Housing Management Specialist

U.S. Coast Guard•Buzzards Bay, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This GS-1173-9 position is located in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. The Housing Management Specialist supports the management and operation of government-owned and leased housing programs through planning, inspections, financial analysis, housing referrals, and program evaluation. The role works with housing information systems, reviews housing operations and expenditures, and coordinates housing services with government agencies, Department of Defense representatives, and private housing partners. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level, qualifying graduate education, or a combination of qualifying experience and education. A related master's or equivalent graduate degree, two years of progressively higher-level related graduate education, or an LL.B. or J.D. may qualify in place of experience. The position has no positive education requirement. The selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license and pass a background investigation for a Public Trust clearance. A one-year probationary period may be required.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service.
Must successfully pass a background investigation; the position requires a Public Trust clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Must meet the time-in-grade requirement by the vacancy closing date.
Must meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
Qualifying experience: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level, such as assisting with housing program administration and applying policies and procedures; inspecting housing and recommending corrective actions; analyzing occupancy, costs, and expenditures; using automated housing management systems; or providing housing guidance and coordinating services.
Applicants may qualify through a related master's or equivalent graduate degree, two years of progressively higher-level related graduate education, an LL.B. or J.D., or a qualifying combination of experience and education.
Federal salary payments are made by direct deposit.
Current or recent political appointees in specified Executive Branch positions must disclose that information to the HR Office.
If a USA Hire assessment is required, it must be completed within the time stated in the assessment invitation.

Responsibilities

Support housing program planning and administration and prepare technical, financial, and operational reports.
Collect and verify data for annual Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) surveys.
Inspect housing units, facilities, grounds, and utilities; recommend repairs and monitor corrective actions.
Review housing expenditures, estimate operating costs, and recommend resource adjustments.
Maintain housing information systems and analyze occupancy, vacancy, turnover, and operating-cost data.
Coordinate with government agencies, Department of Defense representatives, and private housing partners on housing services and privatization matters.
Develop training materials and present training on housing programs and procedures.
Evaluate housing operations for regulatory compliance and recommend improvements.