Executive Director of Facilities Operations, U.S. Capitol Building
Architect of the Capitol (AOC)
Application
Details
Posted: 20-Feb-25
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Full Time
Salary: $150,160 - $216,600
Categories:
Engineering
Internal Number: CB-2025-130
The Architect of the Capitol is the steward of the landmark buildings and grounds of Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Today, there are more than 2,000 AOC employees serving around the clock to maintain and preserve the buildings and grounds.
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This is an exciting leadership role at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) for an exceptional and experienced professional engineer or architect. At the AOC, our employees are proud and passionate about AOC’s mission to serve Congress, the Supreme Court and the public. The Executive Director of Facilities Operations, U.S. Capitol Building, leads dedicated teams of architects, engineers, skilled trades, labor and custodial, technical and administrative staff supporting the building operations.
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The AOC seeks an exceptional, experienced, dynamic, results-driven and transformative leader who possesses demonstrated expertise and proven leadership in facilities management. The successful candidate will be able to skillfully collaborate and develop sustainable relationships with our stakeholders, external partners and organizational teams across the agency in order to further our vision in becoming a trusted partner with Congress.
The executive performs duties and responsibilities such as the following:
Serves as Executive Director charged with significant leadership responsibilities for the preservation, maintenance and operations of the Capitol Building including structural, mechanical, interior and exterior repair, maintenance, alterations, custodial and construction renovations.
Provides aspirational leadership of an organization comprised of over two hundred employees performing professional architecture, engineering, custodial, labor, various skilled trades, sustainability and preservation activities and services on a 24/7 schedule to accommodate congressional operations and public visitation.
Exercises direct management, administrative and program oversight of various skilled trades operations such as carpentry, custodial, electrical, elevator, heating and air conditioning, insulation, labor, masonry, painting, plumbing and sheet metal.
Plans, directs and controls maintenance and construction projects. Develops plans and schedules which are responsive to the dynamic nature of the U.S. Capitol Building Congressional business operations.
Leads a staff and is responsible for planning and organizing mission critical work, including setting objectives and priorities within resources provided by AOC so that all programs, services, functions and tasks are efficiently and effectively executed.
Serves in close and continuous coordination with appropriate congressional leadership, committees and Members of Congress, Capitol Building counterparts and senior leaders.
Ensures compliance with applicable Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, OSHA and AOC safety rules and regulations and trade safety requirements, material management, environment, sustainability and resource management.
Provides program management by exercising project control and authority throughout the various phases of renovation. Integrates the efforts involving multiple contractors and subcontractors, contracting officers and AOC staff.
Serves as Security Officer of the U. S. Capitol Building. Holds briefings, as assigned, in connection with visits to the Capitol by the President, Vice President and foreign dignitaries.
Provides expert guidance, advice and recommendations to the Architect of the Capitol, Deputy Architect and Chief of Operations on problems and critical matters pertaining to construction, maintenance and operations.
Serves as the representative or consultant for the agency at interagency and international meetings dealing with the leadership of sustainability practices for historic, iconic buildings.
Manages the Capitol Flag Program.
The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Candidates must have proven leadership/managerial experience in facilities and construction management involving the management of multi-million-dollar annual budgets for maintenance, renovation and preservation of historic buildings and assets.
Candidates must also have demonstrated ability to manage complex construction programs and be a proven leader in executing and delivering results to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Strong competency in building coalitions internally and externally to achieve common goals is essential.
Advancing our diverse culture in promoting AOC’s values with a commitment to inclusivity and civility are paramount. Thoughtful leadership and a passion for AOC staff are required to foster employee engagement and to strengthen internal organizational infrastructure to support ongoing excellence. Executive presence and excellent communication skills are essential.
Conditions of Employment
Filing of a Financial Disclosure Report.
Successful completion of a background investigation commensurate with the risk and sensitivity level of the position.
Successful completion of pre-employment and applicable random drug testing required.
Meets qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
You must provide narratives to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Professional Technical Qualification (PTQ).
To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:
A citizen of the United States;
A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.
Applicants must meet the Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual for General Engineering.
Recognizing the trust placed in us by Congress and the American people, the AOC team is committed to providing a safe environment and inspiring experiences for all who work and visit the symbol of American democracy.
The AOC is rooted in a tradition of unique craftsmanship and ingenuity. Tracing its beginnings to the laying of the Capitol cornerstone in 1793, the AOC is responsible for the operations and care of more than 18.5 million square feet of facilities, 570 acres of grounds and thousands of works of art. The Capitol campus is home to 30,000 daily occupants and hosts about 3 million visitors annually.
