Summary
As a Director, Fine Arts Program Division, you will provide broad oversight, direction and guidance for all Fine Arts activities and initiatives managed and facilitated by the Office of Architecture & Engineering (OAE) and provide national leadership and direction for GSA's Fine Arts Program. Location of position: Public Buildings Service, Office of Architecture & Engineering. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Duties
Directs, manages and oversees the national fine arts inventory, which includes administering a biennial inspection cycle; assessing the results of inspections and establishing priorities and budget requirements for art conservation projects. Advises GSA staff or contractors on methods of handling, storing, mounting and exhibiting works of art so that these procedures conform to high professional standards. Remains informed regarding methods and materials of conservation, art history and technology, and various conservation processes in relation to the maintenance of fine art. Develops agency-wide procedures on a variety of diverse and complex technical, professional or administrative issues related to GSA's commissioning, installing, maintaining, and conserving works of art. Provides administrative and technical expertise to GSA personnel; as a recognized expert in the areas of American art history, art acquisition and commissioning and related legal requirements, is called upon to review and assess problematic or potentially controversial situations, which are out of the ordinary, unique or otherwise unusual in nature. Acts as project manager for AIA commissions, developing scope of work, negotiating artist contracts and coordinating the review of artist proposal submissions. Introduces and promotes major works of art by renowned artists which may be highly controversial and serves as signatory on the technical assessment of artist candidates. Participates as liaison between the artist, client and contracted A/E firms in high-level, complex negotiations relating to the artwork and serves as an expert technical advisor to project personnel on design and installation issues. Coordinates public outreach activities and conducts briefings, discussions and negotiations with high level agency representatives, GSA managers and supervisors, contracted A-E firms and other external organizations such as local museums, conservation labs, art galleries and local governmental entities, to resolve controversies and negative perceptions regarding specific initiatives and/or individual projects. Plans and directs work for subordinates, sets and adjusts short term priorities, and prepares schedules based on consideration of difficulty of requirements and assignments so that the experience, training, and abilities of the staff are effectively utilized to meet organizational needs. Provides subordinate staff with direction and advice regarding policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Requirements
If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required
How you will be evaluated
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), and responses you provide on the application questionnaire. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. You will not be considered for the position if you fail to complete the assessment. You will be assessed on the following competencies: Oral Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Customer Service, Leadership, Planning & Evaluating, Influencing/Negotiating, Strategic Thinking, Human Capital Management. Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible under GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority. You may preview questions for this vacancy.