Summary
You will serve as a Construction Control Representative at the Minute Man National Historic Park. This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition at management's discretion. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month.
Duties
At the full performance level (GS-11) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as a certified COR, in accordance with applicable training and the requirements of Federal Acquisition Regulations, on multiple park design and construction projects, and service contracts. Working independently and/or within a multidisciplinary team, develops scopes of work, project plans and prepares independent government estimates. Assist in the preparation of procurement documents for the hiring of outside firms for project design and construction. Inspects, documents and reports on construction at all stages to identify problems and issues. Recommends and implements corrective measures for issues through design changes with project designers/engineers, the modification of project line items, or "in the field" changes and modifications. Provides guidance and communication to project supervisors and technical representatives to ensure that the contractor discharges his/her contractual obligations on a timely basis while adhering to the provisions of the contract, including scheduling, work methods, workmanship, specifications, and materials. Oversee the preparation and review of project documentation such as daily work logs, technical submittals, project schedules, and invoicing. Performs final inspection, authorizes final approval for acceptance of work, and ensures all project documentation is completed and archived. Oversees project close-out including punch list development and inspection, warranty review, and ensuring that as-built drawings are completed and accurate. Initiates compliance and works with other park staff to ensure that compliance is completed and documented in the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) system. Ensures that all work adheres to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) guidelines. Prepares and submits Project Management Information System (PMIS) project documentation using the National Park Service (NPS) Facility Management Software System (FMSS). Assists in developing and updating spending plans and capital asset plans for projects. Salary Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. GS-11: $84,579 (Step 1*) - $109,959 (Step 10)
Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and/or purchase authority. You must successfully complete the Contracting Officer Representative II Certification Program within 60 days of employment. You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*
Education
This position does not allow substituting education for experience.
How you will be evaluated
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g. resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of any additional assessment(s) required for this position. Your resume must not exceed 2 pages. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into the following categories: Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job. You will be assessed in the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires successful completion of the USA Hire Assessment, if required. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Current or former displaced Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified, score at least 85 (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. Providing false or misleading information on your resume or supporting documentation may result in removal from consideration or other action consistent with applicable federal hiring regulations. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.