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Space & Facilities Administrator

U.S. Courts

Judicial Branch

Recent

Location

Salary

$59,732 - $116,394

per year

Type

Closes

August 12, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing court building projects, from planning and design to managing budgets and coordinating maintenance in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

It also includes handling emergency plans to keep operations running smoothly during disruptions.

A good fit would be someone organized with experience in facilities management or project coordination, who enjoys working with teams and vendors to keep spaces functional and safe.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent plus two years of specialized experience in facilities or project management
  • For CL-27: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • For CL-28: Master's degree or two years of graduate study (27 semester or 54 quarter hours)
  • Experience in planning, design, and technical review of space and facilities projects
  • Skills in budget management, scheduling, and financial planning for construction and maintenance
  • Knowledge of emergency preparedness, continuity of operations planning (COOP), and coordination with agencies like GSA
  • Ability to act as liaison with contractors, vendors, and court executives

Full Job Description

This position has primary responsibility for the management and oversight of all space and facilities projects.

Responsibility includes the planning, design, project management, technical review and financial management planning for all space and facility projects, and district-wide coordination of all building activities for the court unit including overseeing all aspects of emergency preparedness and continuity of operations planning.

Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent plus have two years of specialized experience (progressively responsible experience closely related to the position) , OR For CL-27 - Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university For CL-28 - Completion of a master's degree or two years of graduate study (27 semester or 54 quarter hours) in an accredited university Major Duties:

Manage all aspects of court space and facilities projects including budget, schedules, construction, etc.; review construction drawings and GSA contract specification documents and blueprints; develop furniture layouts and furniture procurement/purchase orders; coordinate moves; prepare reports and requests; advise unit executives and judges regarding design, construction, building operations and ongoing facility maintenance; coordinate routine and cyclical building maintenance; act as liaison with the Administrative Office, GSA, contractors, outside vendors and other agencies; plan, administer and oversee the coordination of emergency preparedness, emergency communication and continuity of operations plan (COOP); follow U.S.

Courts Design Guide and other judiciary policies and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/12/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/19/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DE-12886433-26-AB