Interior Designer (Assistant Space Manager)

Summary The position is located within the Office of Facility Management (AMP-1) in the Architecture and Engineering Division (AMP-400). The Interior Designer serves as an Assistant Space Manager with responsibility for the administration of space planning and interior design services. Responsibilities The Interior Designer serves as an Assistant Space Manager with responsibility for the administration of space planning and interior design services. The Assistant Space Manager performs specialized work and applies advanced knowledge of assigned space management, interior design duties, regulations, policies, codes, CAD standards, and procedures associated with interior design and project implementation for commercial and/or federal buildings. Serves as a contributor on significant work activities or as a member of a team or as a project manager. May provide instruction and guidance to less-experienced professionals on various projects and work assignments; tracks and analyzes data to ensure compliance with policies and procedures; identifies, analyzes, and recommend solutions for complex/difficult problems; and recommend improvements to processes and on space planning and interior design. Work tasks include: Develops final recommendations for space planning and furnishings/equipment arrangements, wall, window, floor, and ceiling treatments, sound attenuation, furnishings, fixtures, millwork, color, finishes, hardware, art, accessory, and graphic/signage programs, and lighting, electrical, and communications requirements. Applies experience and advanced knowledge in space planning and design services, including programming, space layouts, construction drawing, interior design and technical furniture and finish specification. Utilize AutoCad software, Archibus FM, and other technology to support space planning and interior design work. Independently plans, schedules, and accomplishes space designs, construction/alteration projects, and furniture designs for major complex projects throughout the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC). Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative for the procurement of small to mid-sized furniture projects and is responsible for producing drawings, specifications, and interior design packages in compliance with AMS. Applies knowledge of budgeting, contracting, work scheduling, procurement and associated skills involved in project planning and oversight. Reviews furniture vendor/manufacturer-provided furniture bid packages, drawings, specifications, and finish samples to ensure they are consistent with FAA-provided concept designs and specifications; conducts on-site visits and field inspections; monitors contractors' and suppliers' progress; oversees installation of furnishings, fixtures, and equipment; prepares lists of deficiencies for correction. Resolves relationship problems and/or conflicts that impede progress; ensures all involved parties work effectively toward timely completion of the project. If needed, refers to the manager or other professionals problems that require their attention. May help them develop solutions. May serve as a project manager on projects of a moderately complex scope; monitors the segments of a project assigned to other analysts and oversees the results. Designs alterations of interior spaces to meet functional and aesthetic needs. Identifies, researches, and creatively solves problems pertaining to the function and quality of the interior environment. Performs services relative to interior spaces, including programming, design analysis, space planning, and aesthetics, using specialized knowledge of interior construction, building systems and components, building codes, equipment, materials, and furnishings. Prepares drawings and documents relative to the design of interior spaces in order to enhance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Coordinates and integrates the mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines within the interior context. Manages projects, develops cost estimates, evaluates bid proposals, reviews construction documents, participates in on-site construction visits, conducts pre- and post-occupancy evaluations, and develops standards for efficient space management, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications TO QUALIFY AT THE FV-H (FG/GS-12) LEVEL, you must demonstrate in your application you possess at least one year of Specialized Experience equivalent to FV-G or (FG/GS 10/11) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes experience applying architectural design principles, advanced design analysis, and application of interior design and space management. Interior design functions such as design, development, evaluation, and installation of space planning and furniture. Utilize Archibus FM to record the facility space layouts and assignments. ALSO QUALITY RANKING FACTOR (QRF): Well-qualified applicants must possess experience in space management, furniture design, and the preparation of furniture acquisition packages. They will have experience in small to mid-sized, new, or renovated facilities, including administrative, technical, and adult training facilities. Applicants should provide examples of Specialized Experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Education See qualifications required. Information Regarding KSA’s: As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. 3) Some, none or all applicants may be interviewed. 4) Positions to be filled at the H band level, within AMP-400, and a duty location of Oklahoma City, OK. 5) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available at the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov). 6) To confirm receipt of emailed documents contact Jeff Westlake at Jeffrey.K.Westlake@faa.gov. 7) Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at https://www.abetterlifeokc.com. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA