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As a Building Manager, you will be responsible for directing and supervising all of the Property Management activities for the Northeast and Caribbean Region, Public Buildings Service, Caribbean Service Center (2PSC).

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

11/18/2024 to 12/08/2024
Salary

$103,409 - $134,435 per year
Pay scale & grade

GS 13
Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:
- Hato Rey, PR FEW vacancies
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - Occasional travel; may be required to drive long distances to visit buildings throughout the geographical area of the field office.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Competitive
Promotion potential

13
Job family (Series)

1176 Building Management
Supervisory status

Yes
Security clearance

Not Required
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process

Credentialing

Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure

Yes
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

2P-2025-0005
Control number

819509400

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Clarification from the agency

Your application will be considered if you are a: Current career/career-conditional Federal employee in the competitive service; Reinstatement eligible; Special Appointing Authority eligible; VEOA eligible Veteran; ICTAP eligible; or OPM Interchange Agreement eligible.

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Direct all aspects of the operation of GSA buildings, including maintenance of mechanical and elevator equipment, janitorial services, recycling, and solid and hazardous waste management, to maximize the life of buildings and building equipment while providing a safe, comfortable, and healthy environment for tenants.
Supervise GSA workers and manage GSA contracts to deliver, the full range of services to tenants as required by the Federal Property Management Regulations (FPMRs).
Direct all aspects of utility usage in GSA buildings to meet the goals and requirements of various energy laws enacted by Congress. Monitor consumption and demand; track costs and trends; develop and implements building operating plans to maintain FPMR temperature guidelines and limit energy demand and usage.
Plan and execute projects, such as lighting retrofits, based on life cycle analysis. Initiate programs with tenants to promote energy conservation. Take action in leased buildings where GSA pays the utilities to reduce energy consumption through coordination with lessors and tenants.
Keep abreast of current industry information and utility rates and their impact on building management. Insure that Reimbursable Work Authorization (RWA)'s are requested and received from tenant agencies for utilities provided above standard levels.
Direct the repairs and improvements of GSA buildings and equipment to sustain continuity of government operations, and extend the useful life of buildings, thereby improving the asset value, and fulfilling public laws, and national and GSA policy. Regularly inspects buildings and equipment, authority or through the Property Management Center.
Responsible for coordination of all construction work in GSA controlled space, including projects executed by the Fee Developer Division and by tenants under a delegation.
Direct the tenant alteration program in both GSA and leased buildings, including planning, estimating, spec preparation, contracting, construction, inspection, moving and telecommunication coordination. Coordinates with tenants, Commercial Broker, Feed Developer, Property Management Center, Contracts and others to insure smooth execution of project from tenant request to completion. Responsible for monitoring usage of funds from individual RWA's received from tenants and Intra Budget Activity Authorizations (IBAA) received from the Repairs and Alteration (R&As) received to insure that the approved dollar amounts are not exceeded.
Maintain constructive contacts with representatives of tenant agencies, judges, members of Congress, other public officials, community groups and associations. Obtain continuous feedback from customer agencies to ascertain the level of service provided. Make adjustments in response procedures and service delivery methods as necessary to enhance and improve customer service. Represent GSA on Property Management matters. Provide information and counseling on doing business with GSA to the general public and local officials.
Responsible for full lease administration of all non delegated leases and for oversight of delegated leases, to protect GSA's interests, protect the value of the leasehold asset, insure proper compliance with the terms of the lease, and insure that the government receives full value for the rent.
Responsible for all personnel management programs and issues concerning subordinate staff, including labor and union relations, training, hiring and merit promotion, disciplinary action, appraisal, incentive awards, and other personnel actions.
Develop requests for funding in real property operations and for repair & alteration projects, with all supporting justifications. Operate within the funding requirements of an Operating Budget Plan, IBAA's and RWA's. Continuously review expenditures to ensure that operating budget plans, IBAA's and RWA's are not exceeded. Tracks trends and makes adjustments in field operations as necessary to stay within approved funding levels at all times.
Serve as Contracting Officer Representative for administration of service and construction contracts awarded by others. BM is responsible to ensure that the terms and conditions of the contracts are fully carried out, that adequate inspection and documentation is completed and that the government receives full value for its payments. Authorize payments and deductions on service and construction contracts.

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Conditions of Employment

US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 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.
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required.
Fully bilingual in written and oral English and Spanish. The incumbent must be capable of translating English text into standard business Spanish and vice-versa.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.

The GS-13 salary range starts at $103,409 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.

Specialized Experience: To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service performing ALL of the following:

Evaluating policies, implementing programs, and independently making decisions related to the operation and maintenance of large office buildings (250,000 sq ft or more) and leased space;
Analyzing the effectiveness of facility operations, which includes the operation of energy management and building control systems;
Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with customer agencies, lessors, contractors, and client personnel; AND
Managing or monitoring real property budgetary and financial data.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF): In addition to the qualification requirements listed above, you must also be Fully bilingual in written and oral English and Spanish. The incumbent must be capable of translating English text into standard business Spanish and vice-versa.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Bargaining Unit Status:

This position is ineligible for the bargaining unit

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:

· Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government

· Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee

· Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:

Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.

Our commitment is:

Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.

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.

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 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development

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.

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

You will be evaluated on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your overall 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.

Technical Competence: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.
Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings.
Administration and Management: Knowledge of planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
Human Capital Management: Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems.
Financial Management: Understands the organization's financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.

Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.

Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

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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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 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development

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.

Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.

Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. The SF-50 or equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form 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.

If you are a 30% or more disabled veteran, VEOA or VRA applicant or qualified spouse, widow/widower, or parent:

(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service.
(b) 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: (1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).

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 a current Federal employee or Reinstatement Eligible: Submit your latest SF-50.

If you are eligible under an Interchange Agreement: Submit your latest SF-50.

If you are a former Peace Corp or VISTA volunteer: Submit your Description of Service.

If you are a current or former Land Management Agency Employee - Submit a and b:

(a) one or more SF-50s, including your most recent one that shows you were on a competitive time-limited appointment(s) with a Land Management Agency and served on the appointment for a period(s) totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years.

(b) Copy of your agency’s annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s).

If you have a disability: Submit proof of eligibility. For information on eligibility and required documentation, refer to USAJOBS page for more information.

If you are applying under another special appointment authority: Submit proof of your eligibility under the appropriate appointment authority. See USAJOBS for more information.

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.

If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.

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.

If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.

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) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).

Need Assistance?

Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays
Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline

You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.

Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

Agency contact information

Jessica McDuffie

Phone: (770) 715-2017
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Jessica.McDuffie@gsa.gov
Address: GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States

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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 application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.

Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.

If you are a current or former Land Management Agency Employee - Submit a and b:

(b) Copy of your agency’s annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s).

If you are a current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50.

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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) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).

Need Assistance?

Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays
Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline

You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.

Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

Agency contact information

Jessica McDuffie

Phone: (770) 715-2017
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Jessica.McDuffie@gsa.gov
Address: GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States

Learn more about this agency

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 application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.

Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

11/18/2024 to 12/08/2024
Salary

$103,409 - $134,435 per year
Pay scale & grade

GS 13
Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:
- Hato Rey, PR FEW vacancies
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - Occasional travel; may be required to drive long distances to visit buildings throughout the geographical area of the field office.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Competitive
Promotion potential

13
Job family (Series)

1176 Building Management
Supervisory status

Yes
Security clearance

Not Required
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process

Credentialing

Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure

Yes
Bargaining unit status

No
Announcement number

2P-2025-0005
Control number

819509400

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/819509400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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Summary

Overview

Open & closing dates

Salary

Pay scale & grade

Location

Remote job

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Financial disclosure

Bargaining unit status

Announcement number

Control number

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Duties

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Education

Additional information

Benefits

How You Will Be Evaluated

Benefits

Required Documents

How to Apply

Agency contact information

Next steps

Fair and Transparent

Required Documents

How to Apply

Agency contact information

Next steps

Fair & Transparent