Job: Paintings Conservator (2 positions)
Pay/Hours/Benefits: These two full-time salaried positions at the GS-13 and GS-14 levels respectively. Review of the federal General Schedule (GS) pay scale for Washington, DC workers at the GS-13 level is listed as $121,785 (Step 1) to $158,322 (Step 10) per annum, while the GS pay scale for Washington, DC workers at the GS-14 level is listed at $142,913 (Step 1) to $187,093 (Step 10) per annum. . For more information about potential benefits please visit: https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Institution/Location: National Gallery of Art, 1022 Madison Dr NW, The Mall, DC
Application Deadline: August 20, 2026
Brief Description:
The Conservation Division of the National Gallery of Art is pleased to announce that two Painting Conservator positions are posted on USAJobs.
The Painting Conservation Lab (CL-PT) at the National Gallery of Art preserves the structural stability and aesthetic integrity of the collection through expert examination, treatment and research. CL-PT uses advanced imaging to analyze artist techniques, guide treatment and collaborate with scientists and curators to ensure long-term preservation for future generations. This vacancy announcement is for two positions. The GS-14 position focuses on Old Master paintings and assists the Head of CL-PT in supervising staff, managing funding and examining, treating and documenting paintings. The GS-13 position is non-supervisory and focuses on Modern and Contemporary paintings
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