Museum Specialist (Art)

US National Gallery of Art; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC seeks a Museum Specialist to support collection movement projects for works on paper. Candidates should have at least one year of specialized experience at GS-07 level or equivalent in a fine art museum or library setting.

Experience can include paid or volunteer roles. The position requires meeting all qualification criteria by the closing date of the announcement and emphasizes careful handling of artworks and compliance with museum standards.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience at GS-07 level or equivalent.
• Experience in collection movement projects for works of art on paper (prints and drawings).
• Experience in a fine art museum or library setting.
• Volunteer work counts toward qualifying experience.

Skills

Specialized experience

Education

Master’s degree related to the position

Job description

We are the nation’s art museum, home to a renowned collection of over 160,000 works of art from antiquity to today. 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. Located on the National Mall, admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.

Specialized Experience Statement

Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the GS-07 level in the Federal service or private sector executing collection movement projects for works of art on paper (prints and drawings) for a fine art museum or library collection.

2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree related to the position

Neither category alone is sufficient for consideration. However, either category combined with other experience, a complete datasheet, or a competitive compilation may furnish a candidate with a reasonable level of skill or experience needed for placement.

A Combination of Education and Experience

Neither category alone is sufficient for consideration. However, either category combined with other experience, a complete datasheet, or a competitive compilation may furnish a candidate with a reasonable level of skill or experience needed for placement.

OPM Qualifications Standard

Individual Occupational Requirements: Museum Specialist and Technician Series 1016 Associated Group standard: Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions

Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria

None

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.