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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This series covers two-grade interval positions that supervise, lead, or perform administrative work that involves operating and maintaining buildings, grounds, and other facilities such as posts, bases, shipyards, depots, medical or health care facilities, power plants, navigation locks, parks, forests, and roadways. The work requires administrative knowledge and skills and broad technical knowledge of the operating capabilities and maintenance requirements of various kinds of facilities, physical plants, and equipment. This series typically involves coordinating and directing work performed by a variety of trades and labor employees and requires broad knowledge of such work; however, this knowledge is not a paramount qualification requirement.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, AND SERVICES GROUP, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

Compare Credential Agency Related As GI Bill® Accreditation ID
Certified Records Manager (CRM) In DemandIs In Demand Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM) someSome    
Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM) Is Not In Demand Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) someSome    
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) In DemandIs In Demand Association of Government Accountants (AGA) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Manager (CM) In DemandIs In Demand Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Facility Manager In DemandIs In Demand International Facility Management Association (IFMA) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Professional Property Manager Is Not In Demand National Property Management Association (NPMA) mostMost    
Certified Professional Property Specialist Is Not In Demand National Property Management Association (NPMA) mostMost    
Project Management Professional (PMP) In DemandIs In Demand Project Management Institute (PMI) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) In DemandIs In Demand American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Program Management Professional (PgMP) In DemandIs In Demand Project Management Institute (PMI) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Inspector (CI) Is Not In Demand American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) someSome   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) Is Not In Demand Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) someSome    
Electrical Code Specialist - E8 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) otherOther    
Fire Code Specialist - F8 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) otherOther    
Mechanical Code Specialist - M8 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) otherOther    
Plumbing Code Specialist - P8 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) otherOther    
Energy Code Specialist - G8 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) otherOther    
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 Is Not In Demand Microsoft Corporation mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Records Analyst (CRA) Is Not In Demand Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM) someSome    

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

The following civilian private sector occupations are similar to the duties performed by 1640 - Facility Operations Services. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.

Civilian Job Duties Matched Bright Outlook Registered Apprenticeship Local Salary Info
Administrative Services Managers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Budget Analysts someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Business Continuity Planners someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Construction Managers someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Environmental Compliance Inspectors someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook    find local salaryfind local salary
Forest and Conservation Technicians someSome     find local salaryfind local salary
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
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Click here to go to Certified Records Manager (CRM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Institute of Certified Records Managers (ICRM), Certified Records Manager (CRM) certification requires candidates to meet both educational and work experience certification requirements. A minimum of one year of professional records and information management (RIM) work experience is required, regardless of the level of education a candidate possesses. The minimum acceptable education is graduation from high school (completion of 12 grades) or equivalent (e.g., GED credential or equivalency diploma) in conjunction with five years of professional level RIM experience. The preferred qualifications are a college degree (four-year or bachelor’s degree) and one year of professional RIM experience. CRM candidates must pass a six-part written examination.

Click here to go to Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM) COOL Snapshot page.

The Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM) posesses the professional expertise and knowledge required to successfully perform plant and facilities supervisory activities. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience in maintenance management. Candidates must also pass a written examination. Recertification occurs through earning at least five recertification credits every three years.

Click here to go to Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is an entry-level to mid-level professional certification recommended for government financial managers. The CGFM certifies an individual’s knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls and budgeting at the federal, state and local levels. CGFM candidates must have at least two years of professional-level experience in government financial management. To take any of the CGFM examinations, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Candidates and those certified agree to adhere to the AGA's Code of Ethics.

Click here to go to Certified Manager (CM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Certified Manager (CM) is a general management certification. It is appropriate for supervisors, managers and leaders at all levels, in any industry, and benefits certificate recipients and their organizations. The CM program consists of 3 course modules of which each includes a study manual, online learning resources, practice exams and a certification exam. To earn the CM certification one must pass three certification exams. Successful completion of the CM exams is a reliable indicator that an individual possesses the skills that leaders and managers need. Eligibility for the CM certification is determined by a point system that considers both experience and education. A candidate must have at least 10 points including at least 3 Education points, and at least 4 Experience points. Candidates may count a maximum of 6 Education points and 7 Experience Points toward eligibility. Those who do not qualify for CM status may still participate in the CM program if they have met at least one of the minimum eligibility requirements. These individuals will earn Associate Certified Manager (ACM) status upon completion of the program. An ACM may earn full CM status through additional education and/or experience.

Click here to go to Certified Facility Manager COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential validates an individual's knowledge and competency to practice as a facility manager. The certification process is designed to assess competency in the field through work experience, education and a written exam. The comprehensive exam is designed to assess an applicant's knowledge and experience in areas necessary to be a successful facility manager such as operations and maintenance, project management, finance and business, leadership and strategy, environmental stewardship and sustainability, communication, emergency preparedness and business continuity, human factors, quality, real estate and property management and technology.

Click here to go to Certified Professional Property Manager COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Certified Professional Property Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Project Management Professional (PMP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Project Management Institute (PMI), Project Management Professional (PMP) is an advanced skill level credential for professionals who lead and direct projects. Project Managers perform their duties under general supervision for the duration of a project and are responsible for all aspects of a project. PMPs lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects within the constraints of schedule, budget, and scope. Project Management Professionals seeking certification through PMI demonstrate knowledge and experience to apply a methodology to projects that have well-defined requirements and deliverables. To apply for the PMP, candidates must meet experiential and educational requirements and are required to pass the written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) is for individuals who demonstrate proficiency in the core aspects of defense financial management. The CDFM certification directly relates to the work done by Department of Defense (DoD) Financial Managers and the knowledge and skills the DoD would like all Financial Managers to have. To earn the CDFM certification, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of defense-related financial management experience or an associate's degree or higher and either two years of defense-related financial management experience or four years of Federal Government-related financial management experience. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Program Management Professional (PgMP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Project Management Institute (PMI), Program Management Professional (PgMP) is an advanced career certification for professionals who oversee multiple, related projects and their resources to achieve strategic business goals. PgMPs are senior-level practitioners who identify ways to group multiple related projects to achieve benefits that may not be realized if the projects were managed in a stand-alone fashion. Candidates for the PgMP must meet educational and experiential requirements; they are also evaluated by both a panel and with an exam.

Click here to go to Certified Inspector (CI) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), Certified Inspector (CI) is a credential for mid-level professionals who assess the current condition of houses. Certified Inspectors document their professional opinion of a home based on a visual evaluation and operational testing of the home’s systems and components. A CI should have broad technical knowledge of all house systems and an ability to communicate technical issues in terms that a layperson can understand.
 

Click here to go to Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, SharePoint and OneNote. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing.

Click here to go to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 credential is an entry-level certification for individuals who wish to demonstrate expertise in using Microsoft Office programs. Key technologies include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. Candidates must pass one certification exam. There are no experience requirements for this certification but Microsoft Learning recommends that a candidate have hands-on experience with the product prior to testing.

Click here to go to Certified Records Analyst (CRA) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information.

Note: GI Bill approval data is updated quarterly. For the latest information, visit the WEAMS Licenses/Certifications Search page. Make sure to select "Both" in the LAC Category Type drop-down before searching.

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ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site.

NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site.

IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
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