What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architect /Project Manager position at U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court Northern Illinois?
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals seeks an experienced architect to help create inviting and functional spaces.
Position Summary
The Architect /Project Manager oversees design, construction, renovation, remodeling, cyclical maintenance, and tenant alteration projects within the circuit and will report to the Assistant Circuit Executive for Space and Facilities. The major responsibilities and duties of this position include:
- Managing Judicial Council Business for Space and Facilities. Manage space and facilities projects from start to finish.
- Acting as Court of Appeals’ liaison with other courts, government agencies, General Services Administration (GSA), US Marshals, third parties, and contractors. Ensuring court and government policies are followed.
- Extensive travel within the circuit will be required.
- Creating and presenting concept designs for the public, judges, and staff.
- Assisting courts in obtaining centralized funding.
- Providing design support as needed.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Relevant bachelor’s degree and licensure.
- Fifteen years of experience in design and construction.
- Proactive problem solver and consummate team player.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and to manage multiple projects at one time.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills.
- Experience using CAD, Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Blue Beam.
Total Rewards and Work/Life Balance
- Benefits: Employer subsidized health and life insurance plans. Dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long-term care plans available. Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and mass transit subsidies. On-site gym. Federal retirement entails an employer sponsored pension plan (FERS) and a retirement contribution plan with employer match (TSP). Retirees carry insurance plans into retirement while paying the same premiums as employees. Visit www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits to learn more.
- Potential opportunities for advancement in Space and Facilities.
Conditions of Employment
Travel for this position is required. The court requires employees to adhere to the Judicial Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Employment is provisional pending the successful completion of a ten-year, full field OPM background investigation, and favorable suitability determination. Investigative updates are required every five years. For citizenship requirements, visit https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/. Direct deposit is required for payment of compensation for employees. Employees of the court are excepted service appointments. Employees are considered at-will and are not covered by federal civil service classifications or regulations.
CL-30, $111,354 - $180,998 (*Salary commensurate with qualifications)
Consideration will only be given to those individuals who apply through the court’s online applicant tracking system: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/uscourtsilnd/7thcircuitcoa
The application must include: (1) a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience performing the representative duties; (2) a current resume; and (3) a current portfolio of work. Applications must be received by February 10, 2025, with first consideration to applications received by January 27, 2025.
Video conference interviews available.
About the Court
The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit is one of twelve regional federal courts. Circuit courts hear appeals from the courts located within the circuit.
Headquartered in architect Mies Van Der Rohe’s historic Everett McKinley Dirksen U. S. Courthouse in Chicago, the Seventh Circuit serves Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana.
U.S. Courts Mission and Core Values
The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
Salary : $111,354 - $180,998
