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Position Title
Director of Design and Creative Placemaking
Agency
National Endowment for the Arts
Announcement Number
DE-11734391-23-LS Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, January 26, 2023 to Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification. If after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the letter that describes how you meet the qualification requirements for this position at the GS-15 level.
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
2. Represent the organization on matters affecting the Design and Creative Placemaking fields to advise on field-related issues.
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3. Provide strategic leadership regarding funding and programming for Design and Creative Placemaking.
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4. Recruit experts in the Design and Creative Placemaking fields to serve on panels and/or in other advisory roles.
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5. Manage a team of staff with regular tasks (may include: reviewing grant applications, assembling panels, and executing leadership initiatives) to meet organizational objectives. (limit characters)
6. Analyze the implications of research and trends in Design and Creative Placemaking to make recommendations on appropriate funding, programming, and/or policy.
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7. Collaborate on the formulation of regulations and policies (including budget recommendations) to enhance the Design and Creative Placemaking fields.
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8. Collaborate on strategic partnerships (may include: partnerships with philanthropy, national and regional networks, and/or federal agencies) that engage artists and designers to advance healthy, equitable communities.
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9. Work within a team to provide professional leadership and guidance on the development of programs, partnerships, and leadership initiatives.
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10. Communicate policy developments to internal and external stakeholders in order to shape the Design and Creative Placemaking fields.
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11. Prepare oral and multimedia presentations on Design and Creative Placemaking matters for meetings at the national level. (limit characters)
12. Cultivate relationships with leaders in Design and Creative Placemaking and related fields to keep abreast of trends and innovative developments.
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13. Create written materials on Design and Creative Placemaking matters for meetings at the national level.
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14. Provide written briefs to management on the content of meetings and necessary follow-up actions.
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15. Prepare written responses to inquiries from external stakeholders, including the public, in line with the organization's mission.
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16. Provide written communications on policy development that may have an impact upon artistic or administrative operations of organizations and individuals in the Design and Creative Placemaking fields.
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17. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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