Space & Facilities Administrator

Summary

This position has primary responsibility for the management and oversight of all space and facilities projects. Responsibility includes the planning, design, project management, technical review and financial management planning for all space and facility projects, and district-wide coordination of all building activities for the court unit including overseeing all aspects of emergency preparedness and continuity of operations planning.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Manage all aspects of court space and facilities projects including budget, schedules, construction, etc.; review construction drawings and GSA contract specification documents and blueprints; develop furniture layouts and furniture procurement/purchase orders; coordinate moves; prepare reports and requests; advise unit executives and judges regarding design, construction, building operations and ongoing facility maintenance; coordinate routine and cyclical building maintenance; act as liaison with the Administrative Office, GSA, contractors, outside vendors and other agencies; plan, administer and oversee the coordination of emergency preparedness, emergency communication and continuity of operations plan (COOP); follow U.S. Courts Design Guide and other judiciary policies and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the United States. (See Citizenship Requirements for Employment in the Judiciary for additional information.) Judiciary employees serve under excepted appointments. Judiciary employees are considered "at will" and are not covered by federal civil service classifications or regulations. This position is subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer (direct deposit) of payment of federal wages. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully complete a five-year background investigation with periodic updates every five years thereafter. Appointment is provisional and retention is contingent upon a favorable suitability determination of the background investigation. The U.S. Courts require employees to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.


Work is performed in an office setting or construction site and may occur at
divisional offices, off-site locations or temporary duty stations. Some travel is
required. Some lifting of boxes and moving of furniture is required. May
occasionally require that work be performed outside the normal business hours

Qualifications

Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent plus have two years of specialized experience (progressively responsible experience closely related to the position) , OR

• For CL-27 - Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• For CL-28 - Completion of a master's degree or two years of graduate study (27 semester or 54 quarter hours) in an accredited university

Education

Bachelors Degree Preferred

Additional information

The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date without prior notice. Reimbursement of travel and/or relocation expenses is not authorized. All information provided by applicants is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false statements or omission(s) of information on any application materials may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after being employed. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

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.

Benefits

Employees of the U.S. District Court have access to an excellent benefits package which includes the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), Thrift Savings Plan (like 401k), health, life, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending program, 11 paid holidays per year, paid parking, and a leave accrual program. For additional benefit information, visit

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants will be evaluated based on application materials submitted, applicable experience, etc. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Required Documents

A cover letter that describes how their previous experience has prepared them for this position; a detailed resume; contact information for 3 professional references, and a completed Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, AO78 form, (NOTE: Applicants are not required to fill out the Optional Background Information section (Questions 19 - 21) on page 5 of the application).

How to Apply

All required documents must be sent via email as one PDF file to [email protected]. Position open until filled.


For additional application and position details, visit the court's website at .

Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email

[email protected]

Address

US District Court, Western District of Michigan
399 Federal Bldg.
110 Michigan St., NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
US

Next steps

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Overview

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

02/12/2026 to 08/12/2026

Salary

$59,732 to - $116,394 per year

Pay scale & grade

CL 27 - 28

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Grand Rapids, MI

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

28

Job family (Series)

• 1640 Facility Operations Services

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Other

Drug test

No

Financial disclosure

No

Bargaining unit status

No

Announcement number

DE-12886433-26-AB

Control number

857992400