NSA-21-032 - FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (FULL TIME)

U. S. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE – BAHRAIN
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
MERIT PROMOTION PROGRAM

***EFFECTIVE 01 NOVEMBER 2020, all applicants are required to complete the Foreign National Screening Questionnaire. Failure to attach the form to your application will result in non-consideration. ***

(This Form is located in the Instructions Folder on the Google Drive) 
PLEASE READ THE “HOW TO APPLY” SECTION CAREFULLY FOR INSTRUCTIONS.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: applicationbahrain@me.navy.mil
All Resumes/CVs not received by the closing date will NOT receive consideration.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN THE NON-CONSIDERATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

-ANNOUNCEMENT #: NSA-21-032
-OPENING DATE: 11-MAY-2021
-POSITION: FACILITY OPERATIONS SPECILAIST
-CLOSING DATE: 20-MAY-2021
-PP-SERIES-GRADE: BG-1640-09/11
-APPOINTMENT TYPE: FULL TIME / PERM
-MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: BD655.268– BD1420.301
-HOUR OF DUTY: 40 HRS
-LOCATION: MWR, NSA BAHRAIN
-VACANCIES: 01
-WHO MAY APPLY: BAHRAINI CITIZENS; NON-U.S. CITIZEN FAMILY MEMBERS; ARAB NATIONALS; THIRD COUNTRY NATIONALS; AND CURRENT BG EMPLOYEES.

ABOUT THE JOB
The Facility Management Specialist (FMS) will oversee large holdings of United States government (USG)-owned and leased properties
and ensure they are maintained within accepted U.S. standards and in a safe and operable condition. Incumbent will determine and
advise Tenant Commands and Building Managers of appropriate policies and professional procedures to be applied towards the
sustainability and management of all facilities.
Acts as the primary point of contact between the Public Work Officer and the specific commands and tenants under his/her cognizance
ensuring mission requirements are upheld for all facilities, roadways, parking areas, and all other areas governed within the
installation. The incumbent independently plans and executes assignments and makes decisions, proposals, and recommendations
based on his/her knowledge of local policies/procedures and practical knowledge of engineering methodology and techniques
pertaining to maintenance and construction practices. Assists and briefs clients on the Regional Engineer/Public Works Department
organization and how each department works in relation to requesting work, initiating funding, source selection of contractors, quality
control, and other related policies. Develops scopes of work, independent government estimates and plans and specifications for
projects, and ensures approved work is completed according to requirements and specification established in the scope of work. FMS
will manage all physical resources, assets and associated Component Inventory Management Units (CIMU) in accordance with the
Infrastructure Condition Assessment Program (ICAP). Screens, classifies and submits requests for minor and specific projects, and
ensures all updates for redesigned and replaced Real Property Installed Equipment for facilities within their Area of Responsibility are
efficiently and effectively updated within Single Platform Maximo (MAXIMO).
Assigned under the Requirements Branch Head, incumbent communicates to upper management any and all concerns related to
clients, productivity, financial transactions and future work efforts being accomplished for the facilities assigned. Completed works
are evaluated in terms feasibility, compatibility with other work, and effectiveness in meeting Branch Head and customer
requirements. The FMS must adhere to the highest standards of integrity, dependability, attention to detail, teamwork and
cooperation while accepting the need to travel and train when delegated.

QUALIFICATIONS/EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1600/facility-
operations-services-series-1640/

BG-09: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One (1) year equivalent to at least BG-07 level OR EDUCATION: 1 year of progressively higher
level graduate education or superior academic achievement (Provide Transcripts).

BG-11: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One (1) year equivalent to at least BG-09 level OR EDUCATION: 2 years of progressively higher
level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related (Provide
Transcripts). Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels and positions for which both education and experience are acceptable.
- You must meet ALL qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- To qualify for this position, your resume/CV must show sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and
abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes/CVs that do not reflect
the necessary experience/education to meet the qualification standards for the job will not be referred for consideration.
- Generally, current BG Civilian employees applying for BG jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This
requirement is called time-in-grade. All qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of
this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.
- Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of
the experience or related education as reflected on their resume/CV.
- Please note: If you do not identify the name and phone number of each employer, the title of each job performed
(including pay plan and grade if applicable), as well as the start and ending dates (Month/Year) of employment in your
Resume/CV your application will NOT be referred for consideration.
- Candidates MUST ensure:
o Work experience clearly shows knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position.
o Number of hours (40/48hrs) performed per week.
o Technical skills to successfully perform the duties of the position.
o Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Applicant must be able to speak, read, write and understand English fluently.
- Applicant must be 18 years of age at the time of application.
- Applicants other than Bahraini/Arab Nationals must be registered in LMRA.
- Applicants whose sponsors are exempted from LMRA should provide valid proof of exemption.
- A Current Good Conduct Certificate dated within 3 months of this announcement will be requested at the time of Job Offer.
- Applicant will be required to some physical exertion such as long periods of standing and walking, bending, climbing up onto
roofs, cooling towers, down into manholes and tunnels crouching and stopping, while performing inspections or field surveys
of facilities.

- VISA, PASSPORT, CPR MUST BE VALID FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS AT APPLICATION RECEIPT DATE.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Resume or CV (ABSOLUTELY NO PHOTOS/PICTURES or ZIP FILES). One resume/ application ONLY. Multiple
resumes/applications will NOT be accepted.
- Transcripts (if qualifying on basis of education) Transcripts must be translated to English to be considered.
- Copy of CPR (Front and Back)
- Copy of SF-50 (Internal Applicants)
- Family Affiliation (Mandatory)
- Foreign National Screening Questionnaire (This Form is located in the Instructions Folder on the Google Drive)
- Applicants whose sponsors are exempted from LMRA should provide valid proof of exemption.
- Copy of Spouse’s PCS order/Dependent entry approval for Non-U.S. Citizen Spouse
- Copy of Passport & Work Residence Permit

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS
-All documents must be legible. No photos/pictures are permitted on resumes.
- Do not submit training certificates, letters of appreciation, experience certificates and any other documents not listed on
this announcement.
- Please provide information regarding any relatives currently employed by the U.S. Navy in Bahrain. The written statement
should state if you have or do not have a family member working with the U. S. Navy. This information may be provided in your Resume/CV or in an attached statement. Failure to disclose any/all family affiliations will result in the non- consideration of application or termination of employment.

o Full name of relative (as reflected on CPR Card), Relationship (e.g., spouse, brother, cousin, uncle, etc.), Job Title, and Department.

- If all the required documents above are not provided by the closing date of the announcement, your resume/CV will not
receive consideration.
- Transcripts must be translated to English to be considered. Education outside of the United States must be equivalent to education gained in conventional/accredited U.S. program to be acceptable for Federal employment. If you received a degree abroad, you must get your degree reviewed by a U.S. based credential evaluation service. Please utilize the following link for service providers. https://www.naces.org/members

HOW TO APPLY
**ANY** applicant within the “WHO MAY APPLY” section may now submit online at: applicationbahrain@me.navy.mil
- Your application MUST have the Announcement Number in the subject line of your e-mailed application
(i.e. NSA-19-XXX) AND be received by the closing date. If this requirement is not met your application will not be
considered.
- Your application WILL NOT be considered if the announcement number is not in the e-mail subject line.
- Only ONE email will be accepted per vacancy announcement. If more than one email is sent only the most RECENT
will be accepted.
- Failure to submit applicable required documents (as attachments) will result in your application not being considered.
- Your resume will not be kept on file – it will only be used for this announced vacancy. If you wish to apply for another
vacancy then you will have to send in another resume.
- PLEASE DO NOT submit your documents as zip files or pictures (.JPEG, .JPG, .PNG, .GIF). Documents/Attachments
other than PDF or Word Files will not be considered.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Department of Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration
without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
Once your completed application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. The candidates rated
eligible will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. No notifications are given regarding receipt or status
of your application. You will only be notified if you are selected for the position.

For further inquiries please call 1785-4763 or e-mail us at HROBahrain@me.navy.mil.

We will not be accepting resumes that are sent to this e-mail.

** Please note that HROBahrain@me.navy.mil is for INQUIRIES ONLY. Do NOT submit your resume to this e-mail. **