Summary This position is located in the Integrated Support Services Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. The position description number for this position is 461618. This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustment for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Responsibilities Serves as the Chief of Facilities Services Division within the Integrated Support Services (ISS) Directorate and is responsible for supporting the optimal usage of approximately 5 million square feet of real property across Capitol Hill and other locations. The Chief is responsible for the leadership and direction of Facility Operations and Space Utilization Planning & Design Services employing a broad knowledge of facility operations, engineering, interior design, and management skills. Obtains and oversees contracted services and those provided by the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) and ensures facility services are performed efficiently and effectively in compliance with Library policies and regulations. Oversees the design and implementation of complex space renovations, modifications, office moves, and upgrades, including: workstations, furniture, flooring, shelving, window treatments, and ergonomics. Utilizes project management best practices and ensures that detailed planning and oversight results in projects being completed on time and on budget. Develops and oversees processes and tools to conduct life-cycle furniture and fittings assessments. Leverages a Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) system to manage space utilization efficiently and to track assets. Oversees operations of essential building functions, including HVAC, power and utilities, staff and visitor comfort, and the collections environment. Obtains and monitors food and vending services and performs inspections on the Capitol Hill campus and the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center (NAVCC) in Culpeper, Virginia. Obtains and monitors custodial and pest control services for all Capitol Hill buildings and NAVCC. Primary advisor to the ISS Director on all facilities and renovation projects. Provides expert advice and conducts near- and long-term planning to ensure Library goals and objectives are properly defined, managed, and implemented. Provides administrative and technical supervision for a group of employees performing work up to the GS-14 level. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Observes workers’ performance and conducts work performance critiques. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff and communicates these through the formal employee performance management system. Provide informal feedback and periodically, evaluate employee performance. Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment The Supervisor leads his/her staff toward meeting the Library’s vision, mission, and goals by acting decisively, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, demonstrating flexibility and resilience, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, and fostering integrity and honesty. To view the Library’s Supervisory Core Competencies click the following link: https://www.loc.gov/static/portals/careers/documents/loc\_supervisor\_core\_competencies.pdf Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to manage operations and maintenance for large multipurpose and geographically dispersed facilities including oversight of functions performed by contractors.** Ability to direct and optimize space utilization for a large multipurpose complex.** Ability to supervise and lead a diverse workforce.** Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education Additional Information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. All who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM. The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: https://www.loc.gov/careers/working-at-the-library/frequently-asked-questions/vetting-personnel-at-the-library/ The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement. Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. In addition, per Library of Congress Regulation 2010-12, an appointee or internal selectee is subject to a one-year supervisory probationary period, if this is his/her first supervisory/managerial position at the Library. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit. The selected applicant may be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-521, Ethics in Government Act of 1978.