Facility Operations Specialist

About the role

The Facility Operations Specialist is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day operations and long‑term maintenance of the George H.W. Bush and William J. Clinton Presidential Libraries. Reporting to senior on‑site management and NARA program offices, the role ensures that all building systems, security, and emergency procedures function smoothly to support museum activities, exhibits, and special events.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic analysis, planning and reporting for facility operations to senior management and NARA offices.
• Act as Contracting Officer’s Representative for facility services contracts and handle small purchases as Contracting Officer.
• Develop, implement and maintain occupant emergency plans and safety‑training programs.
• Coordinate support for planned functions, exhibits and special events, including contractor and rental management.
• Oversee operational requirements for HVAC, ventilation, elevators, electrical, security and other building systems.
• Manage day‑to‑day and projected long‑term maintenance, repairs and upgrades of the facility infrastructure and grounds.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a background investigation.
• One year of full‑time experience in facility management, operations or related public/private sector work.
• Ability to work with contractors and perform physical tasks such as walking, bending, climbing.
• Willingness to complete federal employment declarations, PIV verification and use a government‑issued charge card.

Required skills

• HVAC system knowledge
• Electrical systems expertise
• Security systems operation
• Project management
• Contract management

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in nationally significant historic institutions.
• Professional development within the federal service.
• Comprehensive benefits and a structured career path.