Space Management And Planning Specialist
Must be a US Citizen who currently possesses a Secret Clearance. This is an onsite position 5 days a week. Looking for local candidates only and ability to travel up to 25%.
Position Description:
- Serve as the single point of contact for all Headquarters, Department of the Air Force (HQ DAF) space management and planning matters within the Pentagon, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Joint Base Andrews, and leased space throughout the National Capital Region (NCR)
- Initiate, plan, and coordinate real property and space management programs supporting HQ DAF mission requirements
- Conduct interviews, on-site inspections, and space validation assessments in accordance with Rules of Engagement (ROE) established by SAF/AA, OSD, and GSA policies and guidance
- Analyze and strategically allocate space resources to optimize utilization and support organizational mission objectives
- Develop procedures, guidance, and instructions governing facility space allocation and management based on higher-level policy and industry best practices
- Procure, manage, allocate, and control utilization of office, storage, and special use space for HQ DAF offices, Direct Reporting Units (DRUs), Field Operating Agencies (FOAs), and named activities throughout the NCR
- Support real property acquisitions, disposals, lease management, utilization assessments, in-grant/out-grant actions, accountability reporting, and budget development activities
- Prepare and submit requests to Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) for new space requirements, modifications to existing space, and prescribed reporting documentation
- Manage preparation and submission of documentation required for Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) space requests and approvals
- Serve as the primary Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for Headquarters Air Force relocations within, into, or out of the NCR
- Develop and coordinate relocation plans for Air Force senior leader approval, ensuring affected staff organizations are properly supported throughout transition activities
- Plan and submit rent data for HQ DAF space requirements within the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) budget process
- Review, investigate, and coordinate requests for alterations, repairs, and facility change requirements involving HQ DAF occupied spaces
- Participate in organizational planning efforts associated with personnel realignments, mission changes, and functional adjustments impacting space allocation requirements
- Develop and manage operating budgets supporting alterations, repairs, and services for leased facilities
- Consult and coordinate with flag officers, senior civilian officials, OSD representatives, GSA personnel, and other stakeholders on space management matters
- Support special projects, initiatives, and executive-level assignments by conducting research, analyzing reports, preparing recommendations, and resolving complex facility and space management issues
- Provide technical and administrative support, brief leadership, and prepare executive-level responses when higher-level coordination or involvement is required
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required; degree in Facilities Management, Business, Public Administration, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field preferred
- 5 years or more experience supporting Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of War (DoW), or Federal space management, facilities management, or real property programs required
- Knowledge of HQ DAF, OSD, GSA, and WHS space management policies, procedures, and reporting requirements preferred
- 5 years or more of experience coordinating relocations, space planning, utilization analysis, and facility management activities within the National Capital Region (NCR) preferred
- 5 years or more of experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standard operating guidance related to space and facilities management preferred
- 5 years or more of experience supporting budget planning, POM submissions, lease management, and real property accountability activities preferred
- Ability to analyze complex space utilization issues and recommend strategic solutions to optimize facility usage
- Experience preparing reports, briefings, and executive-level correspondence for senior leadership stakeholders
- Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills required
- Experience coordinating with senior military officers, civilian executives, and interagency stakeholders preferred
- PowerBI and/or analytical experience preferred