Lead Facilities Operations Specialist.

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) in Charleston, SC, seeks a Lead Facilities Operations Specialist to direct, plan, and coordinate maintenance, repair, and construction activities in support of law enforcement training programs.

The role emphasizes planning requirements, cost estimates, and budget priorities while ensuring compliance with policies and safety standards in a dynamic government environment.

Qualifications

• Two-page resume requirement; resume must not exceed two pages.
• U.S. citizen eligibility to apply.
• Background investigation required for access to national security information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facilities maintenance, repair, and construction activities with the facilities team.
• Develop plans and specs for repairs, improvements, renovations, and construction projects.
• Advise management on maintenance programs, policies, and budget priorities.
• Plan and administer comprehensive building and grounds maintenance programs including HVAC, plumbing, parking, painting, and life safety.
• Participate in meetings with management to discuss facility changes, budget projections, and prepare statements of work for projects.

Skills

Facilities management

Budget planning

Project planning

Leadership

Job description

Duties

Serving as a Lead Facilities Operations Specialist GS-1640-13 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Office of the Associate Director for Training Ops (TOPS), Training Management Operations Directorate (TMO), Office of Charleston Operations (CHS), Charleston Administration Division (CHA). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a team leader providing direction, planning, oversight and coordination of all facilities maintenance, repair, and construction to support law enforcement training programs at the FLETC.

Typical Duties Include

• Coordinating facilities maintenance, repair, and construction activities by guiding the facilities team in problem-solving, managing workloads, and ensuring timely completion of assignments and projects.
• Developing plans and detailed specifications for facility repairs, improvements, renovations, and construction projects, and ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and requirements.
• Advising management on building maintenance programs, policies, and operations, including conducting periodic inspections, preparing cost estimates, and setting budget priorities for repairs and improvements.
• Planning and administering comprehensive building and grounds maintenance programs, including occupant safety, comfort, and services such as HVAC, plumbing, parking, painting, and life safety.
• Participating in meetings with management officials to discuss facility changes, budget projections, equipment needs, and preparing statements of work for maintenance and construction projects.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation to access, safeguard, and store classified national security information on a regular basis.
• Current and former federal employees within the General Schedule (GS) must meet the time-in-grade requirements outlined in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement.
• Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
• This position is eligible for situational-only telework based on agency policy.
• Overtime may be required.
• Shift work may be required.
• Weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• This position is Emergency Essential and required to sustain FLETC’s operations under all conditions.
• Required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, within 30 days of starting your federal employment and annually thereafter as long as you occupy a position that requires financial disclosure reporting.
• Must possess and maintain Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting Officer Representative (FACCOR) Level III certification; or have the requisite training/experience to obtain and maintain certification.

Qualifications

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit:

Specialized Experience

• (1) Coordinating facilities program management activities, to include developing program plans and budgets for building construction, maintenance, and administration of technical service operations. (2) Overseeing facility asset management, including evaluating service delivery, work order lifecycle management and providing expert input on modernization strategies and infrastructure improvements. (3) Collaborating and facilitating with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, department heads, and contractors, to optimize facilities management programs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Time-in-grade

Current General Schedule (GS) federal employees, and those that have served in GS positions within the last 52 weeks, must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade, or a combination of the next lower grade level and an equivalent band in the federal service by the closing of this announcement.

Note

Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE.

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, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Re‑employed annuitants' annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on

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, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP/ICTAP) Eligibles

If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. View information about

Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and FLETC policy, FLETC is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety‑or security‑sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at FLETC are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to

• 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R
• 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act.

Education

Not Applicable

Additional information

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:

A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is not authorized.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service‑connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707.

Background Investigation

To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, FLETC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for suitability/fitness as a condition of placement in this Non‑Sensitive, Moderate Risk position. This review may include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Physical Demands

This work does involve a moderate level of physical exertion, to include, but not limited to walking, climbing stairs, maneuvering in tight spaces, etc.

Work Environment

The work is performed in an office environment and at various on and off‑site facilities, with occasional travel to provide technical assistance or to attend meetings.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.