The primary purpose of the work is to create audience-centered interpretive experiences that enhance the public’s understanding and appreciation of National Gallery collections and exhibitions.This position serves as the Interpretive Programs Manager located in the National Gallery’s Department of Interpretation, part of the Division of Learning and Engagement, under the Office of Collections, Exhibitions, and Programs. 

Duties

Responsible for managing all aspects of interpretative programs within the interpretation department. Conceives innovative interpretive programs that enhance audience engagement with the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. Responsible for overseeing a team of staff performing a full range of supervisory responsibilities, including but not limited to establishing annual work plans and performance plans, setting, and adjusting priorities, preparing schedules for completion of work, and evaluating employee performance. Delivers gallery talks, tours, lectures, and seminars dealing with both the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions according to schedules and on short notice when required. Conducts independent research and works with curators, interpretation staff, and internal and external subject matter experts to prepare program content. Serves as a key ambassador for the museum with VIP guests, regularly interfacing with collectors and donors as well as national and international leaders. Cultivates new partnerships with local and national organizations to expand the reach of interpretive programs and support the museum’s audience growth and engagement goals.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the Qualification Standards Handbook requirements for the GS-1410-13. A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is at least one year of experience (combined), equivalent in responsibility to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, performing a variety of duties, with particular emphasis given to the research, production, administration, and the content of interpretive programs for an arts-based organization. Your application and resume must demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must show in your résumé how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. If asked to do so, cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application! Those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against these factors to determine the best-qualified candidates. Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with cross-departmental teams. Demonstrated experience supervising personnel, directing work, evaluating performance, training, and mentoring. Demonstrated experience with and aptitude for teaching, public speaking, and customer relations. Demonstrated administrative and interpersonal skills required to regularly interface with internal and external audiences and stakeholders, from the general public to patrons, donors, and other VIPs. Ability to process and distill large amounts of complex art historical material for presentation to a general, non-specialist public as well as specialized audiences. Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions.  "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration under merit promotion procedures. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Although this position does not have a positive education requirement, you may submit copies of your transcripts or a course listing. You must provide documentation supporting your education claims.

Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Contacts

• Address National Gallery of Art 4th and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20565 United States
• Name: Staffing
• Phone: 202-842-6814
• Email: [email protected]