Seasonal Preservationist

Full Job Description

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: 4/19/26 To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Technical Practices (Theoretical, precise, artistic). Use of measuring instruments Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.

(includes blueprinting reading) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Knowledge of materials If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration.

In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job which include: Assisting in reconstructing, restoring or rehabilitating wood structures Using instruments and tools such as rulers, try squares, levels, transits, framing hammers and traditional carpentry tools, Assisting with rehabilitating masonry structures by performing work such as stabilizing or constructing foundations, repainting walls, chimneys, fireplaces, etc.

Performing Preservationist duties under close supervision. Tasks were observed in progress and upon completion to make sure they were properly performed.

Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.

Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Volunteer Experience: 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. Major Duties:

A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.

Perform a variety of journey level preservation work using a variety of materials and tools. Construct/fabricate cabinetry, furniture, and replicate/install historic fabrics.

Construct and rehabilitate wood framed structures, furnishings, and accessories primarily within the historical and architectural aspects within all-building offices, museums, visitor centers, and workshops.

Perform carpentry work and preservation elements such as structural framing, rafters, doors, windows, reconstruct, restore, or rehabilitate floors, staircases, trusses and beams, reconstruct, restore, or rehabilitate interior and exterior trim, and roofing, etc.

Maintain, repair, construct and rebuild of a variety of surfaces and structures of brick, block, stone, lime based mortar and other related materials, such as partitions, walls, walkways, foundations, etc.