Job: Head of Paper Conservation

Pay/Hours/Benefits: This is a full-time salaried position with an approximate salary range of $167,603 to – $195,200 (GS 15). Total compensation for benefits eligible employees includes a comprehensive benefits package with generous paid leave benefits, health, dental, and vision insurance.

Institution: National Gallery of Art, West Building. 6th St and Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565

Application Deadline: December 10, 2025

Brief Description: This position reports to Chief of Conservation within the Curatorial and Conservation division. Duties Include:

Operating and administering the paper conservation department comprehensively, including all personnel actions, assignment of work, space and budget planning and goal implementation.

Creating a strategic plan for the paper conservation department and advising on conservation policies, treatments and improvements to laboratory conditions.

Supervising staff, contractors, interns and fellows, assigning work based on availability, capability and special qualifications of staff. Leading with empathy and encouraging collaboration and creativity.

Deciding appropriate methods and techniques of treatment to ensure that current treatment procedures are consistent with sound technology and that the National Gallery maintains a leadership role in the field of conservation. Overseeing and assigning exhibition and loan tasks related to paper conservation. 

Conducting research in the developing methods and materials of conservation, as well the history and technology of each object, the incumbent shares findings with colleagues in scholarly meetings and publications and represents the National Gallery in academic and professional matters related to collections and paper conservation issues.

Contact Info/Link to Online Application:  Formal applications and supporting materials must be submitted no later than December 10, 2025. More information about the position can be found here: USAJOBS – Job Announcement