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News from Federal HBCU Interagency Working Group on Arts, History, Humanities & Culture
Greetings from the Arts, History, Humanities & Culture Cluster of the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities!
We are made up of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, Department of Education, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Library of Congress, National Endowment for the Arts, and National Endowment for the Humanities. This regular newsletter will keep you up to date on grant opportunities, events, and grantee highlights.
Upcoming Grant Opportunities:
National Endowment for the Humanities
The Awards for Faculty Institutional Support – HBCUs and TCUs Program is a limited competition designed to support institutions that have one or more faculty or staff member(s) who have been awarded one of the following NEH awards for individuals in federal fiscal year 2024.
National Endowment for the Arts:
Our Town—This creative placemaking grants program supports activities that integrate arts, culture, and design into local efforts that strengthen communities over the long term. Our Town projects engage a wide range of local stakeholders in efforts to advance local economic, physical, and/or social outcomes in communities.
- Application Deadline: August 1, 2014.
- Applicant resources including a webinar and Q&A sessions—sign up here
Challenge America—Support primarily to small organizations for projects to reach historically underserved communities with rich and dynamic cultural identities. This program may be a good entry point for organizations that are new to applying for federal funding. Grants are awarded in all artistic disciplines for a wide variety of arts projects. The category features an abbreviated application, a robust structure of technical assistance, and grants for a set amount of $10,000.
- Application Deadline: April 25, 2024, for projects taking place beginning in 2025.
- Applicant resources including a guidelines webinar
Grants for Arts Projects—Provides expansive funding opportunities to strengthen the nation’s arts and culture ecosystem. Grants are available for arts projects in a wide variety of artistic disciplines. Visit the artistic disciplines webpage for each disciplines’ project types and accompanying application deadlines. Each discipline has identified the types of projects that are of greatest interest within this program as well as the characteristics of competitive proposals that provide the greatest opportunities for federal support to strengthen the nation’s arts and cultural ecosystem.
- Application Deadlines: July 11, 2024 for projects taking place beginning in 2025.
- Applicant resources including a guidelines webinar
Are you a first-time applicant? Visit our resource guide for new applicants to access information on required registrations, the application process, things to know before you apply, and information on managing your award.
Announcements:
From the National Endowment for the Humanities
The National Endowment for the Humanities recently announced $26.2 million in grants for 238 humanities projects across the country.
Grant awards will underwrite a new permanent exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh on how the Nile River shaped ancient Egyptians’ ideas of life and death; provide for treatment and digitization of photo collections at Appalshop documenting Appalachia’s social, cultural, and economic history that were damaged by catastrophic flooding in Kentucky; and support archaeological research at the sites of two former boarding schools on the Blackfeet reservation in Montana.
Read more about the most recent round of NEH grant awards.
This spring, explore a vast array of humanities programs taking place around the country. Our state and jurisdictional partners host and promote various events for both children and adults. Events include exhibitions, film screenings and premieres, National History Day awards, podcasts, festivals, and conversations with prominent authors.
A full list of events can be found here.
From the Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education’s Assistance for Arts Education (AAE) program has launched its new website, The Assistance for Arts Education Center (AAEC), aaec (ed.gov).
The AAE program promotes arts education for students, including disadvantaged students and students who are children with disabilities, through professional development for arts educators, teachers, and principals; development and dissemination of accessible instructional materials and arts-based educational programming; and community and national outreach activities that strengthen and expand partnerships.
The AAE program office and their Technical Assistance contractor, LPE, collaborated to produce the AAEC website as a resource to support AAE grantees and the arts education field.
The goals for the center are to:
- provide targeted technical assistance to AAE grantees;
- provide Arts education resources to AAE grantees and the Arts education field;
- disseminate Arts education information from ED offices and other federal and national partners;
- provide information on Federal funding opportunities; and
- provide the latest information on professional development opportunities from multiple entities.
The website is being developed in phases: Phase I focuses on the public-facing aspects of the center, where information about the AAE program will be disseminated. Phase I includes the following features:
- Grantee Profiles that highlight the important work of AAE grantees
- Grantee Spotlights
- Arts Education Topic Area Resources
- Overview of the AAE program and department resources
- Program Partners
- Recent News, Events, and more!
Please visit the website at aaec (ed.gov) regularly, as the AAE team will continue to update the content and enhance web-based products and services.
Please direct questions or inquiries regarding the AAE program or the website to AIEinfo@lpeassociates.com.
From the National Endowment for the Arts
2024 NEA Jazz Master Willard Jenkins spoke with Howard University students in a presentation titled “Music Careers, Beyond the Bandstand” as part of the 2024 events. Read about this event in Howard University’s The Hilltop.
Watch the 2024 NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert On-Demand!
Did you miss the recent celebration of 2024 NEA Jazz Masters Gary Bartz, Terrence Blanchard, Willard Jenkins, and Amina Claudine Myers? The video is now available to view on demand on the NEA’s website.
The concert featured performances by Bartz, Blanchard, and Myers with their bands, the African Rhythms Alumni Quintet in honor of Jenkins, and Lakecia Benjamin, Katie Ernst, Camille Gainer, REDWOOD, and Charenée Wade closed the concert with a tribute to jazz icon Duke Ellington. The concert also included video tributes to the honorees, which are also available to view on the NEA’s YouTube channel.
Nominate an NEA Jazz Master! Nominations are open until October 31, 2024, for the 2026 class of NEA Jazz Masters. Visit arts.gov for full guidelines and to submit your nomination.
We are also accepting nominations for the NEA National Heritage Fellowships, the nation’s highest honor in folk and traditional arts. Nominations are open until Tuesday, May 28, 2024, for the 2025 class of NEA National Heritage Fellows. Visit arts.gov for full guidelines and to submit your nomination.
From the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Webinar—Disappearing Indigenous Heritage: Climate Change and Community Displacement
Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 2 p.m. ET
Climate change is actively threatening communities around the United States. Sea level rise, coastal erosion, and increased wildfires are displacing entire communities and the cultural landscapes they leave behind. Many of the areas at-risk of displacement are made up of marginalized communities, further compounding systemic inequality. Preservationists and cultural resource specialists are responding to this displacement and loss of cultural heritage by partnering with communities to discuss ways to preserve their heritage while providing alternatives for their communities’ futures.
Panelists include:
- Shasta Gaughen, President of National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, and THPO of the Pala Band of the Luiseno Mission Indians
- Davin Holen, Ph.D. , Associate Professor & Coastal Community Resilience Specialist, Alaska Sea Grant, University of Alaska Fairbanks
- Brad Kaʻaleleo Wong, Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program Manager, DOI – Office of Native Hawaiian Relations
Register at: https://achp.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN__IhjDKc8QNaWBKOlAh-_Cg#/registration
From the Library of Congress
2024 Connecting Communities Digital Initiative (CCDI) Summer Fuse (Free Virtual Event)
This year’s third annual Connecting Communities Digital Initiative (CCDI) Summer Fuse event will feature a full afternoon of new awardee presentations, a spotlight on CCDI Artists/Scholars-in-Residence Maya Freelon and Dr. Allie Martin, a panel on Community-Engaged AI, and presentations by CCDI interns. Register here and join us to learn more about the program and the scholars’ work.
National Recording Registry 2024! Doug E. Fresh, Green Day, Blondie, Juan Gabriel!
A wonderful array of music was recently inducted into the National Recording Registry by The Library of Congress. Artists range from Bill Withers and Hector Lavoe to The Notorious B.I.G. and Doug E. Fresh. See the full list of inductees here.
Opportunities for Research Assistants, Researchers, and Senior Researchers
Remote, temporary positions can be a great way for a recent graduate to start a federal career or to transition into the federal space. Two positions are currently open at The Library of Congress that may be a good fit for those with their sights on the federal government. Both close on May 31, 2024
- Technical Information Specialist (Data Analyst / Senior Data Analyst)(Temporary Position)
- Technical Information Specialist (Research Assistant / Researcher / Senior Researcher)(Temporary Position)
Contact us:
We want to hear from you! Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions:
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation: achp@achp.gov
Department of Education: assistanceforartseducation@ed.gov
Institute of Museum and Library Services: imlsinfo@imls.gov
Library of Congress: recruitment@loc.gov
National Endowment for the Arts: hbcu@arts.gov
National Endowment for the Humanities: questions@neh.gov
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United States Mint
United States Mint Vacancies
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U.S. Department of Transportation
INVITATION TO APPLY
Don’t Delay – Start Your Career Today with FHWA!
The California Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight Manager (GS-2101-13 – $114,332 to $156,323 annually) in Los Angeles or Sacramento, California. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759154400 (open to U.S. Citizens), selecting “Los Angeles” or “Sacramento” as the location and “GS-13” as the grade level. Alternatively, send your resume and a statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to hdaca@dot.gov using the subject “Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight Manager Position.” This job announcement closes on 05/01/2024 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration).
FHWA provides stewardship over the construction, maintenance and preservation of the Nation’s highways, bridges, and tunnels. FHWA also conducts research and provides technical assistance to state and local agencies to improve safety, mobility, and to encourage innovation.
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In this position, you will become an integral part of delivering Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight (RBSO) in the largest Federal-aid Highway Division Office in the country! As a member of the “Program Analysis Unit,” you will lead several mission critical programs and initiatives, including the annual “Strategic Planning Process,” “Annual Program Review Program,” and risk management.
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As a Risk-Based Stewardship and Oversight Manager, you will:
- Provide expertise and assist in policy formulation, problem solving, development, promotion, and demonstration of state-of-the-art practices on a wide range of Transportation programs.
- Conduct and participate in complex program reviews to evaluate and determine the extent of efficiency, effectiveness, and economy with which Transportation programs and administrative operations are carried out in conjunction with the agency’s mission and policies.
- Develop plans, goals, and oversees the implementation of systems and procedural changes.
- Serve as the point of contact for all Congressional, Headquarters, and other miscellaneous requests for information. Coordinate with appropriate staff to draft responses, reviews, finalizes and distributes correspondence.
- Develop a wide range of methodologies to collect multitude of complex data/information. Track process improvements through critical metrics and adjusts processes as necessary to gain additional process improvements.
- Provide expertise, training, and presentations to stakeholders in developing plans, goals, objectives for implementing deliverables for assigned Transportation programs.
The ideal candidate for this position has extensive knowledge of program management concepts and principles, including risk management principles, and program review techniques for continuous improvement of the Federal-aid Highway Program.
The ideal candidate wants to bring their wealth of experience and knowledge to working in one of the most dynamic and challenging environments at FHWA!
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Los Angeles is a sprawling Southern California city and the center of the nation’s film and television industry. Near its iconic Hollywood sign, studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers offer behind-the-scenes tours. On Hollywood Boulevard, TCL Chinese Theatre displays celebrities’ hand- and footprints, the Walk of Fame honors thousands of luminaries and vendors sell maps to stars’ homes.
Sacramento, capital of the U.S. state of California, lies at the confluence of the Sacramento River and American River. The district of Old Sacramento harkens back to the city’s “gold rush” era, with wooden sidewalks and wagon rides. One of several museums in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum depicts the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, one of the country’s earliest technological feats.
Find FHWA’s California Division Offices at 650 Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento and 888 South Figueroa Street in downtown Los Angeles!
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U.S. Department of Interior
Pre-Announcement-National Park Service Opportunity
There will be an upcoming opportunity at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Boulder City, NV. Park Guide, Spanish/English. We expect this announcement to be posted on or around May 6th.
This is a permanent role and offers an excellent foray into government services. Pay Range: 40,393.00 to $52,508.00 Per Year. This role is uniformed and offers a uniform allowance.
Relocation and recruitment incentives may be offered.
This role is fully benefitted: Your Benefits (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Healthcare & Insurance – OPM.gov
Federal Holidays (opm.gov)
An overview of requirements:
Demonstrated Spanish language proficiency. Education and/or experience equivalent to the GS-4 level in interpretation. Qualifying experience includes volunteerism, work experience, internships, and education.
Candidates will need to submit federal resume. Some of the or use the resume builder, we suggest the following:
U.S. Office of Personnel Management – YouTube – Navigating USA Jobshttps://www.doi.gov/sites/doi.gov/files/resume-handout-508-compliant.pdfOur next resume workshop.
NPS National Recruitment Team Resume workshop will be held on Thursday April 25th at 11:00 AM-12:30 PM, PDT
Register: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
Anyone who would like to be on our announcement list for when the position posts may email: NationalRecruitmentTeam@nps.gov with the subject: Lake Mead NRA Park Guide GS5 or save a search https://nps.usajobs.gov/
USAJOBS Help Center – How to save a search
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U.S. Department of Labor
Spring Opportunities at DOL! Entry-level, mid-level and senior level!
Opportunities are open at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and are waiting for you! As we face the new challenges of the 21st-century, we need your talent, imagination, and dedication to public service to continue our tradition of excellence in serving the American people.
We’re seeking applicants to join our team from all backgrounds! DOL is committed to hiring a highly talented and diverse workforce to include veterans, individuals with disabilities, students and recent graduates, retirees, and those from the corporate world. Our positions offer valuable experience, training opportunities, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
To begin, visit usajobs.gov, the official website for searching for and applying to the federal government.
Employee Benefits Security Administration
Closes: 5/13/2024
ES 00; Series: 1801; $147,649 – $221,900 per year
Location: Dallas, TX
Open to the Public and Senior Executives
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management
IT Specialist (Applications Software/Artificial Intelligence)
Closes: 05/01/2024 or 100 applications
GS:14; Series 2210; $122,198 – $191,900 per year
Location: Location Negotiable After Selection
Open to the Public
Data Scientist – Interdisciplinary
Closes: 05/02/2024 or 200 applications
GS:14; Series:1854, 1515, 1529, 1530, 1550,1560; $122,198 – $191,900 per year
Location: Location Negotiable After Selection
Open to the Public
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Economic Assistant (Part-Time)
Closes: Various Dates
GS-5 (FPL GS-7); Series 0119; Various hourly rates per geographic location, review link
Location: Various
Open to the Public
Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations
Closes: 05/02/2024
ES 00; Series 0110 and 1530; $147,649 – $221,900 per year
Location: Atlanta, GA or Boston, MA
Open to Public and Senior Executives
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Closes: 05/01/2024
GS:15; Series: 0340: $163,964 – $191,900 per year
Location: Arlington, VA
Open to the Public
Mine Safety and Health Inspector
Closes: 05/02/2024
GS 7-11; Series 1822; $86,962 – $122,811 per year
Location: Little Rock, AR, Albuquerque, NM, Norman, OK, Dallas, TX
Open to Public
Veterans’ Employment Training Service
Veterans Employment Specialist
Closes:05/02/2024
GS: 13; Series: 0301; $103,409 – $134,435 per year
Location: Hato Rey, PR
Open to the Public
Office of Disability Employment Policy
Closes: 05/01/2024
GS 14; Series 0110; $139,395 – $181,216 per year
Location: Washington, DC
Open to the Public
Policy Advisor
Closes: 05/02/2024
GS 14; Series 0301; $139,395 – $181,216 per year
Location: Washington, DC
Open to the Public
APPLICATION RESOURCES
Here are some tips for getting started with USAJOBS as well as tips for writing a federal resume! As we continue to grow our DOL team and promote job opportunities, please reach out to us at any time to guide you through your federal application journey.
Career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. View our comprehensive and competitive employment benefits on our website at DOL.GOV.
Visit our site to learn more about:
- DOL Agencies
- Major Occupations
- How to Apply
- Benefits
- Veterans’ and Military Spouse Employment
- Persons with Disabilities
- Students and Recent Graduates
- Executive Employment
Thank you again for your interest in a career with the Department of Labor. We look forward to networking with you.
Best regards,
Diversity Recruitment and Outreach Branch
Office of Human Resources
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management
U.S. Department of Labor | www.dol.gov/Careers
Email questions to: DOL-Recruitment@dol.gov
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2024 HBCU Immersion in GEOINT
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U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH)
- April is National Minority Health Month: This annual observance builds awareness of health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minority populations and American Indian/Alaska Native communities and encourages everyone to take action to end these inequities.
The theme for 2024 is Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections. It focuses on two topics critical to advancing health equity: (1) Social determinants of health; and (2) Cultural competency and humility.
Information on HHS activities and resources supporting National Minority Health Month are available at www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov.
HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH)
- Language Access Request for Information (RFI): OMH is seeking public comment from language access stakeholders, including organizations representing and/or serving communities with limited English proficiency (LEP), to guide the development and implementation of a symbol informing people about the availability of language assistance services in health settings, including for health services, programs, and/or products. Public comments are due May 20th and the RFI can be found here: Federal Register :: Development of a Universal Symbol for Language Assistance Services in Health Settings
- Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes Funding Opportunity: This OMH NOFO solicits applications for projects to demonstrate that community level innovations that reduce barriers related to social determinants of health can increase use of preventive health services and make progress toward Leading Health Indicator (LHI) targets. The NOFO closes on May 15th, and more information can be found here: https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/open-funding-opportunities.
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Department of Homeland Security
- DHS has been looking for innovative ways to help communities combat the risks posed by climate change through the development and promotion of Resilience Hubs located across the country. Throughout the United States, resilience hubs are being developed by sustainability coordinators and resilience professionals all with the intent of providing a physical resource which fosters research, educates, shelters, and ensures sustainable energy during an extreme weather event or natural disaster. These resources can be thought of as a collective and collaborative effort being undertaken by citizens, local and state governments, private sector, and federal partners to achieve comprehensive preparedness against climate change related threats.
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U.S. Department of Commerce
CHIPS Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs):
- NOFO: Notice of Funding Opportunity: CHIPS National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) Materials and Substrates Research and Development | NIST. Seeking applications for research and development (R&D) activities that will establish and accelerate domestic capacity for advanced packaging substrates and substrate materials, a key technology for manufacturing semiconductors. The CHIPS for America program anticipates approximately $300 million in funding innovation across multiple technologies ranging from semiconductor-based to glass and organics. This is the first NOFO released by the CHIPS for America R&D program office, and the third NOFO released overall by CHIPS for America.