Facility Services Assistant (Facilities Assistant)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System•Jonesville, VA

About The Position

The Facility Services Assistant provides administrative control for the Facilities office, coordinates budget data and information to maintain an updated departmental budget account, and keeps current records on work requests, work orders, and Buildings and Facilities (B&F) projects. The position also assists in monitoring construction projects at the institution. As with all employees at a correctional institution, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security. Correctional responsibilities take precedence over the position’s other duties and are performed regularly and on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level, typically in or related to the position.
  • Qualifying experience must demonstrate relevant ability, such as working with automated systems, word processing and other approved software; maintaining a department budget and accurate records; or providing administrative control sufficient to manage an office.
  • Must meet applicable Selective Service requirements.
  • Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation, including NCIC and credit checks.
  • Applicants not currently working in an institution must complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor domestic violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
  • Successful completion of the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
  • A maximum entry age of 36 applies to original appointments at a Bureau of Prisons institution, subject to stated exceptions for prior federal law enforcement coverage and qualified veterans.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative control necessary to manage the Facilities office.
  • Coordinate budget data and information to maintain an updated department budget account.
  • Maintain current information on the status of work requests, work orders, and B&F projects.
  • Assist in monitoring the progress of construction projects at the institution.
  • Help maintain the security of the institution, with correctional responsibilities taking precedence over other duties.

Benefits

  • Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on the position and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
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