Equipment Specialist (Firearms Instructor)

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.

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.

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.

Your resume will be used to evaluate your experience, education, and/or training that address the competencies below: Firearms - Knowledge of firearm usage and related issues, such as ammunition, range regulations and safety and use of force policies. Oral Communication - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.

Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. Category Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the three quality categories: The quality categories are defined as: Qualified, Well Qualified, or Best Qualified. Qualified Category = Does not exceed the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement.

Well Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the Critical Competencies defined below. (This category must be met to be considered under ICTAP procedures) Best Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and excels in the Critical Competencies defined below. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.

Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of many," but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent or higher will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

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.

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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-opportunity More 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/veterans Selective 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 eligibility requirements 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.

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The application process is as follows: Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page.

You must have a USAJOBS account and be logged in.

You must have a completed resume no more than 2 pages. (You may use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS) You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided.

You will be able to upload additional supporting documentation, which may include, but not limited to transcripts, notification of personnel actions (SF-50), certifications and verification of veterans status (SF-15, DD-214) The complete application package, including any additional supporting documents required for this position is due in the National Gallery of Art Personnel Office on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

NOTE: Applicants who cannot apply on-line must request a hard copy application packet from the Agency Contact listed in the vacancy announcement. Resumes and/or supporting documentation alone will not be considered without the inclusion of a hard copy application packet.

The complete package is due no later than 5:30 PM Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. The National Gallery of Art receives many applications for each job. Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks.

You may also check your application status by logging into www.usajobs.gov and selecting the tab "My USAJOBS".

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Your Resume (no more than 2 pages) showing the applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed to include pay plan, series, and grade level for relevant federal experience.

Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. Proof of Drivers License Proof of Federal Certified Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor Do not include the following types of information in your resume: Classified or government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Encrypted and digitally signed documents Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional Most recent Performance Appraisal, optional Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g.

DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.

Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify. If selected for the position, you must provide an official transcript before appointment. Proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study, if applicable.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.