Federal
Facilities Operations Specialist
Office of Administration ยท Executive Office of the President
About This Position
This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of Administration (OA), Office of the Chief Operations Officer (COO), Facilities Management Division (FMD). The incumbent serves as the Facilities Operations Specialist responsible for the day-to-day management of a multi-storied, multi- tenanted building located on the White House Complex. To apply, please submit your resume directly to [email protected]
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY 2/16/26 OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet one of the following criteria listed below in order to meet the basic requirements for the Facilities Operations Specialist position: (TRANSCRIPT WILL BE REQUIRED). Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration. -OR- EXPERIENCE with: 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 buildings to larger structures), directing actual work operations, and maintaining appropriate contacts with the organization funding the project. -AND- SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You may qualify at the GS-11 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates: (1) Implementing various facility customer services and project management services( 2) Coordinating office moves by providing space redesign and move coordination support to customers (3) Assisting with overseeing building inspections (4) Serving as the point of contact for the customer and leadership on facility related matters to the buildings assigned. OR A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. OR A Combination of Education and Experience. You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector that demonstrates: (1) Organizing and implementing various facility customer services and project management services (2) Coordinating and overseeing office moves by providing space redesign and move coordination to customers (3) Overseeing building inspections (4) Serving as the point of contact for the customer and leadership on facility related matters to the buildings assigned.( 5) Consulting on technical and administrative management of programs and services. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Major Duties
As a Facilities Operations Specialist at the GS-1640-11/12, you will perform the following: Organizes and implements the various facilities' customer services and project management activities for the FMD. Serves as an advisor to the tenants within the facilities on matters such as, upcoming projects, changes in schedules for current projects, and daily maintenance management. Meets regularly with staff within the EOP to plan and outline future work related to the facilities. Serves as the primary building contact for assigned buildings on all aspects of the management of the facilities. Responds to tenant requests for facility and property assistance. Coordinates with GSA to resolve building emergencies in relation to elevators, heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC), and electrical problems and troubleshoots facility problems. Conducts formal inspection programs and evaluates operating services, maintenance, repair, space distribution and utilization. Works with WHIT to ascertain locations of computer equipment and personal computers to insure adequate cooling, electrical power, airflow and environmental impact. Prepares analyses of construction projects to determine costs and/or savings and submits findings to the Director and Deputy Director, FMD for review with GSA for funding prioritization.
Education
For the GS-11: Must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. EDUCATION SUBSTITUTE: Education must demonstrate the applicant obtained the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. Only experience and education obtained by 2/16/2026 will be considered. PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) was taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. This position is in the Excepted Service, as such Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply.
Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/)
How to Apply
To Apply, applicants must send their resume via email directly to [email protected] by 11:59 PM (EST) on February 16, 2026, to receive consideration. Resumes will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Required Documents
Resume which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Facilities Operations Specialist position at Office of Administration?
The salary range for this position is $85,447 - $133,142/yr. This is a GS-11/12 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 Washington, District of Columbia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY 2/16/26 OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY...
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 Feb 18, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Top Secret clearance is required.
What does GS-11/12 mean?
GS-11/12 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
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.