Interior Designer

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This is not a virtual position, you must live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the duty location. This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the GS-09 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds.

Major duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Planning and implementing interior design projects for new construction, renovations, and satellite facilities from concept through installation
• Developing interior design plans, finish schedules, furniture layouts, space plans, cost estimates, and design specifications
• Managing the facility furniture program, including procurement, installation, and five-year replacement planning
• Serving as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for furniture, furnishings, finishes, signage, and other interior design-related procurements and installations
• Preparing procurement packages, technical specifications, and acquisition documentation in accordance with FAR, VAAR, and VA requirements
• Developing and managing five-year interior design, furniture replacement, and interior improvement plans to support facility priorities
• Managing interior design budgets and preparing funding requests for renovation and construction projects
• Developing and maintaining facility signage and wayfinding programs in compliance with VA, ADA, and Joint Commission requirements
• Monitoring procurement schedules, installations, and project activations to support construction and occupancy timelines
• Reviewing design submittals and ensuring compliance with VA standards, healthcare design criteria, and applicable building codes
• Conducting field inspections, reviewing contractor work, and resolving interior design issues during project execution
• Coordinating furniture moves, phased construction, utility shutdowns, and project activations with multidisciplinary teams
• Coordinating paint, flooring, ceiling, lighting, and finish selections to support facility design objectives and maintenance requirements
• Participating on facility committees related to space planning, patient experience, accessibility, ergonomics, and safety
• Providing oversight of contractor and vendor performance for interior design-related projects

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 08:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m.

Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized

Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved