Development Assistant

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 Development Office at the National Gallery of Art is responsible for securing private financial support to sustain and expand the Gallery’s exhibitions, educational initiatives, conservation efforts, and other programs that advance the National Gallery of Art’s mission. This annoucement is hiring for positions, in the Institutional Giving (foundations and corporations) section and the Individual Giving (principal and major gifts) section.  Duties for this position include;  Assist in raising philanthropic funds to support exhibitions, sponsorships, educational programs, and other National Gallery fundraising priorities. Provide centralized project management support to the development department by coordinating fundraising efforts for exhibition support. 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 Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation 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. 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-06 level in the Federal service or private sector includes; documented experience and proven success in front line fundraising and the ability to prepare high level foundation grant proposals, cultivate and manage a portfolio of foundation grants and prospects, working across departments to achieve fundraising goals for a large complex art museum. OPM Qualifications Standard: Individual Occupational Requirements: General Business and Industry Series 1101a Associated Group standard:  Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions 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. 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. 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. This position is 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. Selections may be made for vacancies across the National Gallery of Art (NGA). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more NGA hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement. 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.EEO Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/equal-employment-opportunityReasonable 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/ Reasonable Accommodation Requests: To learn more, please consult the following resources: Disability Employment - Reasonable Accommodations (OPM) How to contact an agency 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. Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.aspLeave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.aspLife Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.aspLong Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.comRetirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/ Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.