USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Supervisory Chief Conservator (Chief Conservator)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$121K/yr - $157K/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 conservation laboratory of the Hirshorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (HMSG), where the Supervisory Chief Conservator will supervise and manage a professional team of conservators, leading conservation actions and technical analyses of art objects.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform a full range of technical examinations of works of art to identify their structure and components, their condition, and any appropriate treatment
Establish procedures for the examination, handling and movement of objects in preparation for loan or exhibition
Develop and propose annual budgets for the labs, oversees procurement and contract work in the lab
Review and approve the activities of the professional, para-professional, and technical while distributing work among staff and revising priorities as necessary
Qualification
Required
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Service
Experience examining and treating artworks using accepted conservation methods for restoration and preservation of objects including use of diagnostic tools, monitoring environmental conditions and understanding of potential hazards
Advising on standards and procedures for safe handling, storage, and display of art objects
Preparing educational information on conservation for lectures, tours, and label text
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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