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Summary This position is located in the Office of the Administrator of the National Gallery of Art, within the Office of Protection Services (AOP) and reports to the AOP Senior Technician and AOP Technical Services Supervisor. Performs duties in the installation, programming, modification, calibration, alignment, fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of the Office of Protection Services, Technical Services (AOPT) systems at the National Gallery of Art. Responsibilities The Incumbent performs the following duties: Incumbent is responsible for the installation, programming, modification, calibration, alignment, fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of AOPT Systems as required to maintain optimum performance. Provide subject matter expertise in the planning, design and integration of electronic security systems. Perform all functions such that the art, visiting public, and Gallery personnel are not exposed to any risks during performance. Maintain computer-based records of procurement, programming, installation, maintenance, and testing activities. Install and de-install temporary electronic security for special events and art shows. Install electrical conduit including rigid and flexible, metal and non-metallic types. Install, terminate, and test conductors and cabling for circuits less than 50V AC/DC including Ethernet cabling. 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 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: GS-08: This requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility to the GS-7 grade level in the federal service as an electronics security technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic. This experience must include demonstrated knowledge of the operation and capabilities of different types of electronic equipment. Candidates must reflect in their submitted USAJOBS resumes the possession of this specialized experience. If their resumes do not include such specialized experience,they will be ineligible for this position. GS-09:This requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility to the GS-8 grade level in the federal service as an electronics security technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic. This experience must include demonstrated knowledge of the operation and capabilities of different types of electronic equipment. Candidates must reflect in their submitted USAJOBS resumes the possession of this specialized experience. If their resumes do not include such specialized experience,they will be ineligible for this position. GS-10:This requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility to the GS-9 grade level in the federal service as an electronics security technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic. This experience must include demonstrated knowledge of the operation and capabilities of different types of electronic equipment. Candidates must reflect in their submitted USAJOBS resumes the possession of this specialized experience. If their resumes do not include such specialized experience,they will be ineligible for this position. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be evaluated against these factors to determine the best-qualified candidates. 1. Knowledge of electronic security systems and closed-circuit television (CCTV) design, configuration, and integration sufficient to serve as a subject matter expert and in the troubleshooting and repair of AOPT Systems. 2. Practical knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, terminology, techniques and methods of the electronics/electrical engineering disciplines relevant to assigned projects and skill in applying this knowledge to the solution of a wide variety of problems. Proficiency in performing work in a museum environment which allows the incumbent to work around priceless works of art and high-level interior finishes with minimal risk to the art and finishes. 3. Proficiency in the installation of conduit, conductors, and cabling in interior and exterior environments sufficient to provide infrastructure to support AOPT Systems. Repair, testing, and maintenance of electronic security and CCTV systems sufficient to serve as a subject matter expert and in the installation, troubleshooting and repair, and maintenance of AOPT Systems. Other Relevant Eligibility Criteria: Work assignments involve a substantial amount of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting. Occasionally work will be performed in confined space and/or cramped or awkward positions. Work will be performed from scaffolds, ladders, and lifts. Assigned work often requires lifting, carrying, and handling objects weighing in excess of 40lbs. Employee must be able to walk: stand, climb, bend, lift, perform in confined spaces and maintain cramped/awkward positions; Must be able to handle objects weighing 40 pounds or more; climb, work around live electrical circuits; work in hot, humid and dusty areas; performs work from scaffolds, ladders, and lifts; maintain exposure to the possibility of cuts, bruises, broken bones, burns from electrical shock and radiation; and provide after hours and weekend response support. 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. OPM Qualifications Standard: Individual Occupational Requirements: Electronics Technical Series 0856 Associated Group standard: Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Technical and Medical Support Positions Education Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above): Some examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Work as a technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic (civilian or military) that showed progression in theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory, and of the characteristics, function, operation, and capabilities of a variety of types of electronic equipment. This experience must have included the use of schematic diagrams, a variety of test equipment, and the application of appropriate electronic formulas involved in such duties as testing, troubleshooting, modifying, designing, calibrating, installing, maintaining, repairing, constructing, developing, and instructing on electronic equipment, or similar functions. Experience in developing policies, standards, and procedures for maintenance, installation, or similar functions, provided the work clearly shows that the applicant applied a specialized knowledge of the theories and principles of a variety of electronic systems or equipment. OR Education and Training: For GS-4 or equivalent: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in engineering, physical science, technology, or mathematics. At least 6 of the 12 semester hours must have been in electronics courses. For GS-5 or equivalent: Successful completion of (a) all the requirements for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or electronics technology, or (b) 3 years of study in an accredited (by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) curriculum in electronics, or (c) a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-4 or equivalent. At least 12 of the 24 semester hours must have been in electronics courses. Alternate Standard: The Examining Guide for Electronics Mechanic (2604) should be used as the qualification standard for qualifying applicants for either competitive or noncompetitive actions when the position's primary duty or responsibility, its primary purpose or reason for existence, relationship to other positions, the mission and responsibility of the organization in which it is located, and the essential, requisite qualifications required to do the work meet the definition of Trade, Craft, or Labor Work (see Technical Work in the Engineering and Architecture Group 0800). Trade, Craft, or Labor Work Involves: repairing systems and equipment to include detecting and diagnosing malfunctions, tearing down equipment, repairing or replacing parts or components, or aligning, calibrating and testing the modified or repaired equipment; performing preventive and corrective maintenance to keep equipment and systems in reliable condition; installing equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, and detailed instructions, or reinstalling repaired or modified systems; fabricating electronic equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, and instructions including constructing, assembling, arranging, mounting, or wiring electronic parts and components; and making measurements to diagnose malfunctions to ensure equipment operates within prescribed standards. Technical Work Involves: developing and designing test and repair equipment, analyzing repair practices, or developing procedural instructions on methods and steps of equipment repairs; developing maintenance standards and procedures, testing and evaluating new or modified systems, or analyzing the compatibility of interlocking components and systems; planning and directing the installation of complex systems and associated facilities, particularly where there are problems of site selection and construction; designing and analyzing circuits, determining feasibility of these designs, evaluating equipment performance under varying environmental conditions, collecting data, or designing or modifying designs to achieve performance and cost objectives; and developing or evaluating new or modified systems or monitoring frequency emissions by licensed stations. 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. 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