Total 168 Art / Design / Entertainment job vacancies in Washington DC, District of Columbia

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has demonstrated knowledge and expertise involving organization and/or government security, and possesses sound security operation management fundamentals. 

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Special Compartmentalized Information Clearance.

Duties quoted at the GS-13 level;  

• Serves as a manager and COR for all AOC personnel and contractors assigned to the law enforcement security operations center and oversees all plans, operations and activities within the center by providing leadership and direction for a staff of skilled professionals.
• Manages staff within the security operations center involved in security and shall demonstrate excellent oral and written skills, well-developed managerial abilities and the capacity to lead in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• Works in coordination within the development and oversight of the budget and ensures that the annual budget is consistent with the requirements and priorities established by the Chief, Suitability and Security.
• Leads proactive, collaborative and effective communications with OCSO leadership including the Asst. Director, Security Division, AOC offices and jurisdictions, the United States Capitol Police, Senate and House Officer organizations and other stakeholders to ensure awareness and coordinated actions regarding issue, initiatives and events.
• Ensures implementation of approved policies, procedures, systems, and accountability for equipment and supplies. Develop and deliver senior level briefings to key stakeholders on status of threats and incidents affecting the AOC and/or Capitol complex.
• Reviews, condenses and evaluates open-source intelligence to determine impacts to AOC and the Legislative Branch operations and recommend steps to take to mitigate the impacts.

The incumbent must follow all relevant safety rules, regulations and standard operating procedures. Must utilize knowledge of and must comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Receives training, either on the job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Must ensure the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Plan, coordinate, and updates the CFI (Continuous Forest Inventory) data.
• Monitor and update the Annual Allowable Harvest Schedule.
• Identify, plan, coordinate and administer the technical phases of pest and disease control projects affecting reforestation, regeneration, or growth.
• Develop biologically and economically sound silvicultural prescriptions consistent with policy direction.
• Provide silvicultural advise, technical support, and evaluation on proposals or conflicts on active timber sales.
• Plan, coordinate and evaluate timber stand improvement program; prescribes cutting practices and other treatment to enhance forest health and growth.

• *Conducts a full range of soil surveys and interprets data collected for the purpose of achieving the Tribe's goals in planning, developing and managing their natural resources.
• *Serves as Team Leader for long- and short- term projects, including new initiatives, soil surveys, special analyses, etc.
• *Keeps management informed about progress and reports unusual problems that arise affecting progress/completion.
• *Identifies, classifies and maps soils and group soils into interpretive units.
• *Prepares, or directs the preparation of, special maps and data for resolution of land water rights issues.
• *Investigates special problems to provide assistance and interpretations for range and forest management problems related to grazing, timber, recreation, Wildlife and watershed management.
• *Responsible for writing the soil survey manuscript and preparing special survey and investigative reports.
• *Serves as the Agency Geographical Information System (GIS) Coordinator, disseminating information, coordinating input and retrieval of data, and providing technical assistance to Agency and Tribal GIS users.

This is a developmental position in which the incumbent performs progressively more complex duties and responsibilities on a gradual basis leading to the full performance level of GS-11. Developmental assignments will be given with the goal of attaining the full performance level.   Duties quoted below are at the GS-10 level. 

The individual selected for this position will perform the following duties:

Computer-Aided Design

Under the direction of appropriate professional personnel, the employee will provide technical support to architectural, engineering and facility management personnel by creation and maintenance of the AOC "As-Is" computer-aided design master files covering architectural, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection engineering disciplines along with civil and landscape plans.

Enters as-built documentation projects into the master files and updates project-tracking system with work completed. Provides information to AOC and consulting architects and engineers on available data, processes and documentation for Senate and House Moves.

Responsible for the input of specific as-built documentation which requires the coordination of architectural and engineering aspects with other management experts and which requires the use of a broad base of multi-discipline expertise. Is consulted as an agency expert and resource for information on available data, processes and documentation.

Responsible for creating and updating specialized drawings for integration with geographic information system (GIS) based building data.

Acknowledged as the AOC expert in use of specialized 3D CAD application for the production of CAD building information models (BIM). These models use database-linked, parametric based objects and used to derive plans and sections for use by all other users of the general CAD system. Will be consulted by architects and engineers regarding the placement and operation of building equipment, features, systems and requirements for the information contained within the building information model.

Produces specialized 3D CAD drawings to document architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection CAD Building Information Models (BIM) for use by other users of the AOC CAD system. BIMs serve to document the placement and operation of building equipment, features, systems and maintenance requirements.

Interacts with application programmers and software developers to resolve "bugs" and to influence future product development efforts to rectify software shortcomings. Helps develop "work-arounds" to fix temporary software deficiencies.

Reviews CAD construction documents submittals to ensure compliance with agency standards and requirements. In addition, uses expertise and experience in architecture, engineering and construction to comment on the constructability of particular design elements.

Develops standard details for complex structures, systems or equipment. Prepares engineering drawings using a CAD system. Maintains hardware and software and keeps abreast of the latest technology, making upgrades as needed. Troubleshoots problems with the CAD system operation. Instructs other staff on the use of CAD and BIM software.

Conducts on-site surveys of work in progress to verify compliance with AOC "as-is" master CAD files. As required, notes variations from master drawings and translates field survey findings, i.e., sketches, drawings, electrical, HVAC and other components and notes into appropriate modifications of the master graphic files and associated databases.

Data Analysis and Presentation

Independently conducts complex surveys, data collection and/or data analysis activities for assigned projects, to obtain baseline data and maintain database. Prepares reports to apprise supervisors of findings and recommendations. Uses sound engineering practices to make preliminary recommendations for further survey, rework, repair and replacement work needed to accomplish a project.

Identifies and resolves unforeseen problems or latent conditions that arise during performance of technical support activities, such as testing or assembly, by conferring with contractor personnel and other technical staff. Performs technical reviews and evaluations of contractor prepared designs, methods and material proposals. Provides required feedback for changes to contract drawings or specifications in order to comply with agency standards and requirements.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs located in Washington, DC.

At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

1. Establish and maintain correspondence files and official Departmental legislative history files using an established filing system as well as new electronic filing systems.
2. Maintain supply room, prepare conference rooms, complete large collating and copying projects, and process incoming and outgoing routine office mail.
3. Utilize the legislative tracking system to accurately ensure all legislative issues and proposals are collected, processed, and referred to the appropriate subject matter experts.
4. Drive the Director or others to meetings on Capitol Hill or at other government agencies.
5. Maintain daily trip logs and prepare monthly vehicle management reports.
6. Hand-carry special material to other agencies, Congressional and Executive Offices and secure appropriate signatures.

*** The Arborist Worker/Arborist is considered an “Emergency Essential Employee” and will be required to work in emergency and inclement weather situations. ***

• A valid, unexpired driver’s license is required.
• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification or an accredited tree expert license is required for the WG-10.
• Must possess a valid, unexpired District of Columbia Pesticide Applicator's License (or a valid State license reciprocal with D.C.) for pesticide license categories 3A, 3B and 3C to apply pesticides.

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The Arborist will be engaged in contemporary scientific methodology and practices to grow, preserve and maintain a wide variety of tropical, sub-tropical, temperate and historical trees at the full performance level. Provides leadership for the implementation of a complete arbor care program for the entire USBG public campus and production facility.

The incumbent develops and grows species, hybrids for cultivars having horticultural and aesthetic impact.

Protects and cares for threatened rare and endangered species and sensitive plants acquired under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITIES). Performs specialized gardening work involving the propagation, culture and display of a wide variety of plant species.

Prunes and assists in removal of diseased, dead, hazardous and otherwise unwanted trees. Also prunes trees and ornamental shrubs to obtain proper balance between roots and top growth and to modify or retain natural form.

Performs specialized pruning on tropical tree species such as palms and ficus located within the conservatory. Many conservatory plant species are over 50 feet tall and will often grow to reach the conservatory glass ceiling and mechanical systems at nearly 90 feet. These specimens require advanced skilled climbing, pruning and rigging techniques not often used in the trade. Therefore, the incumbent must be able to safely ascend living arbor specimens without damaging the tree and without the use of aerial lifts. The incumbent must be able to comfortably work at height while learning to overcome challenges aloft.

Creates precedent setting and artistically unique horticultural designs and exhibits and is responsible for the production of the required display crops.

Expands and/or develops large and complex living tree collections. Performs collections studies including the exchange of materials, ideas, and information with other conservatories, museums, and botanic gardens.

Adjusts the nutrient content of soil based on prescribed soil test recommendations. Propagates, grows and plants a wide variety of trees. Makes decisions with Plant Curator on which species to propagate, number of propagules and plans for long term care. Works with the Plant Recorder to ensure all plant information is accurately entered into the USBG living collection database.

Works with the Plant Health Care Specialist to diagnose and control pest infestations and diseases by selecting the proper Integrated Pest Management strategy. Many pest challenges are unique and not common to the trade.

Follows all relevant safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Complies with all OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Adheres to all ISA and ANSI Best Management Practices Ensures the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• You will provide technical direction that ensures timely, technically accurate execution of complex design projects and develop documents or drawings for planning projects.
• You will prepare or direct the preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, specifications or other engineering products.
• You will assume responsibility and authority for technical adequacy, accuracy and timely execution of complex design projects.
• You will troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical, administrative and scheduling problems.
• You will evaluate operations, equipment and activities and develop solutions to project testing and certification objectives.
• You will perform engineering studies to determine systems requirements, modifications, repairs or specifications.

As General Supervisor, you supervise the trades, crafts, and labor functions of construction, renovation, installation, maintenance and repair projects.

Supervisory and Managerial Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and technical supervisory functions for subordinates.
• Oversees the preparation of cost estimates from drawings, blueprints or site inspections for proposed or anticipated maintenance, repair, replacement, and construction projects and alterations.
• Through subordinate supervisors, oversees the preparation of cost estimates from drawings, blueprints or site inspections for proposed or anticipated maintenance, repair, replacement, and construction projects and alterations.
• Coordinates with managers of other units to schedule maintenance and repair of air conditioning, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.
• Recommends the use of contractors to accomplish maintenance work that cannot be undertaken by the in-house workforce.
• Observes work in progress, investigates work-related problems (e.g., excessive costs, low productivity, workload imbalance, and acquisition or development of specialized tools, out of tolerance environmental conditions, excessive noise, building code violations, hazardous material investigations, and coordinates emergency response to hazardous material safety concerns and events) according to AOC and LBG guidance.
• Tracks and maintains logs of required annual inspections, testing, and maintenance contracts. Leverage technology (WebTMA, handhelds, work-issued smart phones, specific technical equipment, BAS systems, etc.) to maintain these records.
• Develops, forecasts, and manages budgets for service units. Develops spend plans for material and overtime, training plans, and personnel scheduling.
• Evaluates maintenance with Computer Aided Facility management coordinator and adjusts to improve maintenance management.
• Plans and establishes Operations and Maintenance Branch leave schedules to ensure 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year coverage for the buildings located in Washington, DC.
• Trains and updates workforce on emergency situations and coordination with US Capitol Police (USCP), Security, Emergency Preparedness Directorate (SEPD), Library of Congress (LOC), and AOC’s Office of Safety and Code Compliance (SCC) on response efforts.
• Responsible for coordinating and communicating with Library of Congress staff on steam, domestic water, chilled water, and related electrical outage associated with maintenance and projects and provide formal notifications.
• Makes recommendations to LBG Senior Leadership Team related to operations and maintenance activities and personnel. Serves as liaison between service units and engineering staff for maintenance, facility condition assessment review, and programs affecting maintenance. 
• Coordinates and communicates with the other foreman, engineering staff, and service unit leaders to properly manage jurisdiction operations and minimize impacts to client operations from projects both internal external to the jurisdiction.

Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Solution Architect to join our team. We value strong communication and relationship-building skills in addition to technical proficiency in modern development methodologies and cloud architectures.

Responsibilities:

• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their requirements and translate them into detailed architecture and design, focusing on cloud-native approaches and best practices.
• Solution Development: Develop comprehensive technical solutions leveraging cloud services and technologies, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Problem Analysis: Analyze both business and technical challenges, identifying functional and non-functional needs within a cloud environment to design optimal solutions that meet client objectives.
• Specification and Delivery: Provide precise specifications for the definition, management, and delivery of cloud-based solutions, incorporating IaC principles and automation techniques to drive efficiency and consistency.
• MVP and POC Leadership: Lead the delivery of Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and Proof of Concept (POC) implementations on cloud platforms, demonstrating the feasibility and value of proposed solutions to customers.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Demonstrate expertise in troubleshooting complex technical problems within cloud environments, leveraging automation and scripting to streamline resolution processes and minimize downtime.
• Automation Initiatives: Drive automation initiatives across cloud infrastructure, scripting routine tasks and workflows using languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Infrastructure as Code: Implement IaC methodologies using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager to provision and manage cloud resources efficiently and reliably.
• Security Best Practices: Incorporate best practices for security and compliance into cloud-based solutions, leveraging native security features and third-party tools to protect data and applications against emerging threats.
• Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in cloud computing, infrastructure automation, and DevOps, continuously refining solutions to meet evolving business needs and industry standards.

• Experience: 5 years of experience in one or more areas of the IT industry.
• Cloud Expertise: Experience building complex solutions on AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of containers and serverless architecture.
• Database Design: Experience designing relational or non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Aurora, DocumentDB, DynamoDB).
• Methodologies: Experience with agile approaches and experience in DevOps or DevSecOps.
• Infrastructure Automation: Proficiency with infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Only Malaysian may apply, we are not supporting for any Visa

The Work schedule may require some occasionally mandatory overtime on holidays AND weekends.

The individual selected for this position will:

Leader Duties:

Serves as working leader of three (3) or more employees in receiving, storing and delivering a diverse range of construction products and other materials.

Passes on to other workers instructions received from supervisor and starts work (e.g., by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led).

Ensures that needed plans, blueprints, materials and tools are available and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations. Ensures that each employee has a full workload.

Checks work in progress and when finished, checks for compliance with supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, quality and deadlines.

Provides information to supervisor on status and progress of work, causes of delays and overall work operations and problems (e.g., additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees).

Materials Handler Duties:

Independently determines loading and unloading sequences to maximize space utilization. Moves construction materials from dock to bin and from storage to shipping.

Drives to deliver materials to various locations on capitol hill complex.

Verifies receipt of documents and indicates the quality and quantity of items received. Places inventory stickers on material, updates inventory records and maintains an accurate inventory of on-hand and issued stock.

Operates hand truck, pallet jacks, dollies and other material handling equipment to deliver stock to storage areas, warehouse facilities or job sites. Operates a fork-lift truck with a load capacity of less than 10,000 pounds and a height capacity of 168 inches. Controls stock movement, being careful to avoid overloading or improper stacking or movement of supplies and materials.

Delivers & sets up tables, chairs, podiums, easels, trash trucks, trash cans, partitions, risers & ice.

Provides support when needed to Day Labor & Custodians on moves and/or assignments.

Setting up & breaking down of committee rooms based on the needs of the clients.

Ensure rooms are set to client specifications in a timely manner, set-ups and/or add-ons are address in a timely manner, often in the spur of the moment within given timeframe.

Responsible for cleanings & vacuuming rooms after add-ons are conducted, as well as breaking down to set area for the next event.

Performs other duties as assigned. 

*** This position is temporary in nature and is not to exceed 13 months. This is strictly a temporary appointment where there is no permanent need or permanent funding available for the work involved. It is a position that is subject to the project needs of the Agency. Therefore, the appointment could be terminated at any time due to shortage of work or shortage of funds without any advance notice.  If project work continues however, it could be extended beyond the 13-month time frame at the sole discretion of the Agency.  As a non-permanent employee, you may also be separated for failure to meet management’s expectations, with no advance notice. ***

Day Shift (4:00 A.M. - 2:30 P.M) Monday thru Thursday. Hours May Change Due To Operational Needs of Management

As a Helper, performs routine and less complex cement finishing duties associated in the Cement Finishing occupational trade and as described in the duties of the vacancy announcement. The selectee will not be required to perform all duties listed at the time of hire but will have the opportunity to learn and perform progressively more difficult tasks gradually assigned by the supervisor or senior employee. Work will be reviewed for compliance with instructions.

Duties:

Assists journey-level cement finishers by performing maintenance, repair and construction work on surfaces such as sidewalks, steps, walls, curbs and ramps.

Assists with mixing, pouring, spreading and leveling cement and concrete. In repairing damaged areas, removes broken concrete and prepares sub-surfaces.

Prepares job sites by setting up safety tripods and scaffolding; may secure confined space job sites.

Removes old concrete; sets forms; mixes, places and finishes new concrete.

Places steel dividers and other expansion joints in sidewalks; lays drainpipes in cement; smooths and levels cement surfaces using trowels and other tools; and applies a finishing coat of cement to surfaces of streets, sidewalks, bridge work and other concrete work.

Measures dimensions to calculate quantities of materials needed.

Designs and constructs various forms prior to pouring cement using precise measurements and modern equipment and techniques.

Performs mixing and applying toppings, colors, grout, epoxy overlays, or waterproofing compounds in accordance with job specifications.

Performs framing work, including placing and finishing curbs, sidewalks, gutters, disability access ramps and various other concrete structures.

Participates in demolition of concrete structures with the proper use of pneumatic tools, such as chipping gun, jackhammer, concrete saw, and other power equipment

Utilizes a thorough knowledge of and compliance with applicable AOC and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner and to initiate or take corrective action on unsafe conditions in managed areas. Provides or receives training, either on the job or through classroom training, to ensure that the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is utilized.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Create, review, and update inter-agency policies and develop and revise operational standards, policies, procedures and guidelines for a BIA-wide detention/correction and rehabilitation program and ensure that the program is compliant with Department and National Corrections and Jail Associations practices and regulations. Implement change to support the mission and goals of the BIA.
• Develop, plan, coordinate and implement a detention/correction and rehabilitation program in Indian Country. Initiate actions for necessary changes that impact the overall operation of the program.
• Provide technical assistance to tribes, BIA and the Department in regards to negotiating and reviewing contractual agreements and will serve as the Contracting Officers Technical Representative (COTR) managing all contract beds in the district, conducting site visits, program reviews, annual reports, preparing budgetary estimates of construction/renovation projects as well as operation and maintenance expenditures, etc.
• Prepare instruction and information for field personnel for the creation and implementation of standards, policies, procedures and post orders. Prepares forms and bulletins to be used in the detention/correction and rehabilitation program. Inspect field programs and facilities to assure maximum coordination between BIA and the Department.
• Maintain an effective liaison with Federal, Tribal, State and local officials in promoting and enhancing cooperation and understanding of the BIA detention/correction programs mission and agenda.