FACILITY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary

IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is restricted to current Military members of the Iowa Army National Guard. LOCATION: CFMO, Johnston, Iowa

Duties

As a FACILITY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-1640-11 your duties are below. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Interprets economic 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. 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. May serve as administrator of the Major Capital Maintenance Rehab Program. 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. 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. Performs other duties as assigned D0536000

Requirements

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 11/06/2026 . 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. TRIAL PERIOD REQUIREMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period or 1-year (Veterans Preference Eligibles Only) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct. The needs and interests of the agency. Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. 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: Officers (O1-O3)

Qualifications and evaluation

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. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position: Knowledge of energy equivalents and conversions Knowledge of facilities operating capabilities and maintenance requirements Knowledgeable of ARNG missions and objectives in applying guides to complex facility management situations Ability to persuade users of facilities to utilize more economic and efficient methods of operations

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience -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 relatedTo receive credit for education, you must provide college transcripts to support your educational claims.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. 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 resume 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/. If you require a Reasonable Accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact CPT Ariane Hakizimana at (515) 252-4447 or ariane.i.hakizimana.mil@army.mil.

Required documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed. Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable): Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD 214, SF-50, ect.

Additional information

ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).