Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist

Washington, District of Columbia Full time

Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $143913 - $187093 Per Year

Job Summary: The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Nearly four million people come through our doors each year—with millions more online—making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Our renowned collection includes nearly 160,000 works of art, from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.

Major Duties:

  • The Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist is located administratively in Facilities Management, Facilities Operations (AFM-OPS). The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of system software, hardware maintenance, and long-term planning associated with the Building Automation System (BAS) network infrastructure. As a Supervisory Facilities Operations Specialist, you will: Be responsible for all aspects of system software, hardware maintenance, and long-term planning associated with the Building Automation System (BAS) network infrastructure. Provide technical expertise on the operation of Microsoft's network operating system, from both a user and administrator standpoint. Be responsible for planning, coordinating, and developing designs, plans, and specifications for complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic (controls) projects for BAS alteration and upgrade. Brief the IT steering committee on new systems and equipment to be employed in the modernization of computerized infrastructure, as it affects the BAS. briefs committee on changes in market trends and provides input on cutting-edge technologies to maximize BAS efficiency. Assist in the development of current and long-range budgets for obtaining BAS-related IT funds. Develop and prepare contract specifications, estimates, and computer aided design (CAD) drawings for complex designs involving repairs and improvements to the BAS. Act as the contracting officer's representative (COR) during the construction phase of assigned contracts and for service contracts.

Qualifications: APPLICANTS CAN POSSESS EITHER SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE OR DEGREE AS STATED BELOW TO QUALIFY. SUBMISSION OF TRANSCRIPTS IS REQUIRED IF QUALIFYING BASED ON EDCUCATION. Basic Requirements: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- engineering, industrial arts, property management, or business administration. OR Specialized Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as: Planning, coordinating and implementing automation projects, including estimating material and labor cost, for HVAC, lighting, security and other systems, for office or apartment building complexes, hospitals, recreation facilities, military, or other special-purpose installations. Conducting surveillance and analysis activities over different building systems, evaluate performance, develop and implement control procedures to improve energy efficiency, environment comfort and system functionality. Managing building automation systems, supervising installation, operations and maintenance of components and software. Analyze system performance and implement necessary adjustments to improve functionality. 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.

How to Apply: Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The application process is as follows: Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page. You must have a USAJOBS account and be logged in. You must have a completed resume. (You may use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS) You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided. You will be able to upload additional supporting documentation, which may include, but not limited to transcripts, notification of personnel actions (SF-50), certifications and verification of veterans status (SF-15, DD-214) The complete application package, including any additional supporting documents required for this position is due in the National Gallery of Art Personnel Office on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. NOTE: Applicants who cannot apply on-line must request a hard copy application packet from the Agency Contact listed in the vacancy announcement. Resumes and/or supporting documentation alone will not be considered without the inclusion of a hard copy application packet. The complete package is due no later than 5:30 PM Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. The National Gallery of Art receives many applications for each job. Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks. You may also check your application status by logging into www.usajobs.gov and selecting the tab "My USAJOBS".

Application Deadline: 2026-03-23