SAF/AA Facility Space Planner – Surge PWS 1.07

Space Management And Planning Specialist

Must be a US Citizen who currently possesses a Secret Clearance. This is an onsite position 5 days a week. Looking for local candidates only and ability to travel up to 25%.

Position Description:

• Serve as the single point of contact for all Headquarters, Department of the Air Force (HQ DAF) space management and planning matters within the Pentagon, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Joint Base Andrews, and leased space throughout the National Capital Region (NCR)
• Initiate, plan, and coordinate real property and space management programs supporting HQ DAF mission requirements
• Conduct interviews, on-site inspections, and space validation assessments in accordance with Rules of Engagement (ROE) established by SAF/AA, OSD, and GSA policies and guidance
• Analyze and strategically allocate space resources to optimize utilization and support organizational mission objectives
• Develop procedures, guidance, and instructions governing facility space allocation and management based on higher-level policy and industry best practices
• Procure, manage, allocate, and control utilization of office, storage, and special use space for HQ DAF offices, Direct Reporting Units (DRUs), Field Operating Agencies (FOAs), and named activities throughout the NCR
• Support real property acquisitions, disposals, lease management, utilization assessments, in-grant/out-grant actions, accountability reporting, and budget development activities
• Prepare and submit requests to Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) for new space requirements, modifications to existing space, and prescribed reporting documentation
• Manage preparation and submission of documentation required for Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) space requests and approvals
• Serve as the primary Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for Headquarters Air Force relocations within, into, or out of the NCR
• Develop and coordinate relocation plans for Air Force senior leader approval, ensuring affected staff organizations are properly supported throughout transition activities
• Plan and submit rent data for HQ DAF space requirements within the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) budget process
• Review, investigate, and coordinate requests for alterations, repairs, and facility change requirements involving HQ DAF occupied spaces
• Participate in organizational planning efforts associated with personnel realignments, mission changes, and functional adjustments impacting space allocation requirements
• Develop and manage operating budgets supporting alterations, repairs, and services for leased facilities
• Consult and coordinate with flag officers, senior civilian officials, OSD representatives, GSA personnel, and other stakeholders on space management matters
• Support special projects, initiatives, and executive-level assignments by conducting research, analyzing reports, preparing recommendations, and resolving complex facility and space management issues
• Provide technical and administrative support, brief leadership, and prepare executive-level responses when higher-level coordination or involvement is required

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Facilities Management, Business, Public Administration, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field preferred
• 5 years or more experience supporting Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of War (DoW), or Federal space management, facilities management, or real property programs required
• Knowledge of HQ DAF, OSD, GSA, and WHS space management policies, procedures, and reporting requirements preferred
• 5 years or more of experience coordinating relocations, space planning, utilization analysis, and facility management activities within the National Capital Region (NCR) preferred
• 5 years or more of experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standard operating guidance related to space and facilities management preferred
• 5 years or more of experience supporting budget planning, POM submissions, lease management, and real property accountability activities preferred
• Ability to analyze complex space utilization issues and recommend strategic solutions to optimize facility usage
• Experience preparing reports, briefings, and executive-level correspondence for senior leadership stakeholders
• Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills required
• Experience coordinating with senior military officers, civilian executives, and interagency stakeholders preferred
• PowerBI and/or analytical experience preferred