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Cover Letter, optional
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education
- Most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
- DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
- Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
FEDERAL APPLICANTS: You must submit SF-50(s) that verify your highest competitive grade, full performance level, and eligibility as a federal applicant. DO NOT submit an award SF-50 as these often do not verify grade or eligibility. For consideration for a promotion, Box 4 of the SF-50 must show a date that is at least 52 weeks prior to the job announcement closing. We recommend submitting your last promotion SF-50 or within-grade increase SF-50. Pay adjustment raise SF-50s for the current year will not support the 52 weeks' time-in-grade requirements.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/service/SF-50/
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your rsum and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Suite H-723
Washington, DC 20580
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
