The purpose of the position is to provide administrative support to Administrative Officer and the operations of the Design Department (PXD).  

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 GS-0301-9. For this position, Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-7 level in the Federal service, providing administrative support to include budget inquiries, purchase card, timekeeping, travel, and general office support for a museum or 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 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. Analytical and evaluative ability sufficient to provide support for the business needs of the department by compiling and integrating large amounts of varying kinds of data, organizing information, possess great proficiency in using and maintaining databases and various software programs to research and retrieve information to prepare cogent, accurate reports on a variety of topics. 2. Familiarity with general accounting and procurement procedures sufficient to use the financial management system to deal with vendors, complete agency-required paperwork, track requisitions to ensure timely and accurate receipt. 3. Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 including Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 4. Knowledge of automated systems sufficient to support the department’s use and implementation of new technologies and collaborate with colleagues within PXD, other areas of the National Gallery and individuals at outside organizations to complete projects; perform tasks such as word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs in performing functions such as preparing reports, researching inquiries, reporting time and attendance, and preparing travel arrangements. 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

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.

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]