ARCHITECT

Description:

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Requirements:

Selective Placement Factor (SPF): If applying for this position as an Engineer (0801/0810/0896 series) or Architect (0808 series) you must have a current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect (RA) from any state, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto Rico. If you meet this requirement, you must provide a copy of your current registration with your application. A copy of a wall certificate that does not show current registration status will not serve to verify you meet this requirement.

In addition to the SPF and basic requirements, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector: ; 1) Analyzing facilities and cost data to produce appropriate planning products and services; 2) Developing appropriate alternatives for meeting customer needs relating to facilities and utilities development; 3) Identifying project related strengths and weaknesses; preparing economic analysis and cost estimates related to facilities planning; and 4) Supporting facility and utility project programming and long range planning. 5) Must demonstrate an understanding of planning concepts possessing a high degree of uncertainty and demonstrate the ability to develop and implement solutions.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf,
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/community-planning-series-0020/

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Physical Demands: The position's duties are largely sedentary and consist of office related activities, including long periods of sitting standing and walking, and operating telephones, audio-visual and computer equipment. During field visits and facility inspections at various installations, the incumbent may lift loads less than 20 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, walk, stoop, bend and stretch to reach objects. The incumbent travels within the NAVFAC Atlantic area of responsibility approximately 15% of the time.

Work Environment: The incumbent's workplace is typical office environment equipped with adequate ventilation, air conditioning, heating, lighting, and toilet facilities. The incumbent is not exposed to hazardous substances or environment in the performance of duties.