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 National Air & Space Museum. The Collections Processing Unit (CPU), located on the Paul E. Garber Facility (PEGF) in Suitland, MD, has the responsibility of properly protecting the National Collections of Aeronautics and Space Artifacts.

Duties

The Museum Specialist serves to carry out collections management activities, including the development and implementation of procedures for those involved in the packing, handling, transporting and storing of objects within the unit.

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.
• U.S. citizenship
• Must have a valid State or District of Columbia drivers license

Qualifications

GS-07: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal Service.  For this position, specialized experience is defined as:  Experience and knowledge in handling delicate and valuable artifacts in a museum setting, including proper techniques for packing, unpacking, and physically moving objects. Experience cataloging, documentation, and inventory management. Experience planning and executing artifact transportation locally. 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 academic year of related graduate level education Or Superior academic achievement 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. GS-09: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal Service.  For this position, specialized experience is defined as:  Experience handling artifacts, including techniques for packing, unpacking, and physically moving objects. Must possess an understanding of appropriate environmental conditions, security protocols, and preventive conservation measures to ensure the safety and preservation of the artifacts during handling and transportation. Experience in planning and executing artifact transportation (locally and internationally), including knowledge of packing materials and methods, customs regulations,insurance requirements, and logistics coordination. Experience using specialized handling equipment, such as crating systems, lifters, or climate-controlled containers is required. Or Education: Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education  Or  Master's or equivalent graduate degree related to the position Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications.  GS-11: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal Service.  For this position, specialized experience is defined as:  Experience handling aerospace artifacts, including techniques for packing, unpacking, and physically moving objects. Must possess an understanding of appropriate environmental conditions, security protocols, and preventive conservation measures to ensure the safety and preservation of the artifacts during handling and transportation. Experience researching local and international regulations governing artifact transportation, including customs requirements, import/export permits, and cultural heritage protection laws. Experience packing and crating artifacts for transportation, considering their fragility, size, and material composition while selecting appropriate packing materials, such as acid-free tissue paper, foam, or padding, and using proper techniques to create protective enclosures or crates.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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: HR Specialist
• Phone: 202-664-9364
• Email: [email protected]