The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.  This position is located in the Office of Planning, Design and Construction (OPDC), Construction Management Division (CMD).  The CMD provides oversight for all contracted construction projects in these facilities, many of which are designated historic, contain priceless collections, experiments or equipment and are visited by millions of people each year.

Duties

The Construction Control Representative provides oversight related to construction and renovation projects for Smithsonian Institution (SI) facilities.

Requirements

• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
• May need to complete a Probationary Period
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.

Qualifications

Experience: GS-07: You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system.  For this position specialized experience is defined as inspecting construction for compliance with plans and specifications; and applying skills in selecting efficient methods and procedures to plan and accomplish construction projects.  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.Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Or Education: One full year of graduate level education; or superior academic achievement related to the position.Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications. For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards. Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address SMITHSONIAN Office of Human Resources POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Suite 5060 Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States
• Name: Shontel Ruiz
• Phone: 202-633-6997
• Email: [email protected]