USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Exhibits Specialist (Fabrication)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $110K/yr
1+ years expThe Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Smithsonian Institution Exhibits (SIE) and involves performing a full range of production and related tasks in the preparation and installation of complex museum exhibitions.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare exhibit components, including mounts, cases, vitrines, panels, platforms, interactives, and unique structures
Identify proper materials, assist in the estimate of the project and provide feedback on designs and/or drawings submitted
Detail the component and submit digital files using a variety of digital computer 3D scanning/manipulation software or CAD/CAM software
Obey all safety and environmental regulations, demonstrating the knowledge and practice of safety procedures, PPE, Tool guarding, and the OSHA regulations for the fabrication shop
Work with fabrication shop leadership, project managers, designers, curators, and other diverse museum professionals
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, or other fields related to the position
Advanced training in a vocational school, technical institute, or art institute above the high school level in one of the fields listed above is creditable as general experience on a month-for-month basis
Experience in the actual type of work for which application is made. Unpaid experience is creditable, provided the work done was of a quality level and demonstrated the ability required for the position. This includes work in the appropriate field, e.g., design, modelmaking, art, taxidermy, or restoration
For Grade 09: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as utilizing CAD/CAM software to execute complex museum exhibit projects through the fabrication, mount making, and installation phases
For Grade 11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as executing complex museum exhibit projects through pre-production, fabrication, and installation phases; mentoring, overseeing, and integrating CAD/CAM software and techniques into the fabrication mount making process workflow
Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications
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
Benefits
Vacation and sick leave
Holidays
Health/life insurance
Accident insurance
Excellent retirement program options
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Insurance
Leave
Life Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance
Retirement Program
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