Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist

This position is located in Vicksburg National Military Park, in the Division of Maintenance.

Major duties include: Exercises the full range of supervisory duties, working with subordinate staff to execute established work plans, set priorities, and establish work schedules that support park maintenance operations. Utilizes Facility Management Software Systems (FMSS) to manage assets, conduct inventories and condition assessments, and develop accurate deferred maintenance estimates for annual and multi-year planning. Coordinates project scopes, goals, and objectives; facilitates planning and design; prepares spending plans and budget protocols; manages construction activities; and ensures complete and compliant project documentation. Administers a comprehensive safety and training program to eliminate at-risk behaviors, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure a safe working environment for all staff. Manages Park roads, grounds, and facility operations in alignment with NPS Environmental Audit Program best practices and ensures all work complies with NEPA, the National Historic Preservation Act, and standards for protecting cultural and natural resources. Vicksburg, Mississippi is a city in Warren County on the Mississippi River along the I-20 corridor; its population was 21,573 at the 2020 U.S. Census. Vicksburg's climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters; the area averages about 57 inches of precipitation per year. Vicksburg National Military Park preserves and interprets the Vicksburg Campaign and Siege (1863) and contains over 1,400 monuments and markers, as well as interpretation of the U.S.S. Cairo. Vicksburg National Cemetery, established in 1866 and located within the park, has more than 18,000 interments. Vicksburg National Military Park offers the chance to work in one of the most historically significant places in the National Park Service while living in a community that provides access to much more than people may expect. Vicksburg sits on the Mississippi River and offers a strong mix of history, local restaurants, museums, riverfront views, outdoor recreation, and a close community feel. It is large enough to have the services and amenities employees need, but still small enough to feel connected. The location also puts employees within easy reach of some of the South's major destinations. Jackson is less than an hour away. Natchez, Monroe, and the Mississippi Delta are easy day trips. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Memphis, Little Rock, Birmingham, Mobile, and Gulf Shores are all realistic weekend destinations. From Vicksburg, employees can reach: Jackson, MS: about 45 miles Natchez, MS: about 75 miles Monroe, LA: about 80 miles Baton Rouge, LA: about 160 miles Shreveport, LA: about 180 miles New Orleans, LA: about 205 miles Mississippi Gulf Coast / Gulfport, MS: about 200 miles Little Rock, AR: about 230 miles Memphis, TN: about 250 miles Mobile, AL: about 265 to 275 miles Birmingham, AL: about 285 miles Gulf Shores, AL: about 280 to 285 miles For someone looking for meaningful work, professional growth, and a livable community with access to history, culture, food, outdoor recreation, and weekend travel, Vicksburg is a strong place to build a career. For additional information about Vicksburg, please visit: Vicksburg National Military Park (U.S. National Park Service).

U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Any individual who is currently holding, or has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet time-in-grade requirements (must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent in the Federal service); with few exceptions as outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal civilian employees applying for reinstatement who have had a break in service of less than one year, as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointments. Time-in-grade does not apply to new excepted service appointments and must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. You may be required to travel overnight away from home. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. The position to which you will be appointed is subject to a financial disclosure reporting requirement and you will be required to complete a new entrant Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of your appointment. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*