JobSummary

The incumbent serves as a Senior Interior Designer in the Office of Administrative Services (OAS), Internal Real Estate Division. Location of position: GSA, Office of Administrative Services (OAS), Internal Real Estate Division, Philadelphia, PA. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

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OrganizationCodes

GS/GS02

Relocation

False

HiringPath

fed-internal-search
fed-transition

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ApplyOnlineUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/gsa/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1&J=112470

DetailStatusUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/gsa/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=1&J=112470&S=1

MajorDuties

Develops and implements interior design concepts, standards, and specifications for office environments (layouts, furniture, fixtures, and finishes), ensuring designs meet federal and agency guidelines, partnering with Workplace Strategists on agency workplace strategy, future-of-work initiatives, and portfolio optimization. Collaborates with the Portfolio Manager on project budgets, cost estimates, and funding projections for portfolio planning and execution, overseeing the full project lifecycle for interior design and workplace projects, including scoping, planning, coordination, execution, documentation, and close-out. Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for furniture and equipment purchases, enforcing regulatory compliance, overseeing contractor work, and confirming deliverables, and maintaining and updating a library of furniture plans, project files, and design documentation to ensure consistency, accessibility, and compliance. Develops professional layouts, drawings, and presentations using relevant software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.), and supporting documentation for reviews and briefings as well as, conducts site visits/inspections to ensure project specifications are met. Monitoring project progress, including budgets and schedules, resolving issues, and proposing adjustments to meet performance, cost, and quality goals, also provides technical expertise on workplace standards, design policies, and best practices to senior leadership.

Education

Requirements

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.

Evaluations

A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the resumes of qualified candidates and assign a score for each of the five required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) based on the experience documented in the resume and narrative responses. Skill in developing and implementing interior design concepts and specifications for office environments, including layouts, furniture, fixtures, and finishes. Ability to collaborate on project budgets, cost estimates, and funding projections for portfolio planning and execution. Ability to monitor contracts for furniture and equipment acquisitions to ensure regulatory compliance, validate deliverables, and maintain organized furniture plans, project files, and design documentation for consistency and accessibility. Skill in developing professional layouts, drawings, and presentations using design relevant software to prepare supporting documentation for reviews and briefings. Knowledge of project management principles, policies and procedures to monitor budgets and schedules, address performance issues, recommend adjustments to support cost and quality objectives, and workplace standards. Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your resume. Applicants should also make note of each KSA, as you will be asked to address them later in the application process. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible for GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), your resume must clearly demonstrate experience in at least 3 of the 5 required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) to receive priority consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

HowToApply

Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job. Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

WhatToExpectNext

After the closing date/deadline: ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements. REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview. SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process. FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes. FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard. Thank you for your interest in working for the U.S. General Services Administration!

RequiredDocuments

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying. Your resume must contain the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you are CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Flexible work schedules Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development

OtherInformation

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

KeyRequirements

US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

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AgencyContactEmail

shana.hunter@gsa.gov

AgencyContactPhone

404-673-4388

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

PositionSensitivitiy

Moderate Risk (MR)

AdjudicationType

Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness

Office of Administrative Services

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