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Summary
As a Realty Specialist, you will serve as an advanced trainee performing procedural realty work including real estate administration, acquisition, project management, and space management for standard and/or conventional realty transactions in one or more of the major duties identified below
Location of Position:
General Services Administration, Public Building Service
Real Estate Acquisition Division
Philadelphia, PA
The Real Estate Acquisition Division is responsible for real estate work related to the acquisition of real property and/or the management and assignment of federally owned, leased and/or delegated space.
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You will have access to many benefits including:
- Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
- Life insurance coverage with several options
- Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
- Flexible work schedules and telework
- Transit and child care subsidies
- Training and development
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance
- Training and development
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
12/06/2017 to 12/18/2017
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Salary
$53,575 - $69,651 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 09
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Location
few vacancies in the following location:
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional Travel
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
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Promotion potential
12
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Announcement number
1803010KFIC
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Control number
485990800
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Duties
As a trainee, you will assist higher graded specialists in overseeing and managing lease projects, integrating technical realty and project management knowledge to effect on budget projects that meet customer requirements. Additional duties of the position include:
- Preparing, soliciting and awarding lease contracts
- Serving as a contact for customer agencies requesting varied workplace solutions including space related services and supplies offered by GSA
- Inspecting repair and alterations projects and initial build-outs
- Performing a variety of real estate work related to the acquisition of real property and/or the management of federally owned, leased and/or delegated space, based on needs identified through the customer
Who May Apply
This job is open to…
Your application will be considered if you:- Live in the Philadelphia, PA and are eligible under GSA's Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
- Are a VEOA eligible veteran
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
- Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a Schedule A, Schedule C, or non-career SES political appointee
- Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
- Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).
- Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
- Have a valid driver's license
- Within the office, the work is sedentary; however, during field inspections and market surveys, the employee may be exposed to construction sites, uneven or slippery ground, and common hazards associated with construction sites.
- The work is often performed in an office setting except during field inspections and market surveys. Incumbent is required to travel and, therefore, must have a valid driver's license or be able to perform work by using other forms of transportation.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
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The GS-09 salary range starts at $53,575.00 per year.
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. To qualify, you must demonstrate one of the following:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience involves performing routine technical realty work assignments and projects. The work is reviewed for adequacy and compliance with realty polices and regulations. The experience must include meeting and dealing with a variety of individuals and analyzing and solving realty problems and issues.OR
B. I possess a master`s or equivalent level degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or JD
C. I possess a combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills (optional)
It is preferred that you have: either a bachelor's degree or completion of at least 24 semester hours (or equivalent) of business coursework.
- the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
- number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-09 salary range starts at $53,575.00 per year.
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. To qualify, you must demonstrate one of the following:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience involves performing routine technical realty work assignments and projects. The work is reviewed for adequacy and compliance with realty polices and regulations. The experience must include meeting and dealing with a variety of individuals and analyzing and solving realty problems and issues.OR
B. I possess a master`s or equivalent level degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or JD
C. I possess a combination of graduate level education and appropriate experience that together meet the qualification requirements of this position.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills (optional)
It is preferred that you have: either a bachelor's degree or completion of at least 24 semester hours (or equivalent) of business coursework.
Additional information
Bargaining Unit status: Ineligiable
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Benefits
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.
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities. Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.
- Knowledge of real estate principles, rules, regulations and practices
- Knowledge of financial management principles and techniques to formulate budgets, evaluate pricing and negotiate lease terms and conditions
- Ability to conduct market data research
- Skill in project management
- Skill in written communication
If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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Benefits
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. Such document(s) must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA employee (except in the OIG), you are not required to submit an SF-50.
- Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
- If you are a disabled veteran, or are applying under VRA or VEOA as a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:
- If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
- If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
- College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
- Superior Academic Achievement: Submit transcripts as described above. If you qualify based on your class rank or honor society membership, submit documentation of it.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
- Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
- Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
- Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
- Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the "Fax instructions" provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Agency contact information
Katherine Furfari
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GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources Division (CSSA)
100 S. Independence Mall West
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
- ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
- REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
- SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
- FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
- FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. Such document(s) must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA employee (except in the OIG), you are not required to submit an SF-50.
- Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
- If you are a disabled veteran, or are applying under VRA or VEOA as a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:
- If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
- If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
- College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
- Superior Academic Achievement: Submit transcripts as described above. If you qualify based on your class rank or honor society membership, submit documentation of it.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
- Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
- Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
- Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
- Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the "Fax instructions" provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Agency contact information
Katherine Furfari
- Address
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GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources Division (CSSA)
100 S. Independence Mall West
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
- ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
- REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
- SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
- FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
- FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Agency contact information
Katherine Furfari
- Address
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GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources Division (CSSA)
100 S. Independence Mall West
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States