The primary purpose of the work in this position is to provide organization and continuity of installations and projects relating to the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Art, as well as to coordinate and supervise special exhibitions and other special projects as assigned. 

Duties

       The incumbent will:

Requirements

• Current Permanent Federal Employees at the National Gallery of Art

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the Qualification Standards Handbook requirements for the GS-1010-13. A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12, coordinating, managing and facilitating projects relating to the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Art, as well as to coordinating and supervising the construction and installation of special exhibitions and other special projects. 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. 1. Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated experience with the operations of an art museum and its various departments to understand the coordinated interactions required to fulfill the purpose of the position. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of and extensive experience in the processes involved in putting together exhibitions, including planning, layout, construction, installation, and maintenance phases. 3. Demonstrated ability to delegate and supervise work is required; ability to deal effectively with all personnel involved in projects to achieve objectives, be able to anticipate needs and problems, and quickly develop decisive solutions. 4. Comprehensive knowledge as a Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COR). 5. Working knowledge demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Wrike Project Management and Oracle Financial Management Systems are required. Basic knowledge of Sketchup is beneficial. 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

Education

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, or other fields related to the position.

Advanced training in a vocational school, technical institute, or art institute above the high school level in one of the fields listed above is creditable as general experience on a month-for-month basis.

OR

Experience

General Experience (for GS-5 positions): Experience that demonstrated the skills and creativity needed to use the tools or equipment associated with the work. Because talent and creative ability are vital to successful work performance, samples of work or other suitable evidence of technical competence may be required. Unpaid experience that is pertinent should be credited based upon its relevance to the work of the particular position to be filled.

Examples of qualifying general experience include: design and construction of exhibits, posters, photographic displays, signs, or displays of art or technical equipment; preparation or mounting of museum specimens; wood carving, sculpting, illustrating, interior or industrial design; or the use of tools and techniques related to carpentry, plastics, sheet metal, electrical or electronics work, machining, painting, molding, or in making machines, apparatus, and instruments.

Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience in the actual type of work for which application is made. Unpaid experience is creditable, provided the work done was of a quality level and demonstrated the ability required for the position. This includes work in the appropriate field, e.g., design, modelmaking, art, taxidermy, or restoration.

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]