U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System, Reno, NV, seeks an Interior Designer at GS-11 level to design interior environments, develop standards, and lead space planning and project coordination within the Facilities Management Service. The role requires coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and structural disciplines and delivering designs that meet health, safety, and welfare standards.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the Boise VA Medical Center is seeking an Interior Designer to manage an integrated Interior Design Program from conceptualization through implementation. Responsibilities include programming, space planning, coordination with mechanical/electrical/structural disciplines, and overseeing furniture, finishes, and artwork. This role requires knowledge of design standards, post-occupancy evaluations, and collaboration with Facility Management Service to

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Interior Designer to deliver comprehensive design services for the Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health care System, spanning multiple outpatient clinics and facilities including Laredo, McAllen, Harlingen, Corpus Christi, and Brownsville. The role requires mastery of interior design principles, space planning, and coordination with engineers and clinical stakeholders to ensure health, safety, and welfare, while meeting project budgets and timelines.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Boise, , is looking for an Interior Designer to manage and implement interior design projects within the Boise VA Medical Center. Responsibilities include developing design plans, preparing technical drawings, and collaborating with facility management for interior improvements.The ideal candidate should have experience in interior design, technical drawing, and project management. This role offers a chance to directly impact the veteran community's living environments.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Minimum Qualifications - GS-9 - You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal Service - that equipped you with the particular knowledge - skills - and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this Interior Designer position at a developmental level - and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Minimum Qualifications - GS-11 - You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal Service - that equipped you with the particular knowledge - skills - and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this Interior Designer position - and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Major duties and responsibilities include: Serves as a Consultant Adviser - Specifier - and Designer of all spaces involved in new construction and renovation drawings provided by Architects/Engineers - as well as the Designer for In-House Construction CrewDevelops and directs planning and scheduling of short and long range interior improvement projectsInvestigates - researches - selects - and specifies furniture - furnishings - and accessories with input from usersPrepares technical drawings and specifications for Station-Level - Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) and Minor construction projects consistent with generally accepted engineering and construction practicesPrepares floor plans - finish plans - furniture plans - elevations - finish schedules - presentation boards - and cost estimates that are complete and accurateWorks closely with Facility Management Service personnel to assure suitable materials and colors are used in all construction projectsReviews architect submittals for compliance with regulations and facility design criteria - acting as a Technical Representative for design and finish mattersMonitors - inspects - and certifies that work completed by contractors meets contract specificationsAdministers and supervises service contacts for interior design projects such as with the installation of artwork - carpet - window coverings - custom millwork - and systems furnitureResponsible for the design - cost estimates - inspecting the work - and certifying that the final product meets contract specificationsCollaborates closely with the Medical Center Facility Management staff to track - identify - record - coordinate - and inform of Project ProgressSupervises and manages flooring replacement projects and remodel projects by coordinating - directing and inspecting work to ensure proper design - material use - and installations are completed as designed on time and in budgetReviews shop drawings - contract drawings - and manufacturer' equipment drawings making necessary changes to insure proper fit and operationResearches acoustical performance - appropriate ergonomics - adequate lighting - and color coordinationOriginates and enters orders for furniture - signage - window coverings - privacy curtains - floor coverings - art work - ambient lighting - accessories - and interior landscapingMeets with requestors to evaluate ergonomic concernsSelects products and coordinates installationFollows up to assure products selected meet the needsDevelops and maintains standardization of Color Schemes/Themes and Signage and Wayfinding systemAdvises and recommends improvements for all patient care environments includingPrimary Care - OR - ICU - SDU - 2MS - CLC - Hospice - RSAT - Behavioral Health - Optical - Dental - Sleep Lab - Research - Women's Wellness Center - and Blood LabAdvises and recommends improvement for all employee work environments includingoffices - labs - kitchens - shops - industrial - laundry - warehouse - garages - etc.Assures that all furnishings used meet all the applicable life safety and environmentally preferred standardsAssess pre-occupancy conditions and conducts post occupancy assessmentsEvaluates and complete technical reviews for Contracting Officers making recommendations of vendors to Contracting OfficersPrepares project budgets and yearly furniture and finishes budgetsPrepares budgetary figures for construction projects for supplemental agreementsCoordinates the activation process for newly completed buildings and renovationsand Performs other duties as assignedPromotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory - qualification - and performance requirements are metSelection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance levelWork Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am to 4:30pm MST Virtual: This is not a virtual positionPosition Description/PD#: Interior Designer/PD604150 and PD604160 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorizedCritical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not authorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorizedPCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not authorized.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Interior Designer in New Orleans to lead the interior design program across multiple facilities. This role includes planning, implementing, and managing projects while coordinating with vendors to ensure compliance with VA standards. Candidates should have a background in interior design or a related field, with qualifications including a minimum of 30 semester hours or passing the NCIDQ exam. Telework options may be available, though this is not a virtual position. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Specialized Experience: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS‑9) in the Federal service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of an Interior Designer, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is experience that required the performance of work concerned with the design and alteration of interior spaces to meet functional and aesthetic needs such as: 1) Identifying‑researching‑and‑creatively solving problems pertaining to the function and quality of the interior environment; 2) Performing services relative to interior spaces – including programming, design analysis, space planning and aesthetics – using specialized knowledge of interior construction, building systems and components, building codes, equipment, materials, and furnishings; 3) Preparing drawings and documents relative to the design of interior spaces in order to enhance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public; 4) Coordinating and integrating the mechanical‑electrical‑and structural engineering disciplines within the interior context; 5) Managing projects – developing cost estimates, evaluating bid proposals, reviewing construction documents, participating in on‑site construction visits, conducting pre‑ and post‑occupancy evaluations, developing standards for efficient space management – etc. We cannot accept photographs; therefore please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION – YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** The major duties include but are not limited to: Performs and manages work related to the design of interior environments to promote employee productivity, health and welfare, and/or the health and welfare of the public. Works with direct supervisor to coordinate and maintain a schedule of short and long‑range interior improvement projects for the facility through the 5‑year interior design plan and other programs to identify existing and future project needs.

Summary Interior Designer serves as the Interior Designer in the office of the Chief - Facilities Management Service. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-09 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs technical - administrative and/or professional work involved in managing - administering - operating or supporting services and programs related to the operation and safety of VA facilities Creates and designs interior environments in order to promote employee productivity - health and welfare - and/or health and welfare of the public Interior Designer is interior design program manager responsible for a wide range of interior design related duties which include but are not limited to: Acoustical performance - appropriate ergonomics - adequate lighting and color coordination Interior - exterior and community way-finding (signage) Improvement of patient care environments Improvement of employee work environments - offices - labs - kitchens - shops - industrial - laundry - warehouse - garages - etc Accessibility dealing barrier free design based on the VA Barrier Free Design Standard Standardization of color schemes/themes and signage Participation in the initial space planning with facility planner(s) to ensure space is adequate for furnishings that are needed Selecting with input from customers and entering orders for furnishings in VISTA and specifying and creating documentation for projects submitted in FORCE for Contracting to issue solicitations and bids for projects for purchase Assessment of pre-occupancy conditions relative to facility planning and moves in conjunction with Facility Planner(s) Coordination and planning of moves as a member of the moves work group chaired by facility planning Confirmation/Research of all furnishings used will meet all the applicable life safety standards Serves as a member of the Ergonomics work group Historical preservation in conjunction with a consultant specialist in the field Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory - qualification - and performance requirements are met Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday - Friday - 0730 - 1600 Telework: Not authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description/PD#: Interior Designer/PD03368A

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Interior Designer for the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This role encompasses managing all aspects of interior design for the Medical Center and associated clinics. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare design, project management, and familiarity with interior design software like AutoCAD and Revit. Telework may be authorized. Education requirements include an appropriate degree in interior design and relevant specialized experience.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Interior Designer to lead the planning and operational management of an interior design program. Responsibilities include coordinating with staff and vendors, ensuring compliance with design regulations, and managing furniture procurement. Candidates must meet specific educational and experience qualifications, including a focus on interior design and project management. This is a full-time role based in Shreveport, Louisiana, with the possibility of telework. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A governmental healthcare organization is seeking an Interior Designer to manage a comprehensive Interior Design program. The role includes creating designs, managing projects, and coordinating interior environments for medical facilities. Qualified candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience or equivalent education, and should be proficient with CAD software. The position is located at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven, CT. Full-time work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

A federal health care organization is seeking a skilled Interior Designer for the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System. This role involves advising on the design and planning of spaces in new and renovated construction projects, ensuring functional and aesthetic needs are met. The ideal candidate must possess substantial experience in interior design and project management, along with strong interpersonal skills for collaboration. Applicants need a relevant graduate degree and meet specialized experience requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr