Healthcare Interior Designer — On-Site Design Leader

Summary This position is located within the Engineering Service at the VA Healthcare System of the Ozarks (VHSO) in Fayetteville - AR. The Interior Designer plans and implements a comprehensive Interior Design Program which includes providing complete – from concept to installation – interior design services for the organization, including satellite facilities. Qualifications To qualify for this position at the GS‑11 grade level you must meet one of the following requirements: 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. Education: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major study in interior design or other field that included or was supplemented by at least 30 semester hours in interior design, interior architecture, or interior environmental design; or passed the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) examination. This education must have been obtained at an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the Interior Designer position. Please submit unofficial or official transcripts with your application materials. (Documentation is required.) If qualifying based on passage of the NCIDQ exam, submit a copy of the certification. (Certification is required.) Combination: An equivalent combination of successfully completed graduate level education beyond the second year and specialized experience – as described above – which may be used to meet the total requirements for this grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the Interior Designer position. (Documentation is required.) Driver’s License Requirement (Screen‑out): This position requires driving a government vehicle to perform the duties of the position – therefore a current, valid state driver’s license is required. We cannot accept photographs; therefore please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you may be required to provide a copy of your current and valid state‑issued driver’s license. Physical Requirements: Work may vary from seated work at a desk to extensive walking throughout the facility and satellite facilities. Work may require some lifting (<50 lbs), light furniture moving, carrying heavy catalogs/artwork/samples, and traveling to showrooms and satellite facilities. Dexterity is required related to duties performed in drafting, sketching, and writing. Site visits may encounter noise, fumes, dust, debris; precautionary measures and personal protective equipment as required by OSHA and project conditions must be used. For more information on these qualification standards please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Duties ***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. Provides technical expertise to coworkers and contractors and routinely coordinates with engineers, architects, and other designers to ensure compliance with VA regulations and facility design criteria. Acts as a technical representative for design and finish specifications matters and manages the facility furniture program. Influences design of new construction from conception through activation by an in‑depth knowledge of use requirements and availability of resources to fulfill these requirements. Ensures that appropriately designed finish plans are formulated and comply with commercial building codes, safety and environmental guidelines and the VA master specification for all renovation and new construction projects. Plans, specifics, writes procurement packages, supervises installation and acts as the contracting officer’s representative for all furniture procurements within the facility. Works with direct supervisor to create a 5‑year furniture replacement program for the facility. Provides plans, consultation, advice, specifications, and designs for virtually all spaces involved in new construction and/or renovation. Reviews Architect/Engineer submittals for compliance with VA regulations and facility design criteria. 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. Works with direct supervisor to determine priorities and utilize an annual interior design budget in recurring funds and budgeting projects that may involve millions of dollars in nonrecurring funds. Prepares and enters about 225 to 250 purchase card orders each year in four fund control points: Medical Interior Design, Admin Interior Design, Facility Interior Design, and Medical scrubs. Develops the interior/exterior signage and wayfinding plan for the facility. Represents the facility at various design‑trade functions and maintains an effective rapport with design‑industry vendors and/or representatives. Coordinates furniture moves within the facility and off‑site locations. Participates in planning and coordinating moves with move team, utility shutdowns, phases, and other requirements for construction projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm – subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved. Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.