Utility Programs Branch Chief - Public Buildings Service

SummaryAs the Utility Programs Branch Chief, you will direct and execute utility programs for the Public Buildings Service nationwide portfolio including demand response programs, utility bill auditing, and utility rate optimization.Location of position: The Public Buildings Service (PBS), Office of Facilities Management is responsible for the construction, alteration, and maintenance of federal buildings.We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.Learn more about this agencyDutiesManages daily operations including budget formulation, program execution, audits, and contract management with minimum supervision. Conceives, initiates, and manages broad programs and processes dealing with the most challenging problems for utilities and energy management. Serves as the national programs expert and champion ensuring optimal implementation of national policies, practices and directives affecting utility and energy management programs. Oversees effectiveness and improvement of complex program and management processes and systems encompassing difficult and diverse functions/issues affecting critical aspects of major programs.Participates in the development of national guidance and procedures for utilities and energy programs that impact portfolio-wide operations Uses organizational and technical knowledge, leadership, outstanding creativity, and exceptional judgment, develops, defines, and modifies programmatic and administrative objectives to solve complex problems and streamline functions critical to nationwide programs.Collaborates directly with representatives from other business lines and agencies staff offices concerning organizational planning, program execution, and process improvements. Develops and implements new methods to measure and improve accomplishments, results, and effectiveness of complex programs and processes encompassing diverse functions.Performs full range of first-level supervisory responsibilities: assigns work based on priorities and milestones; establishes performance objectives; evaluates work performance; provides advice and counsel; resolves work problems.RequirementsConditions of employmentUS Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing dateMeet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicableRegister with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959If 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.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.Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this positionServe a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if requiredQualificationsFor each job on your resume, provide:the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.The GS-14 salary range starts at $127,829.00 per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service.Specialized Experience Statement: Specialized experience is defined as experience managing or leading complex programs related to utility services and energy management, facilities operations, or similar operational programs across government facilities portfolio and interagency customers' facilities to optimize the effectiveness across government and interagency customers’ facilities. Qualifying experience includes:Planning, developing, and overseeing complex national or organization-wide programs involving utilities management, energy initiatives, or facilities operations, ensuring program objectives, schedules, and performance goals are achieved.Applying program and project management principles to monitor program performance, analyzing operational challenges, and implementing solutions to improve program efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes.Managing program operations including budget formulation and execution, audits, and program performance measurement systems to evaluate results and support strategic decision-making.Analyzing policy, legislation, or industry developments affecting utilities, energy management, or facilities programs and providing recommendations to leadership regarding program implementation or improvement.Coordinating and directing the work of a team of staff by assigning and prioritizing work, monitoring progress toward program objectives, evaluating work results, providing technical guidance, and ensuring personnel and resources are effectively utilized to accomplish program goals. Additional informationCandidates 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.On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal governmentAdditional 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.Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.You will have access to many benefits including:Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)Life insurance coverage with several optionsSick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per yearThrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)Flexible work schedulesTransit and child care subsidiesFlexible spending accountsLong-term care insuranceTraining and developmentEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.