Mid GEOINT History Program Specialist - TS​/SCI

The GEOINT History Program Specialist – Mid is responsible for the development and execution of the historical program, from research and writing to curation and operations. This individual supports the operation and maintenance of the NGA history archives and all associated material residing in the Historical Research Center, and preserves and communicates NGA’s history to employees and public affairs missions both internally and externally.

• Content Development & Execution: Research, develop, and execute a high volume of historical content illustrating NGA’s history for both internal and external audiences. Products include articles, brochures, social media posts, podcast production, website content, museum exhibits, and museum tour guides.
• Historical Research Center Archiving: Perform archival processing, basic preservation procedures, inventorying and entering records metadata, and assist in collaborative efforts with NGA Records Management and the National Archives. Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials while providing reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials. Research and record the origins and historical significance of archival materials.
  
  Answer and receive external phone/email inquiries and conduct background research to generate responses.
• Historical Research Center Curation: Process records for artifacts and assist with inventorying and enforcing accountability procedures for historical artifacts in NGA custody. Measure and record metrics accurately. Locate new materials and advise government customers on acquisition, preservation, and display possibilities. Assist the Program Manager and NGA Historian on NGA’s history audit, including attending meetings, working with auditors, and performing curation inspections as required.
  
  Manage deaccession forms and reports, and oversee removal processes from start to finish.
• NGA Museum Support: Work with other museums on loans, exhibits, artifact solicitation, and advise on acquisition decisions. Research, develop, and produce historical displays, posters, exhibits, museum experiences, and any museum‑specific communications about the NGA history program. Provide guided tours of the museum and exhibits.

• Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in History, Geography, Library Science, Museum Studies, Museum Science, or a related field. One year of experience in curation or a certificate from an approved technical curatorial program in museum management is required.
• Experience: A minimum of five years of hands‑on experience in history, geography, library science, museum studies, or museum science roles. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have five or more years of direct museum practice, artifact preservation, curation, or history‑related positions.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and verbal communication abilities with an eagerness to draft, edit, and proofread materials.
• Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy and thoroughness when completing tasks such as inventorying and entering records metadata or recording the origins and significance of archival materials.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively in a fast‑paced support role. Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to build effective working relationships with internal colleagues and community partners.
• Written and Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible language.