Equipment Specialist (Firearms Instructor)

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 This position is located in the Office of Protection Services at the National Gallery of Art, the Office of Protection Services is responsible for safeguarding collections, visitors, staff, facilities, and information. Protection Services consist of five program areas: Security Operations, Risk Management, Technical Services, Administration, and Identification Section. This position manages a weapons training program including curriculum writing, maintaining the latest training techniques and acting as the primary weapons trainer.  Duties for this position include: Serve as the primary armorer for AOP ensuring that firearms are within factory specifications and service and maintenance files are kept for each weapon.  Maintain accountability of and ensures all supplies required for the safe conduct of range live fire, ansd for the cleaning and maintenance of weapons on hand.  Establish and maintain a variety of training records, including files of training materials. Review and update records and files to ensure bi-annual and annual certifications are met in complainace with policy and to monitor and document the progress of officers amd firearms instructors.  Conduct research on emerging firearms technology, latest best practices and techniques to enhance instructional knowledge and skill.  Coordinate, set up, maintain and manage weapon training ranges and other law enforcement training areas.  Develop a schedule and notification process for personnel required to attened training, closely coordinating with supervisors.  Design and deliver a weapons training program for new officers, annual re-qualifications, remediation and use of force.  The program and courses taught cover subject matter which involves highly specialized knowledge and skill in the handling and use of a variety types of firearms and the accompaying tactics for their usage.  Develop program and course material including detailed lesson plans which cover: the instructional objectives to be accomplished; the measurement of these objectives; the methods of instruction; the necessary aids to instruct; a detailed outline narrative of instruction covered; any space or personnel considerations; and a detailed outline narrative of instruction and evaluation criteria. 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. You must have a valid Delivers License 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 concurrently under Merit Promotion procedures under announcement number NGA-26-117-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-11 level in the Federal service or private sector. Specialized experience for this position includes: Instructing on the use of firearms and firearm safety; Developing curriculum related to firearms and firearms safety; and organizing firing ranges and serving as the point of contact for person in charge of weapons.  OPM Qualifications Standard:General Schedule Qualification Standards Individual Occupational Requirements: Equipment Services Series 1670 Associated Group standard:  March 2002 Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria:  THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT THE SELECTEE HAVE THE FOLLOWING CREDENTIALS: YOU MUST BE A FEDERAL, STATE, OR NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR.  YOU MUST ALSO HAVE OR BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION AS A RANGE SAFETY OFFICER WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ARMORER CERTIFICATION WITHIN SIX MOTHS OF EMPLOYMENT.   YOU MUST ALSO HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE. THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO THE LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT REQUIREMENTS. PLEASE INCLUDE COPIES OF CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES WITH YOUR APPLICATION.  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 a positive education requirement.  APPLICANTS CAN POSSESS EITHER SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE OR DEGREE AS STATED BELOW TO QUALIFY.  SUBMISSION OF TRANSCRIPTS IS REQUIRED IF QUALIFYING BASED ON EDUCATION.   Undergraduate Education: Major study -- any field of study in an accredited college or university. Graduate Education:Major study -- fields related to the position to be filled. 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. 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. 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.