Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This National Guard position is for a SUPV FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (PROGRAM MANAGEMENT) (Title 5), Position Description Number T5405000 and is part of the AR ARNG CFMO SUPPORT OFFICE, National Guard. Responsibilities Manages funds to support the maintenance and repair program. Identifies requirements, and develops and recommends operating budgets for maintenance, repair, and operations and maintenance minor construction programs. Develops and implements management control policies and procedures. Approves operating budget requests for fixed assets and consumable inventory. Receives, investigates, and verifies installation maintenance requests to determine propriety and approves all requests for maintenance and repair. Provides policy guidance in development of program documents and informational data to support the long range maintenance program and the total construction program, which includes the development of program scope documents. Oversees the development of planning documents to determine general characteristics of projects by applying technical criteria outlined in related NGB publications and regulations. Directs preparation of project estimates, and identifies funding sources, to include manpower and material costs. Reviews and approves programming documents to include project booklets, initial cost estimates for maintenance and repair, rehabilitation, facility improvement projects, and provides or reviews program development brochures, project booklets or other documentation for facilities projects. Develops and maintains the work order system responsive to customer and facility needs. Ensures that work orders are prepared and priorities determined to track planning and progress through project completion. Develops and maintains historical records, which documents costs and classifies work accomplished. Develops, provides guidance, and manages real property operations in all military department facilities. Oversees the development of maintenance methods, standards and techniques. Develops, implements and oversees the management of preventive maintenance programs to ensure life expectancy of operational facilities. Reviews historical data and writes reports to explain technical difficulties in maintaining facilities, and recommends solutions. Develops and implements policies and guidance for assisting building and facility managers in determining safe, effective, and economical use and operation of ARNG facilities. Manages and directs the preparation of architectural and engineering drawings covering a broad range of maintenance modifications for existing ARNG facilities. Assists in the review of architect and engineer design and space criteria for economical utilization of facilities and equipment. Manages and directs fire prevention and protection activities. Serves as facilities fire marshal. Coordinates with Federal, state, and local government agencies on matters concerning fire prevention, protection and suppression. Coordinates major facility maintenance and construction projects with the safety and occupational health office to ensure all safety factors are considered. Oversees routine inspections of existing facilities to ensure compliance with the Occupational, Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and contract specifications. Implements, directs, and manages the Army Energy Program, Energy Savings, and Energy Conservation Investment Program. Oversees the preparation and monthly submission of installation utility data to the Defense Energy Information System Program. Develops policies and guidelines used to identify possible energy conservation measures and promotes utilization of the Energy Conservation Savings Program (ECSP) and Energy Conservation Programs (ECP). Keeps abreast of energy suppliers' policies as well as state and federal regulations. Interprets economic impact of energy laws and policies, and advises of impact. Analyzes energy alternatives through a working knowledge of energy equivalents and conversions. Chairs the Energy Conservation Committee and conducts site visits to evaluate effectiveness of established programs. Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the DoD Antiterrorism/Force Protection and Physical Security standards as applicable to facilities and facilities engineering activities. Coordinates with Federal, state, and local government agencies on matters concerning AT/FP and Physical Security to include site selection and location, access control, construction materials, stand-off separation distances, force protection levels, arms, ammunition and explosives (AAE) safety and security, physical and electronic barriers and vehicle and personnel inspection. Coordinates with project managers or Contracting Officer's Representatives (COR) in the design and construction of new facilities and in modernization, restoration, or sustainment projects for existing facilities. Ensures compliance with DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) in construction and sustainment projects. DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION Requirements Conditions of Employment Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of equipment maintenance work, or skill in reading engineering drawings and specifications, using test instruments, making computations, and keeping records. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education or training which demonstrates the knowledge of, and skill in applying, a comprehensive range of principles, concepts, and practices concerning equipment, facility, or service operations with complicated technical requirements that have no clear precedent or plan. Experience overseeing and implementing a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems. Experience preparing budgets based on plans for maintenance, repair work, new construction alteration projects, replacement of existing equipment, or increase in services and processes to ensure program effectiveness Education DUTIES CONTINUED: Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of policy, investigative, inspection/exercise, strategic planning, and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Information Veteran Preference may apply if the first area of consideration are not met. Veterans Information: Veterans' information must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documents for eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be: 1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. 2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. 3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online. If claiming over 30% disability a SF-15 is required to be submitted with your letter. NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).