Summary Gallery Protection Officer II are armed and commissioned as United States Special Police Officers, have arrest authority, normally serve in uniform and when necessary wear plain clothes in the performance of their duties. They serve in various assignments over a period of time, during hours when the National Gallery of Art is open to the public and during non-public non-operating night time hours. Responsibilities The incumbent will: Denies admission to undesirable or unauthorized persons, prevents unauthorized removal of Gallery property, answers inquiries from visitors and aids persons in distress. Serves at stationary posts or patrols heavily trafficked public areas or locations that are vulnerable to crimes against persons, theft, vandalism and other damage. Possess knowledge of emergency alarms and fire procedures. Possess knowledge of First aid and CPR. Possess knowledge of pertinent laws relating to arrests, arrest authority and procedures, search, seizure and detention of persons. Follow oral and written instructions. Maintain a pleasant and tactful manner towards coworkers, Gallery staff, supervisors, and the public at all times. Requirements Conditions of Employment Designated and/or random drug testing is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain the ability to carry a firearm. Possess and maintain a valid state drivers license. Veterans have preference. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. 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 federal GS-5 level, such as work with a Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the performance of guard duties on a regular or intermittent basis. Note: Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. OPM Qualifications Standard: Individual Occupational Requirements: Security Guard Series 0085 Group Qualification Standard: There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series. Use the Individual Occupational Requirements described below. GRADE EXPERIENCE EDUCATION/TRAINING General Specialized GS-2 3 months None High school graduation or equivalent GS-3 6 months None 1 year above high school GS-4 6 months 6 months 2 years above high school GS-5 and above None 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level None Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must meet the criteria for veterans’ preference unless there are more vacancies than eligible veterans in the applicant pool. Must be able to lift and carry an unconscious person, with the assistance of one other person. Must be able to stoop and bend. Must be able to carry a 20 pound object without assistance. Must be able to climb and descend two flights of steps quickly, without difficulty. Must be able to stand 2.5 hours, without a break, on a daily basis. Must be able to stand every work day for cumulative total of 5 hours and 40 minutes. Must be able to work in closed and confined spaces, such as a security booth and underground facilities. Must have the agility and ability to subdue violent suspects. Must be able to hear conversational voice and radio transmissions, and able to convey information via portable radio and telephone at a normal conversational volume. Must be able to obtain and maintain a state Drivers License. Incumbent has 90 days after date of hire to obtain a valid state Driver’s License. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Incumbent is required to qualify annually (at a minimum) with the standard firearm. Failure to re-qualify will result in removal from the position. All applicants appointed to Law Enforcement positions must attend and successfully complete NGA training program. Applicants who fail to successfully meet this requirement will be subject to termination. You must not have a history of domestic violence or child abuse/sexual abuse. You must be able to become Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid qualified and have the ability to read and understand written material in language of the security force. Lautenberg Amendment: This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. A person convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence is not eligible for the position. 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 Although this position does not have a positive education requirement, you may submit copies of your transcripts or a course listing. You must provide documentation supporting your education claims. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. 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-opportunity Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/reasonable-accommodation Veterans Information: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans Reasonable Accommodation Requests: To learn more, please consult the following resources: Disability Employment - Reasonable Accommodations (OPM) How to contact an agency