Interior Designer

Summary

This position is located within the Facilities Management Service at the VA Medical Center in Bath, NY. The Interior Designer is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of a complete interior design program that presents to the public the image desired.

Duties

** *THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

The major duties include but are not limited to: Performs and manages work related to the design of interior environments to promote employee productivity, health and welfare, and/or health and welfare of the public; Works as a consultant adviser, specifier and designer of virtually all spaces involved in new construction drawings provided by Architects/Engineers; Influences new construction from activation by in depth knowledge of user requirements and availability of furnishings to satisfy these needs; Develops and directs planning and scheduling of short and long range interior improvement projects for the complex using the five-year facility plan and other programs to project future needs; Originates orders for furniture, window coverings, cubicle curtains, floor coverings, artwork, ambient lighting and accessories based on VA specifications, GSA contract sources and project data; Prepares preliminary space plans for proposed projects, including detailed specifications, to evaluate alternatives; Has responsibility for budgeting projects utilizing a yearly budget of recurring funds and frequently thousands of dollars in non-recurring project funds; Works closely with Engineering Service personnel to assure suitable materials and colors are used in all construction projects; Reviews architect submittal for compliance with VA regulations and facility design criteria, acting as a technical representative for design and finish matters; Prepares presentations to all types of clientele, makes presentations and provides tours; Works daily with the paint shop and the carpentry section in developing paint schedules and color selections, furniture repairs, and specifications for the fabrication of shelving, cabinetry, etc.; Maintains the interior design files which include drawings, specifications, project information, government contracts and regulations pertaining to interior design; Develops and maintains a systematic record of all interior design projects; and Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI) : Not approved
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

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