MUSEUM CURATOR

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Supports visual information management activities by following established procedures; Assists with the management of the historical collection-including acquisition, preservation, and displaying accordance with museum policies; Helps track budget data and contributes to financial reports by gathering statistics; Contributes to the development of themes and ideas for visual displays on both classified and unclassified systems; Follows internal security processes to help maintain program compliance and meet regulatory requirements, and; Drafts scripts and prepare materials for museum tours for a variety of audiences.

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Directs and oversees all visual information management activities with current industry best practices; Develops and implements museum policies and oversees the management of the historical collection, from acquisition to preservation and display; Leads budget and creation of long-term financial plans, utilizing statistics and preparing milestone reports; Oversees the development of themes and ideas for visual depictions to be displayed via classified and unclassified means; Leads development and implementation of internal processes/procedures in coordination with higher headquarters to maintain an effective Security Program while meeting regulatory requirements, and; Creates scripts for conducting tours and implements materials for the most basic knowledge levels to the highest of military and government ranks.

Experience must be clearly demonstrated in your resume.

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.

In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1015 series. A.

Degree: museum work; or in an applicable subject-matter field. (Must provide transcripts) B.

Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

(Must provide transcripts and experience clearly demonstrated in resume) C.

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 A above.

(Experience must be clearly demonstrated in your resume) *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Major Duties:

As a MUSEUM CURATOR at the GS-1015-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Manages the Museum, with an expert knowledge of museum curation, program management, and nuclear weapons; Serves as a Curator for nuclear weapons history, stockpile components, delivery systems and the evolution of radiological detectors, supporting Agency-level programs by conducting certification inspections, serving on advisory panels, and as a faculty member at federally-sponsored Museum Training Courses; Coordinates in policy development and implements policies governing the operations of the museum and is responsible for overseeing the solicitation, collecting, identification, accessions, cataloging, restoration, storage, display and preservation of historical properties received from transfers, as gifts and from purchases.

Establishes themes and conceives ideas for classified and unclassified exhibits and galleries; Responds to local office, Department, Directorate, and higher headquarters-level suspenses with data and statistics in the preparation of Museum-wide reports and documents; Prepares year-end and mid-year status reports that document museum achievements and identifies future goals and objectives.

Also, conducts tours and orientations for interested groups and visiting dignitaries, explaining the significance of various objects and exhibits within the NWIM; Develops, implements, and maintains internal processes and procedures in coordination with DoD and Agency Security Team to maintain an effective Security Program that meets regulatory requirements; Coordinates and ensures all Security Classification Guides are current, accurate and are still in use.