Assistant Director of Labor and Custodial Services

Washington, DC · Lead / Staff / Principal

$121,785 – $187,093

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role oversees the day-to-day operations of custodial and labor services for Senate office buildings, managing staff, equipment, and strategic improvements to service delivery. It suits experienced facilities managers or operations leaders from government or large institutional backgrounds who can lead teams and navigate labor relations.

Our summary, not Architect of the Capitol’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

52 weeks of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-12 for GS-13 applicants, GS-13 for GS-14 applicants)
Experience providing facilities management services to evaluate and modify procedures for property, facilities, and equipment management
Experience directing management and administration of labor and custodial operations
Experience coordinating with other organizations to change plans and procedures for custodial maintenance
Ability to pass a drug test
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Monday–Friday, 4:00 am–12:30 pm schedule

Nice to have

Experience planning, forecasting, and managing resources to increase effectiveness
Experience managing budgetary resources, manpower, and costs
Experience providing employee skills enrichment through coaching, mentoring, and training