Military

FACILITIES OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Defense Intelligence Agency · Department of Defense
📍 Redstone Arsenal, Alabama GG-14 $130,987 - $170,289/yr
Posted: Jun 4, 2026 Deadline: Jun 18, 2026 (Closes in 7 days)

About This Position

We are committed to: Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment. Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise. Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself.

Qualifications

ASSESSMENT FACTORS 1. Manages complex activities and initiatives, employing good judgment and principles.

  1. Demonstrates polished oral and written communication skills to compose, tailor, and deliver original presentations and papers on abstract and exceptionally complex questions or issues in a way that allows a varied audience to understand the intended message and objectives.
  2. Develops innovative, cost-effective solutions to difficult or complex problems that have broad impact or implication.
  3. Identifies ways to convey information to multiple sources in a clear, straightforward manner.
  4. Establishes effective working relationships to successfully complete work. HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS 1. Experience with OCONUS facilities, military installations, and or working with other IC partners on such efforts.
  5. Experience with resource programming and developing spend plans and other knowledge management documents, tools, and techniques.
  6. ARCHIBUS, CMS, FACTS and IC Builder software experience. Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration.

OR

Experience Specialized Experience (for positions above GG-5): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Managing a maintenance program for office or apartment building complexes, hospitals, recreation facilities, military, or other special-purpose installations, including planning maintenance activities, and developing preventive maintenance programs. Conducting surveillance activities over construction and maintenance operations performed by a variety of private contractors, including reviewing project plans and specifications for workability, informing contractors of construction and reporting requirements, and supervising operations for conformance with project plans. Performing maintenance or construction work, including estimating material and labor costs for a variety of construction or maintenance projects (such as construction or maintenance of brick, frame, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and other type structures ranging from one- or two-story buildinGG to larger structures), directing actual work operations, and maintaining appropriate contacts with the organization funding the project.

Major Duties

DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations. To view this position’s duties, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA’s online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested. You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the “Advanced Search” link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the “Job Opening ID” field.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry.

How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your application must include sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position to which you are applying. To view this position’s requirements, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA’s online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested.

You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the “Advanced Search” link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the “Job Opening ID” field.

Additional Information

DIA positions are Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) positions in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. All applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application.

Applicants must meet the agency’s conditions of employment, to include, but not limited to, satisfactory completion of an initial special background investigation and periodic reinvestigation, completion of any required medical examination and physical requirements, completion of any required personal interviews, favorable completion of any required initial or aperiodic polygraph examinations, completion of any required drug test, satisfactory completion of a two-year Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System trial period, and completion of a civilian mobility agreement. All employees are required to sign an agreement not to disclose, in any fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons. All civilian employees are required to participate in the DoD Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer of Pay (DD/EFT) Program.

DIA employees and applicants for employment are protected by federal laws, from discrimination. Employees and applicants are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity, whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law, will not be tolerated.

Veterans who are preference-eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

HOW DO I APPLY? Unless specified within the vacancy announcement, you must complete and submit your job application electronically, using DIA's online job tool. Go to: http://www.dia.mil.

Click the link to "Search and Apply for Jobs" or click the link to "Careers" > "Vacancies." Your first visit?

Click "New User" to setup your account.

Click "Search" to view Vacancy Announcements for opportunities that interest you. Save as a Favorite or select the Job Opening to Apply. At the top of the "Job Search" page, click "My Favorite Jobs" to view each announcement. Start the application process by clicking the "Apply" at the bottom of the announcement. While working on the application, "Save" frequently. When you save the document, prior to final submission, you can exit the application and return later to continue by logging-in and going to Job Search > My Activities > Applications with a status of Not Submitted. Finished?

Click "Submit." You must complete and submit the application prior to the closing date listed on the Vacancy Announcement. Final applications are not available for revision. If you need to revise your application, complete and submit another application.

All positions in the Defense Intelligence Agency are in the excepted service under 10 USC 1601 appointment authority and covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), a General Grade (GG) pay system divided into grades and steps similar to OPM’s General Schedule (GS) compensation system. All candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry and any required medical examinations.

Required Documents

Please see instructions within the on-line application for this vacancy announcement on the DIA web-site, www.dia.mil.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the FACILITIES OPERATIONS SPECIALIST position at Defense Intelligence Agency?
The salary range for this position is $130,987 - $170,289/yr. This is a GG-14 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the FACILITIES OPERATIONS SPECIALIST job located?
This position is located in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
ASSESSMENT FACTORS 1. Manages complex activities and initiatives, employing good judgment and principles. 2. Demonstrates polished oral and written communication skills to compose, tailor, and deliver original presentations and papers on abstract and exceptionally complex questions or issues in a way that allows a varied audience to understand the intended message and objectives. 3. Develops innovative, cost-effective solutions to difficult or complex problems that have broad impact or implication. 4. Identifies ways to convey information to multiple sources in a clear, straightforward manner. 5. Establishes effective working relationships to successfully complete work. HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS 1. Experience with OCONUS facilities, military installations, and or working with other IC partners on such efforts. 2. Experience with resource programming and developing spend plans and other knowledge management documents, tools, and techniques. 3. ARCHIBUS, CMS, FACTS and IC Builder software experience. Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration. or Experience Specialized Experience (for positions above GG-5): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Managing a maintenance program for office or apartment building complexes, hospitals, recreation facilities, military, or other special-purpose installations, including planning maintenance activities, and developing preventive maintenance programs. Conducting surveillance activities over construction and maintenance operations performed by a variety of private contractors, including reviewing project plans and specifications for workability, informing contractors of construction and reporting requirements, and supervising operations for conformance with project plans. Performing maintenance or construction work, including estimating material and labor costs for a variety of construction or maintenance projects (such as construction or maintenance of brick, frame, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and other type structures ranging from one- or two-story buildinGG to larger structures), directing actual work operations, and maintaining appropriate contacts with the organization funding the project.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jun 18, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.