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Duties

WHAT IS THE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND SECURITY SERVCES (FMSS) DIVISION?
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Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
Facilities Management and Security Services Operations East
Facilities Management and Security Services Operations West

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.

Operations & Maintenance Duties:
Responsible for the daily operations and maintenance program of major building infrastructure components including, but not limited to, mechanical and electrical systems, life safety systems, elevators/escalators, Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), cooling tower chemical treatments, plumbing systems, lighting control systems, lawn irrigation systems, decorative fountains, and architectural systems such as the roof, windows, flooring systems, doors, site drainage systems and parking lot surfaces, technical knowledge is required to minimize customer impact. Consults with managers to identify/define customer needs and requirements relative to building operations and maintenance, and responds to emergency building situations.
Initiates recurring repair projects to maintain Government assets. Reads and interprets construction drawings and equipment specifications. Consults and coordinates with other REFM sections on the impact of Agency initiatives and furniture installations or realignments on building services and building alterations projects. Consults and coordinates Building Delegation programs and responses with Safety and Mission Assurance (physical security) staff on a variety of security and health and safety issues including Indoor Air Quality, mold and radon testing, hazmat incidents, contractor access, OSHA investigations, security reviews, emergency conditions, disaster recovery drills and incidents, etc.

Construction Management Duties:
Prepares statements of work, assists in the development of construction drawings and government cost estimates for building infrastructure retrofit and repair projects. Maintains files of construction drawings, specifications manuals, samples catalogs, etc. On assigned projects, accepts/rejects contractor submittals. Maintains project files. Reviews construction drawings and specifications prepared by architects, engineers and consultants and provides comments, as required. Makes detailed inspections of work in progress, develops punch lists, meets with contractor project managers and/or GSA on progress reviews. Develops and monitors project budget. Initiates progress and final payments, as warranted. Coordinates construction projects with other related REFM functions and building customers. Provides formal presentations to management as needed or requested. Consults and coordinates with REFM HQ Buildings Delegation staff when alterations/construction involves work performed under the terms of the O&M contract for delegated sites and/or with GSA on building delegation programs and construction management progress reviews.

Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) Duties:
Acts as COTR on one or more alterations/construction contracts. Closely follows Procurement-initiated COTR guidelines on working with contractors. Obtains and maintains COTR certification, by completing courses timely. Maintains professional relationship with contractors. Initiates funding requests, writes the technical contract Statement of Work and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), prepares the Government Cost Estimate, works closely with the Contracting Officer throughout the solicitation process, develops and monitors timelines/milestones, leads or participates on contract technical proposal evaluation panels and prepares supporting documentation for decisions reached, and coordinates the phase in and closeout of contracts. On an on-going basis: initiates monthly automated receiving reports; budgets for and tracks available funding; monitors contractor performance, milestones and schedules to ensure O&M work is on-schedule; instructs government inspectors on QASP; reviews inspector-prepared QASP documentation of contractor performance; reviews and accepts/rejects contractor reports; makes personal inspections of services provided and building conditions; ensures contract employees have proper licenses, security clearances and certifications; and meets with various contractors and Contracting Officers to resolve problems. Prepares and maintains contract documentation. Provides formal presentations to management as needed or requested. Assists the Contracting Officer in any formal disputes with the contractor. May be required to serve as a liaison with the IRS environmental program.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. (Birth certificate showing birth in the U.S; Unexpired U.S. Passport; Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization; or Report of Birth Abroad of a U.S. Citizen (Form FS-240))
• Undergo a review of prior performance/conduct and an income tax verification. Refer to "Get Your Tax Record" at () to check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions. If you are not in compliance, you will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS.
• This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information regarding your rights refer to , , and .
• Complete a to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the . Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. These must be unexpired original or certified copies.
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with and certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at:

Qualifications

Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-12: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience using the concepts, practices, regulations, policies, and precedents associated with one or more major building management systems and equipment (e.g., operations and maintenance, alterations/construction projects) in order to provide authoritative technical and consultative services on complex and interrelated problems, issues, and contracts.
• Experience with the IRS mission and organizational structure, along with the functional cultures of the business units sufficient to accurately assess customer needs/requirements and to evaluate the effectiveness of services provided.
• Experience using various automated systems and software programs such as: Employee Resource Center, Computerized Maintenance Management System/Information System, Energy Management System, Uninterruptible Power Systems, Lighting control system, lawn irrigation systems, Automated Financial System, Requisition Tracking System, Travel System, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc., in order to manage and carry out various program assignments.
• Experience with various external/internal regulations, policies, and standards such as: NEC (National Electrical Code), ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers), DOE/FEMP(Department of Energy/Federal Energy Management Program), Executive Orders on management of energy, water and recycling, state and local pesticide/herbicide regulations, FDA and local health department regulations for proper food sanitation procedures, hazardous waste disposal guidelines, state requirements for testing and certification of pressure vessels, elevators and escalators, CFR (Code of Federal Regulations), MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), air quality, FMR (Federal Management Regulations), and procurement regulations sufficient to ensure actions, advice and guidance complies with established rules and laws.
• Experience with infrastructure systems such as various mechanical (air handling units, HVAC, boilers), electrical, plumbing, lighting, life safety and architectural systems, as well as building trades in order to monitor schedules, identify problem areas, and accept/reject necessary repairs and upgrades to maintain a federal building.
• Knowledge of Service Contract and Davis Bacon Acts as they relate to construction contracting. Experience with oral and written techniques in order to prepare reports/documents/technical contract specifications, conduct/facilitate formal or informal meetings, identify, and resolve problems, and to formulate/articulate policies and viewpoints to management, executives, employees, union officials, Contracting Officers, contractors and other persons both within and outside the organization.
• Experience using analytical and evaluative and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, sufficient to identify, evaluate, and develop new/modified work methods and approaches to resolve complex interrelated support services problems and issues.
• Experience using project management techniques sufficient to plan, control, execute, monitor, and evaluate work assignments or special projects.
• Experience with contract administration sufficient to interpret and monitor established formal contracts, identify problem areas/trends, recommend modifications and/or adjustments to increase efficiency and effectiveness, and to ensure contract terms and conditions are met.
• Experience using a wide range of automation systems and databases sufficient to research and obtain up-to-date information, initiate, and track multiple work assignments/projects, monitor various budget/financial systems and programs, and to generate/issue reports, memoranda, and a variety of other documents.

For more information on qualifications please refer to .

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your application includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Rating: You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

• Customer Service
• Oral Communication
• Planning and Evaluating
• Problem Solving
• Reasoning
• Technical Competence

Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of two quality level categories, CAT A/B, CAT C depending on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, and training related to this position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. Candidates, if required to participate in a selection interview (telephonic and/or in person at the discretion of the Selecting Official in accordance with hiring practices), will be interviewed in quality group order. We will not reimburse costs related to the interview such as travel to and from the interview site.

Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Qualified preference eligibles who have a compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more (CPS, CP) are placed at the top of the highest category on the referral list (except for scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher). Remaining preference eligibles are placed above non-preference eligibles within their assigned category.

If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the , you must receive a rating of category CAT A/B to be rated as "well qualified" to receive special selection priority.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.

1. Resume - Your resume MUST contain dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or present). To ensure you receive full credit for relevant experience, include the hours worked per week. We recommend that your resume not exceed 5 pages. If including Federal service experience, you MUST provide the pay plan, series, and grade, i.e., GS-0301-09. If the pay plan, series, and grade are not provided, it may result in an ineligible determination.
   Your resume must NOT include photographs, classified or government sensitive information, social security number (SSN), encrypted/digitally signed documents, or links to social media such as LinkedIn, or other inappropriate material or content. If your resume contains prohibited information as listed above, your application will be determined ineligible, and you will not receive consideration for this position. (Cover letters are optional.) Please view It is also recommended that your resume not include personal information such as age, gender, religion, race, disability, etc.
2. Online Application - Questionnaire
3. Education - See Education Section above
4. Registration/License (if applicable) - active, current registration/license
5. Veterans' Preference (if applicable) - You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 copy), or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. If you are serving under active duty, provide certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of certification. The certification must indicate your dates of service, rank and that you will be separated under honorable conditions.
   10-point preference eligible - Submit an , along with the required documentation listed on the back of the form if you are a 10-point preference eligible. For more information on claiming veterans' preference .
6. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) (if applicable) - You MUST submit the required documentation as outlined at: If you are an IRS CTAP eligible, you can apply for jobs within and outside the commuting area. If you are a Treasury CTAP eligible can apply for jobs within the commuting area.
7. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) (if applicable) - If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents.
8. High School Diploma (or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you MUST submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent); OR completion of a formal vocational training program; OR statement from school authorities agreeing with your decision to pursue employment rather than continuing your education.

NOTE:

• DO NOT copy the specialized experience statement or position description into your resume for experience as this is not a demonstration of your experience and could result in an ineligible determination.

• If you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, your application will be determined incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

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