Assistant Director of Labor and Custodial Services

Summary

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings. The Assistant Director of Labor and Custodial Services will serve as the Facilities Manager, responsible for management and direction of the Senate Office Buildings (SOB) labor and custodial operations.

Duties

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Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday from 4:00 am-12:30 pm

MAJOR DUTIES:

Operations Management

• Utilizes operational expertise to assess resource needs, improve workflow processes, and maintain service standards.
• Oversee daily operations of shops within the branch; recommend and implement changes in work organization and function assignments to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness
• Develops lifecycle management strategies for equipment and resources, focusing on maintenance efficiency and sustainability.
• Implements regular inspections and assessments to monitor compliance with standards.
• Provides input to the Assistant Superintendent to develop strategic plans that support the AOC's vision while incorporating facilities management best practices.
• Demonstrates effective facilities leadership while performing administrative and technical supervisory functions for subordinates within the Labor and Custodial Branch.
• Provides leadership to ensure support for equal employment opportunity (EEO) goals and requirements.
• Evaluates service requests and coordinates with subordinate supervisors to determine manpower and material resource availability.
• Develops performance requirements for subordinate supervisors and ensures mutual understanding of performance standards.
• Identifies opportunities for operational and workforce improvements to support strategic performance plans.
• Implements innovative approaches to service delivery and resource management software such as inspection and facility management software
• Independently analyzes staffing requirements and develops comprehensive staffing plans addressing hiring, promotions, and other personnel impacts.
• Ensures the labor and custodial branch exceeds jurisdiction and agency goals in required training, performance assessments, and professional development
• Maintains professional standards and adherence to organization and labor union policies
• Participates in strategic planning sessions for bargaining periods and quarterly Labor Management Relations Committee meetings.
• Take corrective action on unsafe conditions and implement preventive measures across managed areas.
• Conducts regular safety audits and verification of PPE compliance among subordinates.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related KSAs.
• You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:

• A citizen of the United States;
• A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
• A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
• A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
• A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.

Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards

Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.

For the GS-13:

Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as having experience:

(1) Providing facilities management services to evaluate, adapt, and/or modify procedures and practices concerning the management of property, facilities, equipment, plans, and grounds;

(2) Directing the management and/or administration of the operations of a labor and custodial organization; and

(3) Coordinating with other organizations to change plans, methods, and/or procedures to prevent problems, and/or to determine appropriate labor and custodial maintenance procedures.

For the GS-14:

Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as having experience:

(1) Planning, forecasting, managing resources, and/or determining equipment to accomplish work and to increase effectiveness;

(2) Managing budgetary resources, manpower and costs;

(3) Performing administrative and/or technical supervisory functions for subordinates performing work for various programs and operations; and

(4) Developing performance requirements for subordinate supervisors and providing employee skills enrichment through job-related coaching, mentoring and training.

For more information on qualifying education or on combining education and experience see OPM Qualification Standards linked below: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1600/equipment-facilities-and-services-series-1601/

Education

No education requirement.

Additional information

Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit OPM vet guide

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with theSelective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information.

Benefits

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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.

The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.

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.