Supervisory Workplace Program Specialist

About this role

As a Supervisory Workplace Program Specialist, you will provide leadership, oversight and organizational direction for a diverse evolving portfolio of programs to improve the effectiveness and utilization of Federal workplace assets. Location of position: Public Buildings Service, Office of Architecture and Engineering. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties Oversees programs that may involve workplace relocation and move services, shared space and workplace utilization initiatives, workplace-related contract support, customer service delivery, technology-enabled workplace solutions, and other emerging programs assigned to the organization. Identifies opportunities to integrate related programs, eliminate duplicative processes, improve customer experience, and increase operational efficiency across the Workplace organization. Leads development of national policies, governance frameworks, operating models, strategic initiatives, and implementation approaches that improve the delivery, effectiveness, and scalability of workplace special programs. Provides executive consultation to customer agencies regarding available workplace programs, services, tools, and innovative approaches that can address operational requirements and improve the effectiveness of Federal workplace assets. Exercises executive-level supervision over program managers, branch chiefs, and multidisciplinary professional staff responsible for the execution and management of national workplace special programs.

Qualifications To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. 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. The GS-15 salary range starts at $150,359 per year and varies by location. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience developing, implementing, and evaluating workplace programs and services that support customer operations and the utilization of workplace assets across multiple locations or organizational components. This experience must include: Managing workplace programs across organizational units or locations involving one or more of the following: relocation and move services, shared space, space utilization, workplace-related contract support, workplace customer services, or technology-enabled workplace solutions. Applying qualitative or quantitative methods to evaluate workplace program performance and processes, identify overlapping services or operational deficiencies, and develop recommendations to integrate programs, eliminate duplicative processes, and improve service delivery. Developing policies, operating models, or implementation strategies for workplace programs with organization-wide or national application, including interpreting applicable laws, regulations, and directives to establish program requirements and procedures. Advising senior leaders and customer organizations on workplace program alternatives, services, and tools; recommending approaches that address operational requirements and improve the utilization of workplace space and assets. Managing and performing leadership functions for staff or teams delivering workplace programs, including establishing priorities, assigning and reviewing work, providing technical direction, coordinating staff and resources, and monitoring progress toward program objectives.

Requirements 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). Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required

Required documents ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Resume: Must not exceed two pages. Refer to the Qualifications section for resume requirements. Current GSA employees: You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, AND a SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from your recent SF-50. Promotion Consideration: If your most recent SF-50 became effective within the past year, it may not demonstrate that you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement. In that case, submit additional SF-50(s) (such as promotion, within-grade increase, grade/range increase, or an SF-50 with an effective date more than one year old) that clearly document you meet the time-in-grade requirement. GSA OIG Employees: Submit latest SF 50 (other than award SF 50) If you are CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

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. 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. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. 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 [email protected] 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.

Additional information Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. 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. 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.