This position, in the Department of Gallery and Studio Learning (PLEGL), develops programs for young people—students, teens, interns—and the adults who support them—teachers, family members, mentors, and docents. The primary purpose of the position is to provide administrative support to the Department Head and Program Teams. This position reports to the Department Head but also will work closely with various staff members across the Department and Division.

Duties

As the Gallery Support Specialist you will:

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 NF-301-9. A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NF-7 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is at least one year of experience, equivalent in responsibility to the NF-7 level, providing specialized and general administrative support for a department with an emphasis on educational development. 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 resume 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. 1. Possess excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in developing, using, and maintaining databases and spreadsheets. 2. Demonstrated knowledge and experience dealing effectively with a wide variety of people in a courteous, tactful, diplomatic, and responsible manner, either in person, on the telephone, or in correspondence, including e-mail, is necessary.   3. Knowledge of various computer programs is also essential, including Word, Excel, and other project management software. Knowledge of the systems used by the National Gallery such as TMS, Oracle, and Citi manager is preferred.  4. Must be available to work occasional weekends.  5. Must be available to work occasional evenings.  6. Must be able to travel locally during the workday. 7. Must be able to push supply carts and lift boxes up to 30 lbs. 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

Basic Requirements:

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]