History Program Specialist; Museum Curator

Position: History Program Specialist (Museum Curator)
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* Job Description:

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* 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 Customer history archives and all associated material residing in the Historical Research Center, and to preserve and communicate Customer's history to Customer's employees and public affairs mission both internally and externally.  Duties include content development and execution, museum support, and Historical Research Center archiving and curation.

Duties Include:

+ Content Development & Execution:
Research, develop,and execute a high volume ofhistorical content illustrating Customer'shistory 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:
Archival processing, customary basic preservation procedures, inventorying and entering records metadata,assisting in collaborative efforts with Customer Records Management and the National Archives. Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems tofacilitateaccess to archival materials while providing reference services andassistancefor users needing archival materials. Research and record the origins and historical significance of archival materials. Answer and receive external phone/email inquiries and ability to conduct the background research to generate a response.

+ Historical Research Center Curation:
Record processing for artifacts andassistancewith the inventorying and enforcing accountability procedures forhistorical artifacts in Customer custody. Ensuring measurement and metrics are accurately recorded. Locate new materials and advise government customers on acquisition, preservation, and display possibilities. Assist the Program Manager and Customer Historianon Customer'shistory audit including attending meetings, working with auditors, and performingcuration inspections as required. Work deaccessions forms and reports for items along with managing the removal process from start to finish.

+ Customer Museum Support:
Workwith other museums on loans, exhibits, artifact solicitation, and advise in acquisition decisions. Thisalso includes researching, developing, and producinghistorical displays, posters, exhibits, museum experiences, and any museum specific communications about Customerhistory program. Provide guided tours of the museum and exhibits.

Required Skills:

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Education:

Aminimum of abachelor's degree from an accredited institution in History, Geography, Library Science, Museum Studies, Museum Science, or a related field. 1-year experience in the career field of curation or a certificate from an approved technical curatorial program in museum management required.

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Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the career field ofhistory, geography, library science, museum studies, or museum science role. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, the candidate must have 5+ years of direct museum practice, artifact preservation, curation, orhistory-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 enteringrecords metadata orrecording the origins and significance of archival materials.

+ Organizational

Skills:

The ability toassistwith multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively in a fast-paced support role. Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems tofacilitateaccess to archival materials.

+ Interpersonal

Skills:

The 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.

Desired

Skills:

+ Current/Active TS/SCI clearance or higher.

** Security Clearance Requirement:*
* An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

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