The Deputy Director of Facilities Operations position is located in the Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR) and serves as a senior advisor to the Director of Facilities Management. The incumbent is responsible for providing executive leadership and direction, planning, management and administration for complex agency-wide facilities maintenance and operations, including 24-hour-a-day utilities operation services.
1. Serves as senior advisor to the Director of Facilities Management, and museums and research center directors on facilities operations and maintenance matters affecting the Smithsonian (SI). Provides advice on major program issues, formulates SI policies, identifies and develops program goals and objectives, and develops resource plans. Provides management oversight of and technical advice for facilities operations and maintenance functions across the Smithsonian. 2.
Leads, directs, coordinates and integrates functions, programs and responsibilities for facility operations and maintenance, including: janitorial, custodial and laborer services; recurring, corrective and preventive maintenance of all building systems and components; HVAC and other building system operations on a 24/7 basis; and snow removal and other infrastructure emergency response requirements. 3.
Ensures adherence to safety policies and the development and implementation of effective safety procedures and practices, incorporating safety into planning and operations, correcting safety deficiencies identified through inspections and evaluations, and working with all partners and stakeholders to improve safety. 4.
Directs, through subordinate supervisors in ten zones and a central maintenance division, a staff of approximately 700 employees in a variety of professional, technical, administrative, skilled and unskilled trade and labor occupations. Collaboratively sets performance standards and evaluates individual and organizational performance and takes action to recognize contributions or improve performance as warranted. 5.
Leads strategic planning and the development, pursuit and attainment of strategic goals and objectives for facilities operation and maintenance. Develops and implements means and methods to measure and track goals and overall performance and directs action as needed to ensure success in full support of the Facilities Management mission and vision.
Oversees the development and implementation of new operational concepts, systems, methods, service standards, and performance measures to improve the quality and effectiveness of program operations and customer service, as well as ensure well-balanced use of staff, materials and financial resources to support the mission of the Smithsonian. 6.
Meets regularly with Senior Leaders from Museums, Research Centers and other partners to understand changing requirements, establish priorities and coordinate efforts to ensure mutual success. Makes decisions on organizational improvements needed as a result of the recommendations of Zone and Building Managers, and periodic evaluations of organizational success in meeting objectives.
These decisions may involve changes in organizational structure, delegated authorities and organizational relationships 7. Oversees and administers federal appropriations for OFMR maintenance and operations across and within all Zones, ensuring that adequate control systems are established and applied to monitor expenses and keep them within budgeted amounts.
Ensures that activities associated with financial management and related reporting systems are responsive, accurate and efficient. Monitors the obligation of funds and takes action to put available funds to work promptly. Adheres to financial management policies and procedures contained in relevant SI policies, directives and manuals. 8. Undertakes a variety of senior level representational and liaison duties.
Participates in and represents SI in high level policy meetings and conferences, making significant contributions on matters pertaining to facilities management. Represents Smithsonian's facilities management programs and activities before SI senior leadership, the Regents, Congressional Committees, the Office of Management and Budget, other jurisdictional entities, and professional societies and associations.
Interacts with the National Park Service, General Services Administration, and other public sector organizations, as appropriate to support the needs and interests of the Institution. 9. Keeps abreast of the latest private and public sector developments in the fields of facilities management and operations. Promotes continuous partnering and benchmarking with counterparts in other organizations.
Evaluates the applicability of those developments to the Smithsonian and incorporates best practices into SI facilities programs.
The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits program for both Federal and Trust employees. See www.sihr.si.edu for details. We also offer a rich program of services and opportunities to balance and enhance your work life.
They include: Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (an accredited educational program for children between the ages of 3 months to 6 years), transportation benefits, professional interest groups, employee advocacy groups, special events such as brown bag lunches, an annual picnic on the Mall, an annual holiday party, free lectures, behind-the-scenes tours and employee discounts at our theaters, shops and after-hours events.
These and other programs have made the Smithsonian one of the top places to work in the government.
This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-24.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-03 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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