Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist
This position serves as the Facility Operations Manager for the Pawnee Indian Health Center and is responsible for planning, directing, and managing facility operations, maintenance, utilities, equipment, renovations, contracts, budgets, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent supervises facilities staff and ensures safe, efficient, and well-maintained building systems that support patient care. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Major duties
Plans, directs, implements, supervises, and monitors facility operations, including building and grounds maintenance, utilities, equipment maintenance, life safety operations, and preventive and corrective maintenance. Plans, develops, monitors, and serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for facility support contracts and manages renovation and construction activities from planning through completion. Reviews work requests, develops preliminary cost estimates, establishes priorities, identifies funding sources, and prepares and manages the annual facilities program budget. Develops and implements facility processes and procedures in accordance with applicable Federal, State, Tribal, health, fire, safety, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements. Conducts facility inspections and risk assessments; identifies deficiencies, develops solutions and corrective actions, and ensures construction and renovation projects comply with applicable requirements. Supervises facility personnel by assigning and evaluating work, establishing priorities and performance standards, approving leave and personnel actions, addressing performance and disciplinary matters, and providing technical and administrative direction. Coordinates facility activities with healthcare staff, contractors, vendors, utility companies, government agencies, Tribal authorities, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following: Managing or coordinating facility operations and maintenance activities, including preventive and corrective maintenance of facilities, building systems, utilities, or equipment. Planning and coordinating facility maintenance, renovation, or construction projects, including project requirements, contractor activities, or regulatory compliance. Analyzing facility maintenance, construction, or operational problems and developing solutions or corrective actions. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Education
There are no education requirements.
Requirements
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license. This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.