Summary The primary purpose of the work is to prepares works of art on paper (prints, drawings, and bound volumes) and photographs for exhibition, loan, and storage. This position functions as the Museum Specialist within the Division of Conservation and under the Chief Curatorial and Conservation Officer. Responsibilities As the Museum Specialist, you will: Mat and frame work of art on paper and photographs in the National Gallery of Art collection, and as authorized, on new and proposed acquisitions and works of art on loan to the Gallery using accepted conservation materials and procedures while maintaining the aesthetic standards established by the Gallery. Prepare special housings for the display and storage of bound volumes. Assist the Head of Paper Conservation and other Matting and Framing Specialists in the coordination of matting, framing, and installation activities associated with exhibitions, loans, and storage, including the supervision of temporary contractors. Inform the Head of Paper Conservation of all problems or schedule conflicts and work to resolve them. Assist with maintaining accurate records regarding work completed in the matting and framing studio, the location of works of art, and the documentation and inventory of frames and supplies. Maintain the proper storage of works of art on paper and photographs in the National Gallery collections correcting any problems identified by conservators and curators. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Qualifications Candidates must meet the Qualification Standards Handbook requirements for the GS-1016-9/11. GS-9 For this position, specialized experience must be equivalent to the GS 7 level in federal service or private sector, hinging, matting, and framing works of art on paper (i.e., prints, drawings, and photographs of all types) using accepted conservation materials and procedures for a major organization. GS-11 For this position, specialized experience must be equivalent to the GS 9 level in federal service or private sector, hinging, matting, and framing works of art on paper (i.e., prints, drawings, and photographs of all types) using accepted conservation materials and procedures for a major 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. Ability to prepare prints, drawings, photographs, and bound volumes for exhibition, loan, and storage. 2. Skill in the hanging, matting, framing, and installation activities associated with exhibition, loan, and storage of works of art 3. Ability to maintain accurate records regarding work completed in the matting and framing studio, the location of works of art, and the inventory of frames and supplies. 4. Knowledge of how best to maintain and care of works of art on paper and photographs, correcting any problems identified by conservators and curators. 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: This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". 2 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree related to the position at the grade 9. This position does not have a positive education requirement at the Grade 11. 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. Additional Information • The National Gallery of Art fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. • More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. • Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. • AN EXTERNAL SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST BE FINGERPRINTED AND RECEIVE A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, RESULTING IN A SATISFACTORY SUITABILITY DETERMINATION BEFORE BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION. • All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. 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