The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.  This position is in the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), Office of Curatorial Affairs. The National Museum of African American History and Culture is a national museum for the study and exhibition of African American history and culture.  More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Duties

The Museum Curator performs scholarly research, define and implement plans for development of a pre-eminent collection in any specialty fields of African American history and culture, keeping in mind the continuous expansion of the NMAAHC.

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

Basic Education Requirement: 1. Degree: museum work; or in an applicable subject-matter field. or 2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. or 3. Four years of experience that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study as shown in 1 above. In addition to the Basic Education Requirement above: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system.  For this position, specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience conducting scholarly research and producing publications and exhibitions; participating in public service efforts; developing a collection of artifacts; serving as a consultant on professional matters; answering public inquiries.  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.

Education

This position has a positive education requirement.  Unofficial transcripts are required.

Contacts

• Address SMITHSONIAN Office of Human Resources POB 23772, 600 Maryland Avenue, SW 517 Capital Gallery Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States
• Name: Yvonne Humphries
• Phone: 202-655-9870
• Email: [email protected]