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Conditions of employment
THIS IS A DEVELOPMENTAL POSITION WITH KNOWN PROMOTION POTENTIAL TO THE TARGET POSITION OF GS-0808-12 WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. For more information:
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's Degree: Architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems. For more information:
OR
Successful completion of a 5-year program of study of at least 160 semester hours leading to a Bachelor of Architecture or higher degree in an accredited college or university is qualifying or architecture degree with appropriate experience as a technician equivalent to GS-5 or higher may be credited for grade GS-7 on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of 12 months; or Registration to practice architecture by one of the State registration boards by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
OR
Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-07/GS-09/GS-11/GS-12): Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05 for GS-07 or GS-07 for GS-09 or GS-09 for GS-11 or GS-11 for GS-12 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes:
GS-7: Utilizing knowledge of architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Knowledge of design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Knowledge of drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings.
GS-9: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services.
GS-11: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. Skill in technical writing sufficient to develop solutions to problems such as procedures and methods of installation of material, extent or scope of work to be performed, quality of materials to be installed, and acceptable levels of workmanship. Plan and monitor large-scale projects to assure compliance with applicable objectives, standards, and requirements.
GS-12: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. Skill in technical writing sufficient to develop solutions to problems such as procedures and methods of installation of material, extent or scope of work to be performed, quality of materials to be installed, and acceptable levels of workmanship. Plan and monitor large-scale projects to assure compliance with applicable objectives, standards, and requirements. Modify standard practices and adapt equipment or techniques to solve a variety of problems. Adapt precedents or make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects in order to provide for specialized requirements of some projects.
OR
GS-07-1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement
OR
GS-09- 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree
OR
GS-11-3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of qualifying education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 to GS-07, GS-07 to GS-09, GS-09 to GS-11, GS-11 to GS-12 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
Education
CONTINUED FROM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
GS-07/09/11/12Professional knowledge of architectural concepts, principles, and practices and familiarity with engineering disciplines. Knowledge of a broad range of architectural standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations; of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures as it relates to facilities engineering; knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; of environmental principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues; of work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities, and economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions; and knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems and management. Knowledge of aesthetic and functional design techniques and skill in preparing project documentation, to include preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings; and technique I skill in drafting sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Ability to plan, conduct and record site/facilities surveys and inspection; to analyze, interpret, and apply results, rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions. Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other architects and engineering disciplines; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relationships. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding The Vacancy ID is 12863476.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace.
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- Performs planning and design work for substantial multi-phase new construction, renovations, and improvement projects for real property facilities, including utility systems, utilizing a professional knowledge of architecture.
- Manages projects for new construction, renovations, and improvements to real property facilities and maintains surveillance over construction contractors utilizing a professional knowledge of architecture to ensure overall compliance with contracted specifications, schedules, etc.
- Plans, programs, budgets, and executes required projects in support of assigned programs.
- Performs work in facilities operations and maintenance (O&M) functions.
- Provides consulting services and project coordination.
- Collects data and evaluates factors which affect the application of concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to observe, examine, measure, analyze, map, and describe physical and technical features and phenomena.
- Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and commercial aircraft.
- The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Incumbent is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
THIS IS A DEVELOPMENTAL POSITION WITH KNOWN PROMOTION POTENTIAL TO THE TARGET POSITION OF GS-0808-12 WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions. For more information:
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's Degree: Architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems. For more information:
OR
Successful completion of a 5-year program of study of at least 160 semester hours leading to a Bachelor of Architecture or higher degree in an accredited college or university is qualifying or architecture degree with appropriate experience as a technician equivalent to GS-5 or higher may be credited for grade GS-7 on a month-for-month basis up to a maximum of 12 months; or Registration to practice architecture by one of the State registration boards by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
OR
Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-07/GS-09/GS-11/GS-12): Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05 for GS-07 or GS-07 for GS-09 or GS-09 for GS-11 or GS-11 for GS-12 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes:
GS-7: Utilizing knowledge of architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Knowledge of design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Knowledge of drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings.
GS-9: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services.
GS-11: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. Skill in technical writing sufficient to develop solutions to problems such as procedures and methods of installation of material, extent or scope of work to be performed, quality of materials to be installed, and acceptable levels of workmanship. Plan and monitor large-scale projects to assure compliance with applicable objectives, standards, and requirements.
GS-12: Utilizing architectural concepts, principles, and practices applicable to a broad range of architectural, engineering, construction management, life cycle management, etc. and related assignments. Design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications. Using drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of the installation/command mission and organization. Understanding of state and local jurisdictions over the use of land and natural resources, the construction of facilities and utilities, and the distribution of utilities services. Skill in technical writing sufficient to develop solutions to problems such as procedures and methods of installation of material, extent or scope of work to be performed, quality of materials to be installed, and acceptable levels of workmanship. Plan and monitor large-scale projects to assure compliance with applicable objectives, standards, and requirements. Modify standard practices and adapt equipment or techniques to solve a variety of problems. Adapt precedents or make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects in order to provide for specialized requirements of some projects.
OR
GS-07-1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement
OR
GS-09- 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree
OR
GS-11-3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of qualifying education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 to GS-07, GS-07 to GS-09, GS-09 to GS-11, GS-11 to GS-12 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
Education
CONTINUED FROM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
GS-07/09/11/12
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding The Vacancy ID is 12863476.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
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