Summary The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent office whose mission is to promote excellence, integrity, and accountability throughout DHS. In our dynamic environment, the OIG conducts investigations, audits, evaluations, and inspections to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency and to detect and prevent waste, fraud, and mismanagement in DHS programs and operations. Responsibilities The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. The OIG works independently from our DHS components to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. Considered the "BEST OF THE BEST" we are responsible for ensuring our Nation is safe from potential threats that could occur internally. We achieve this through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations that come together to form an amazing team. We need LEADERS who want to make an impact; Join the OIG TEAM today. As the Facilities and Property Manager some of your typical work assignments may include: Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Directs staff activity in research of innovative asset/property management practices and sequencing of work activities. Appraises team performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Performs project planning and management functions including the development of project management strategies, schedules, tracking systems, and budget estimates for approved and proposed projects. Develops, oversees, and implements overall programs to promote and monitor occupant safety and comfort, including space utilization, energy conservation, safety, fire protection, and facilities maintenance programs. Guides, manages, and maintains occupied facilities and conducts support for DHS/OIG program offices, to include oversight of current and future construction, renovations, and building modifications. Manages federal, leased, and shared space coordination, space utilization, tenant improvements, on-going operations, maintenance, and repairs. Provides insight/recommendations for strategic planning, manages and monitors assigned OIG facility projects, develops, and recommends policy, provides advice and assistance in evaluation and analysis of facilities management plans and strategies, serves as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures timely execution of OIG goals and objectives. Perform all COR/Invoice approval duties within established and/or agreed upon timeframes. Ensures expert review of regulatory documentation for assigned projects and programs and recommends appropriate actions and approval from senior managers. Researches suspected problem areas; identifies key variables or factors and develops practical and innovative solutions based on knowledge of the long and short-term goals of the organization. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. If you are a current federal employee, you must meet all time-in-grade and time-after competitive appointment qualifications by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. To make an accurate determination, you will need to include on your resume your federal position title, pay plan, occupational series, grade level, agency, dates for which you held the grade level (stated as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY, OR MM/YYYY to PRESENT), and total hours worked per week. 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). Minimum Qualifications for GS-14: You qualify for the GS-14 position if you possess one year of specialized experience at the equivalent to GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience at this level includes: Serving as subject matter expert and authority on the acquisition, utilization, and disposal of office space, building services, and personal property. Routinely provides subject matter technical expertise for facilities, engineering, logistics, and maintenance projects. Serves as advisor on unusual, complex, and unprecedented projects/programs that may establish precedent or form a basis for changes in policies, programs, and procedures Assigns and manages multiple projects while ensuring timely execution of team/unit objectives. 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. The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date 05/17/2024 of this announcement. Current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade level or equivalent grade band in the federal service. The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date 05/17/2024of this announcement. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Education Additional Information DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Secret clearance as a condition of placement into this position. DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.