Space and Facilities Specialist I

Summary

The Clerk's Office of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama is comprised of over 50 professional staff providing administrative and operational support to 15 federal judges located across 5 geographical divisions covering 31 counties. The District enjoys a friendly and talented staff, an interesting and evolving workload, and collegial agency relationships across the U.S. Government.

Duties

This position is organized in the Administrative section of the U.S. District Court Clerk's Office, with responsibilities focused on day-to-day building management issues, space planning, and facilities projects. The incumbent performs activities which include ensuring compliance with appropriate guidelines and policies and service as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The incumbent must have a working knowledge of the guidelines, policies, procedures, and typical internal controls related to space and facilities and act as a resource to local staff on policy compliance matters. Travel between the geographical divisions is necessary to identify needs, monitor projects, and participate in meetings. Limited situational telework may be available per policy at the discretion of the Clerk of Court. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor, coordinate, and react to day-to-day facilities management issues, which may involve structures, building systems, grounds, parking, security, and space planning. Evaluate and monitor performance of custodial and other contractors to clarify contract requirements, ensure compliance, and resolve conflicts. Identify and maintain lists of vendors and sources of supply for building services. Assistin drafting specifications, solicitations, statements of work and requests for qualifications/proposals in coordination with procurement staff. Monitor and oversee less complex space and facility project work as the COR, when applicable. Assess, document, prioritize, and respond to project problems. Liaison with the General Services Administration (GSA) and the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) to ensure efficient operation of court spaces. Plan and execute emergency and occupant safety drills and testing, as directed. Maintain and submit associated documentation. Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy, the U.S. Courts Design Guide (USCDG), and the court's internal controls, procedures, and policies. Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Employees will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Employees are required to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Qualifications and evaluation

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.

Education

Applicants must possess a high school diploma, or equivalent. A college degree is preferred.

Benefits

A generous benefits package is available and includes: Paid annual leave (13-26 days, depending on federal service accrued) Paid sick leave (13 days) Paid holidays (11 days) Retirement benefits (e.g., immediate matching contributions in the Thrift Savings Plan) Optional participation in Federal Employees' Health Benefits, supplemental Dental and Vision Insurance, and Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit four (4) items combined into a single PDF: a cover letter; a resume; a list of professional references; and a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78). Submit materials electronically to personnel@alnd.uscourts.gov. Hard copies and faxed copies of applications will not be accepted.

Required documents

a cover letter; a resume; a list of professional references; and a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78). See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

Additional information

Positions with the United States District Court Clerk's Office are Excepted Service appointments. Excepted service appointments are at-will and can be terminated with or without cause by the Clerk of Court. The U.S. District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.