Summary
This announcement has been extended. Applicant(s) who have applied do not need to re-apply. Applicants must assure that application materials clearly supports the qualification requirements to qualify. This position reports to Deputy Chief, Facilities Management Service, VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System and is located Sierra Nevada Health Care System, Reno, Nevada.
Duties
- ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provides consulting services on requirements and code requirements for materials proposed in renovation, modernization and new construction for major, minor and non-recurring maintenance construction projects. Serves as a trouble-shooter on unique problems or in the resolution of design problems to improve or enhance operations or improve facility ergonomics and wayfinding. Assists and advises on ergonomic issues and employee accommodation products, and agency responsibilities, etc. Improvement of employee work environments - offices, labs, kitchens, shops, industrial, laundry, warehouse, garages, etc. Prepares conceptual drawings, floor plans, finish schedules, furniture replacement schedules. Participates in the initial space planning with facility planner(s) to ensure space is adequate for furnishings that are needed. Serves as a member of the Ergonomics work group. Initiates and aids in development of all station construction projects furnishings and finishes. Responsible for the design, cost estimates, inspecting the work and certifying that the final product meets project specifications except where substitutes were accepted from project specifications. Addresses historic preservation issues in conjunction with consultants as required. Evaluates requests and developing long and short-term interior improvement projects. Administers service contacts for interior design projects were required such as the installation of artwork, carpet, window treatments, custom millwork and systems furniture, etc. Develops and maintains a comprehensive resource library of interior design literature consisting of contract and non-contract literature dealing with all aspects of the design field. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The majority of work requires only moderate physical effort. At times the Interior Designer will be required to stand for long periods of time, walk a lot, stoop, bend, climb, crawl and work in cramped and awkward positions. Interior Designer must have good eyesight, depth and color perception. Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office. Position requires limited travel to off campus leased space. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Required Documents" below for details. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.