Program Manager.

Smithsonian Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC seeks a senior facilities leader to oversee all integrated facility and logistics functions for NMAH, aligning efforts with the museum's strategic plan. You will direct a division, coordinate cross-office collaboration, and guide construction, safety, and sustainability initiatives across DC and Maryland sites, ensuring long-term reliability and safety.

The role requires proven experience with complex facilities programs, and the ability to advise

Qualificações

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service.
• Experience executing comprehensive facilities planning and operations programs for a large institution, including policies and standards for life safety, security, sustainability, and logistics.
• Ability to advise senior leadership and oversee major renovations and infrastructure projects.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all integrated facility and logistics functions to align with the museum's strategic plan.
• Direct the Facilities Planning and Operations Division and advise the SI Director on technical and operational matters.
• Coordinate with SI offices to manage an integrated facility program based on strategic priorities.
• Provide guidance on construction projects, relocation plans, and operating logistics.
• Lead the safety program to ensure a safe facility environment for staff, contractors, interns, volunteers, and visitors.

Conhecimentos

Facilities planning

Operations management

Leadership

Policy development

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to oversee all integrated facility and logistics functions for NMAH, including construction, maintenance, security, safety, emergency management, landscaping, and sustainability, ensuring alignment with the museum's strategic plan.

In This Position, You Will

• Provide leadership for long-term infrastructure projects, direct and evaluate the Facilities Planning and Operations Division, and advise the NMAH Director on technical and operational matters.
• Coordinate with multiple SI offices to develop and manage an integrated, multi-faceted facility program by identifying and communicating facility requirements and needs based on a strategic plan and priorities for research, programs, and exhibits, as well as operational needs, in consultation with cross-disciplinary staff.
• Participate in and provide detailed guidance and assistance to leadership and museum staff on construction projects, including relocation plans, exhibition and office configurations, operating logistics, and support services.
• Lead and manage the safety program to ensure a safe facility environment for staff, contractors, fellows, interns, volunteers, and visitors using facility spaces in Washington, DC, and Maryland.
• Supervise several positions performing work at various grade levels, directing, reviewing, and evaluating work to be accomplished.

Requirements

• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
• May need to complete a Probationary Period
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
• May be required to serve an 1 year probationary period for supervisors.

Conditions of Employment

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on.

Qualifications

Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service.

For this position, specialized experience is defined executing comprehensive facilities planning and operations programs for a museum, cultural institution, or similarly complex organization, including developing and implementing policies, standards, and management strategies for maintenance, life safety, security, sustainability, emergency preparedness, space management, and logistics; leading major facilities renovation, construction, or infrastructure improvement projects; advising senior leadership on facilities and operational matters; and ensuring the effective stewardship, functionality, and long-term sustainability of facilities and infrastructure.

Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.

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.

Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.

Education

Refer to the above Basic Education Requirements is not required for this series and grade.

Additional information

• This position is not included in the bargaining unit.

Recruitment Incentive

Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period.

Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.

Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.

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.

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.

Please see Benefits at

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Insurance
• Leave
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Retirement Program