Facility Operations Specialist (Facility Manager)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Loretto, PA

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About The Position

The Facility Operations Specialist establishes goals, priorities, and work projects for maintenance operations at a correctional institution. Through subordinate supervisors, the role directs and coordinates the operation, repair, maintenance, construction, and installation of machines, tools, equipment, buildings, and grounds. The incumbent supervises and monitors this work to ensure compliance with agency policies, maintenance standards, plans, and budget constraints.

The position is responsible for a large operating budget and management of Building and Facility projects, ensuring funds are properly and beneficially spent. It plans, develops, and implements methods and procedures to improve operations, reduce operating costs, and make better use of labor and materials. Like other correctional institution employees, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security; correctional responsibilities take precedence over other duties and are performed regularly.

The position requires qualifying education or specialized experience, plus at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level. It is a supervisory/managerial appointment subject to a one-year probationary period, possible geographic relocation, and required medical, drug, and background checks. Successful completion of a three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques course in Glynco, Georgia is required. A 25% relocation incentive may be paid to selectees who meet the applicable criteria.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Meet the basic requirement through undergraduate or graduate study in engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration, or through qualifying specialized experience.
• Have at least one year of specialized experience that is typically related to the position and equivalent to at least the next lower grade level; education cannot substitute for this experience.
• Demonstrate experience supervising staff, including planning, organizing, reviewing work, and administering personnel matters, and dealing with contractors, employees, and union representatives.
• Demonstrate experience resolving difficult or technical Facility Department problems, including those involving personnel management practices, union agreements, and EEO requirements.
• Demonstrate experience inspecting projects to evaluate progress and ensure workmanship conforms to specifications.
• Complete the required three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course in Glynco, Georgia.
• Meet the conditions of appointment, including satisfactory completion of urinalysis, physical examination, and background investigation; applicants are also subject to NCIC and credit checks.
• A selected applicant may be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Submit required eligibility documentation if applying under CTAP.
• Provide legible transcripts when qualifying based on education; official transcripts must be provided before the first day of duty if selected on the basis of education.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals, priorities, and work projects for maintenance operations.
• Direct and coordinate, through subordinate supervisors, the operation, repair, maintenance, construction, and installation of machines, tools, equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Supervise and monitor maintenance activities to ensure conformance with agency policies, maintenance standards, plans, and budget constraints.
• Manage a large operating budget and Building and Facility projects, ensuring funds are properly and beneficially expended.
• Plan, develop, and implement methods and procedures to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and use labor and materials more effectively.
• Maintain the security of the institution and perform correctional responsibilities on a regular and recurring basis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families.
• A 25% relocation incentive may be paid to selectees who meet the criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed