Museum Specialist (Art) (Exhibition Officer)

Summary The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Millions of people come through our doors each year, with even more online, making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Our renowned collection includes over 160,000 works of art, from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free. Learn more about this agency Duties The Department of Exhibitions (PEX) establishes exhibition and collection installation schedules, tours (whereapplicable), and budgets, generates contracts for exhibition tour participants and guest curators, managescorrespondence and negotiations with lenders of works of art, and ensures that the work of departments across the National Gallery on production of exhibitions is coordinated within the framework of the Exhibition Planning Process. Duties for this position include: Manage multiple permanent collection installations and highly visible and complex domestic and international loan exhibitions from the conceptual stage and schedules and coordinate participating venues and tours for touring shows. Serve as lead coordinator and point-person for cross-departmental project management efforts as outlined in the Exhibition Planning Process. Analyze contents of assigned exhibition proposals and assess likelihood of loans, amount of organizational effort required, budget compatibility with the National Gallery’s program and goals, insurance, and indemnity implications, and advise on exhibition scheduling options and feasibility Assess lender requirements and fees for loans and negotiate or support the Head of Exhibitions in negotiating terms in the best interest of the National Gallery. Working with National Gallery legal counsel, and under the supervision of the Head of Exhibitions, draft, review and negotiate participants agreements with exhibition venues and guest curator, artist, and other consultant agreements for assigned exhibitions and monitor compliance with terms. Prepare applications for U.S. Government indemnity, secure favorable insurance terms for loans, and monitor compliance with such terms. Coordinate materials for State Department Immunity from Seizure applications. Utilize automated systems (e.g., TMS, Wrike, Teams, etc.) to track loan statuses and data, production deadlines and deliverables, and cross-departmental exhibition communications. May supervise one or more GS 9 to GS 11 staff of equal or lower grade and oversee compliance of guest curators and consultants for assigned exhibitions. Plan, schedule, and assign work.  At the request of the Head of Exhibitions, represent PEX in meetings regarding general exhibition or institution-wide administration. Maintain professional discretion and awareness regarding sensitive or confidential information related to exhibition lenders, contracted partners, and internal issues. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website. It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this job announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. This position is being advertised under Merit Promotion procedures under this announcement; NGA-26-135-MP. 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 Specialized Experience Statement: Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service or private sector with the responsibility for coordinating and managing temporary special exhibitions and collection installations for a museum or cultural institution. OPM Qualifications Standard: Individual Occupational Requirements:  Museum Specialist and Technician Series 1016 Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria: Must be avaialble to tavel within the U.S. and Europe for up to seven (7) days per trip. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.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). 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. Education This position does not have an education requirement.  Additional information The National Gallery of Art fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/equal-employment-opportunityMore than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/reasonable-accommodation Veterans Information: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veteransSelective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibilityrequirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Reasonable Accommodation Requests: The National Gallery of Art provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact person listed in this announcement.  Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description. 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