Architect

Summary The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Executive Director, House Office Buildings, Director, Tenant Services Division, Tenant Projects Branch. Duties Summary The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Executive Director, House Office Buildings, Director, Tenant Services Division, Tenant Projects Branch. Requirements Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at General Schedule Qualification Standards. You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. GS-11: Candidates for the GS-11 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-09) level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must demonstrate all of the following: Developing architectural designs and/or writing detailed specifications for new construction, interior and/or exterior alterations, restorations, additions, and/or repairs to existing buildings and structures; Performing interior environmental design; and Providing advice and/or guidance concerning projects with a range of construction costs, mid-size and/or standardized architectural elements. The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE). #J-18808-Ljbffr