Facilities Operations Manager

National Institute of Standards and Technology • United States, United States • 4d ago

Summary NIST is seeking Facility Operations Managers to oversee the operation, maintenance, and sustainment of facilities and infrastructure supporting mission-critical research activities across NIST campuses. This role leads complex facility operations, coordinates with federal, state, local, and utility partners, and ensures buildings, utilities, and site systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently in support of sensitive scientific environments. Responsibilities The role involves overseeing facility operations, maintenance, utilities, and infrastructure support activities across assigned NIST locations to ensure reliable operations supporting mission-critical research activities. In this position, you will: - Plan, direct, coordinate, schedule, inspect, and supervise facility operations, maintenance, and infrastructure support activities. - Oversee the work of facility and trades staff supporting building systems, utilities, preventative maintenance, repairs, and operational projects. - Manage utility and infrastructure systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient campus operations. -Coordinate with researchers, administrative staff, contractors, utility providers, and external stakeholders to support facility and project needs. -Serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) by developing procurement packages, statements of work, government estimates, and related acquisition documents. - Monitor and manage maintenance, repair, and service contracts. - Ensure compliance with safety requirements and implementation of best management practices. - Support the planning and execution of facility improvement, repair, and sustainment projects. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level (ZA-III at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience supervising and performing administrative and facilities support activities involving overseeing construction management; assigning duties to subordinates; maintenance operations and contract/ project management; and coordinating with customers for maintenance related activities and repairs. AND A valid state Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs; therefore, please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued Driver's License. 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. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Education Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position. Additional Information This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS), a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Learn more about the APMS here! We may share your application package with other selecting officials. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible to make qualification or eligibility determinations. A supervisory probationary period may be required. This position has physical requirements which include, but may not be limited to: - Light lifting, under 15 pounds - Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds - Pushing (1 hour) - Use of fingers - Both hands required - Walking (2 hours) - Standing (2 hours) - Crawling (1 hour) - Kneeling (1 hour) - Repeated bending - Climbing, legs only (1 hour) - Climbing, use of legs and arms - Both legs required - Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle - Specific visual requirement: Correctable to 20/40 - Both eyes required - Depth perception - Ability to distinguish basic colors - Ability to distinguish shades of colors - Hearing (aid permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: - Outside and inside - Excessive heat - Excessive cold - Excessive dampness or chilling - Excessive noise, intermittent - Dust - Fumes, smoke, or gases - Solvents (degreasing agents) - Grease and oils - Radiant energy - Electrical energy - Slippery or uneven walking surfaces - Working around machinery with moving parts - Working around moving objects or vehicles - Working on ladders or scaffolding - Working below ground - Vibration - Working closely with others - Working alone - Protracted or irregular hours of work This position requires filing of a Confidential Financial Report (OGE-450) within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. For more information, please visit our Careers website.

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