Below are the opportunities currently open for applications via USAJOBS.gov.

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Interdisciplinary Architect/General Engineer/Community Planner

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer, Planning and Project Development Division, Facilities Planning Branch. The selectee will serve as a General Engineer, Architect or Community Planner and perform program management and/or project identification and development, with emphasis on projects involving work derived from the facility condition assessment database and new or existing public space or facilities in the master plan.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0020
Community Planning
Grade Level
GS
11 - 13
Salary
$82,764.00
$153,354.00

Business Operations Manager (Director of Business Operations)

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Executive Director, U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG), Administrative Division. The selectee will serve as the Director of Business Operations serving on the senior leadership team and providing essential business services, analytical and management leadership related to procurement, budget, material management, human capital management, and strategic planning in support of the goals and operations of the USBG. Visit: U.S. Botanic Garden
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0301
Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Fire Protection Engineer

The Architect of the Capitol, Office of Safety and Code Compliance, Fire Marshal Division is seeking a reliable and detail oriented Fire Protection Engineer to review and provide recommendations for the design, construction and/or modification of fire protection systems, equipment, assemblies for buildings under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0804
Fire Protection Engineering
Grade Level
GS
12 - 13
Salary
$99,200.00
$153,354.00

Gardener

The USBG is comprised of nearly 70 positions across four divisions: Administrative, Learning and Engagement, Horticulture, and Operations. The USBG inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. The USBG provides educational experiences to 1 million visitors annually, presents horticultural displays and exhibits, strives to break down barriers to inclusion, and advances the exchange of ideas and information. Learn more: U.S. Botanic Garden.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5003
Gardening
Grade Level
WG
06 - 08
Salary
$25.89
$35.10

General Engineer/Architect

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division. The selectee is responsible for project management, with emphasis on projects involving new or existing facilities and infrastructure systems and provides overall life-cycle project management with responsibility to provide expertise, coordination, oversight and direction for multiple projects throughout the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Wood Crafter

These temporary positions are located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Division, Construction Branch. Candidates must have journey level experience in commercial or industrial projects involving carpentry and wood crafting skills. Journey Level experience must be clearly shown in the applicant's Work History.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4605
Wood Crafting
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Materials Handler (Forklift Operator)

The incumbent operates a forklift to transport compressed bales of cardboard, magazines, newspapers, books, bottles and materials compressed by a baling machine. The incumbent also receives incoming vendor shipments and assists with disposal of waste materials such as cans and recyclable metals as well as ensures committee rooms and other areas where access is restricted to day operations are cleaned.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
6907
Materials Handler
Grade Level
WG
06
Salary
$25.89
$30.20

Mechanical Engineer

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Energy and Design Services Division, Fire Protection and Mechanical Engineering Branch. The selectee will be responsible for carrying out projects involving the design, installation, replacement, modernization, inspection and testing of central heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0830
Mechanical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
11 - 12
Salary
$82,764.00
$128,956.00

Carpenter

These positions are located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Division, Construction Branch. The selectee will be responsible for providing carpentry support to new construction and renovation projects in assigned jurisdictions within the Architect of the Capitol.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4607
Carpentry
Grade Level
WG
09
Salary
$31.81
$37.19

Safety and Occupational Health Manager

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of Safety and Code Compliance, Safety Division. The incumbent establishes policy and conducts oversight to ensure compliance with safety, fire and environmental laws and regulations. The Safety Division is responsible for policy and program development, implementation support and evaluations with regards to occupational health, safety and industrial hygiene.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0018
Safety and Occupational Health Management
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Supervisory General Engineer

The position is organizationally located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations, Assistant Director, Utility Services Division, Utility Distribution Branch. The incumbent serves as Supervisory General Engineer, Utility Distribution Branch, and provides leadership and management of operations, maintenance and repair of utility distribution systems and tunnels involved in distributing steam and chilled water.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Health and Fitness Specialist

Position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent Client Services Division, Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility. Responsible for administering programs in exercise, general nutrition, stress management, and other preventive health measures to Members of Congress. Provides activities to enhance the health, physical fitness and restorative needs of the Members, including group exercise classes and general strength and balance development.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0640
Health Aid And Technician
Grade Level
GS
11
Salary
$82,764.00
$107,590.00

Supervisory Electrical Engineer

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer, Energy and Design Services Division, Electrical Engineering Branch. The selectee provides expertise in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic systems for the AOC. ** A Professional Engineering license is highly desirable, but not required.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0850
Electrical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
14 - 15
Salary
$139,395.00
$191,900.00

Elevator Mechanic (Electronics)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Operations Division, Elevator Branch. The incumbent is an Elevator Mechanic (Electronics) and performs a variety of electronic functions in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of elevators, lifts, escalators and various industrial equipment in the House Office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5301
Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Grade Level
WG
11 - 12
Salary
$35.33
$43.32

Elevator Mechanic (Electronics) Worker

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, House Office Buildings, Facilities Operations Division, Elevator Branch. The selectee assists with a variety of electronic functions in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of elevators, lifts, escalators and various industrial equipment in the House office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5301
Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Grade Level
WG
05 - 08
Salary
$23.72
$35.10

Supervisory Contract Specialist

This position is located at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Supplies, Services and Material Management Division (SSMMD), Simplified Acquisition Branch (SAB). The Supervisory Contract Specialist (Branch Chief) performs a variety of duties, functions and responsibilities of the Division for inviting competitive bids, quotes, and proposals between the AOC and private concerns for acquisition of supplies and services on behalf of the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1102
Contracting
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Management and Program Analyst (Senior Analyst)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD). The senior analyst and advisor is responsible for advising management regarding workforce planning and position management, data analytics projects and program reporting. The position also serves as a HCMD representative managing and coordinating data requests from internal and external sources including Congressional Oversight.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0343
Management And Program Analysis
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Gardener (Advanced) Supervisor

This position is located at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Office of the Chief of Operations, Capitol Grounds and Arboretum; Gardening Division. The Selectee will be responsible for the management, planning, operation, and appearance of the AOC gardens and grounds and their meeting the highest standards of horticultural excellence. Supervises Gardeners through subordinate supervisors and leaders. The position is emergency essential.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5003
Gardening
Grade Level
WS
09
Salary
$41.97
$48.97

Information Technology Specialist (Human Resources Information Systems)

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD). The Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) program manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining HCMD’s suite of human resources information systems and providing technical expertise on system operations, personnel applications, and programs to improve human resources work methods and procedures through automation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2210
Information Technology Management
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Pipefitter

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Assistant Superintendent, Facility Operations Division, Maintenance Branch, Plumbing Section. The selectee serves as an Journeyman level Pipefitter and/or Plumber performing troubleshooting, repair and installing plumbing systems and components in assigned Capitol Complex work sites that include monumental iconic historic buildings with a complex infrastructure on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4204
Pipefitting
Grade Level
WG
11
Salary
$35.33
$41.28

Arborist

The USBG is comprised of nearly 70 positions across four divisions: Administrative, Learning and Engagement, Horticulture, and Operations. The USBG inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. The USBG provides educational experiences to 1 million visitors annually, presents horticultural displays and exhibits, strives to break down barriers to inclusion, and advances the exchange of ideas and information. Learn more: U.S. Botanic Garden.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5042
Tree Trimming And Removing
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Wood Crafter

These positions are located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), House Office Buildings, Tenant Services Division, Carpentry Branch. The AOC seeks temporary wood crafters for the upcoming 119th Congressional Moves. Wood Crafters will begin November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled 6 days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4605
Wood Crafting
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Decorative Plasterer

The House Office Buildings seeks temporary Decorative Plasterers for the upcoming 119th Congressional Moves. Temporary plasterers will begin approximately the week of November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory. The selectees will serve as journey level Plasterers and perform standard painting tasks when necessary.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
3605
Plastering
Grade Level
WG
11
Salary
$32.33
$41.28

Painter

The House Office Buildings, Painting Branch seeks temporary painters for the upcoming 119th Congressional Transitions. Temporary painters will begin approximately November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory. Painters use standard methods and special finishing techniques to perform coating work on furnishings and buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4102
Painting
Grade Level
WG
09
Salary
$31.81
$37.19

General Engineer/Architect

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division. The selectee manages building construction, renovation and/or infrastructure projects and is responsible for life-cycle project supervision, providing expertise, coordination, oversight and direction for multiple projects throughout the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Construction Representative

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division, Construction Management Branch. The selectee will work on highly visible projects that involve great historical significance and require the use of specialized construction methods to accomplish.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0809
Construction Control Technical
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00