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STAFF CURATOR (MUSEUM MANAGEMENT)

Department of the Navy
Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
Naval History and Heritage Command
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Summary

You will serve as a Staff Curator (Museum Management) in the Conservation Branch, Collections Division of NAVAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE COMMAND.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
12/26/2024 to 01/06/2025
Salary
$62,579 to - $98,426 per year

Salary Range: GS-09: $62,579 - $81,352 GS-11: $75,715 - $98,426

Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Richmond, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DE-12649812-25-CLW
Control number
825129400

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

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  • At the GS-9 Level you will perform developmental duties, as assigned.
  • At the GS-11 (Full Performance Level) you will perform the duties below:
  • You will perform work conserving, preserving, storing, accounting for, shipping of historic properties in the Navy's Heritage Asset collections.
  • You will interact with the NHHC Enterprise conservators, museum curators, and exhibit specialists to identify special concerns or needs to ensure conserved artifacts are displayed properly to avoid damage.
  • You will perform a variety of routine and special technical duties in connection with the conservation, physical maintenance, preservation, and inventory of the collections.
  • You will serve as a subject matter expert for organic and inorganic artifacts in the collection.
  • You will prepare reports, documenting the conditions of artifacts, treatment options, and methods of preservation/conservation.
  • You will use various methods to examine objects including non-destructive testing.
  • You will adhere to the professional Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.
  • You will answer technical and general inquiries on historical properties in the collection undergoing conservation and preservation procedures.
  • You will participate in outreach and in tours of the laboratory.
  • You will prepare and deliver presentations and lectures on artifact conservation procedures.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
  • You may be required to maintain proper grooming standards in order to use protective clothing.
  • You must be comfortable working with materials to include fabrics, leather, metals, paper, rubber, plastics, and wood.
  • You will be required to work with handling, storage, and disposal of Hazardous Materials in accordance with federal regulations.

Qualifications

There is a Basic Requirement to hold a GS-1015 position the Federal Service. Details can be found in the "Education" section of this announcement.

There is a Selective Placement Factor for this position which must be met in addition to the Basic Requirement for the Series and the Specialized Experience and/or Education. The Selective Placement Factor is Experience working in a professional conservation laboratory setting including familiarity with laboratory safety and appropriate handling of chemicals. Your resume must clearly demonstrate such experience. Examples of such experience may include - working in a professional or university conservation/art conservation laboratory using laboratory chemicals to conserve historic artifacts/objects.

GS-11: In addition to the Basic Requirements and Selective Placement Factor for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing work involving conserving, preserving, storing, accounting for, and shipping of historic properties while adhering to the professional Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works, while performing the following;

  • Examining artifacts for the planning and implementing of safe and approved conservation treatments;
  • Documenting the condition of artifacts, treatment options, and methods of reservation/conservation;
  • Handling an array of artifacts inorganic and organic materials including wood, leather, and/or textiles during the verification of artifact records;
  • Storing, cleaning, photographing, and marking of artifacts prior to conservation treatments;
  • Researching databases, accession records, technical publications, books, and manuscripts to aid in answering questions about artifact historical validity, identification, and provenance in the collection;
  • Conducting standard chemical and physical testing in a laboratory setting to determine an artifact's age, composition, original appearance, level of treatment/restoration, appropriate preservation method, and conservation storage requirements;
  • Assisting in laboratory activities while complying with handling and safety protocols for Hazardous Material.
GS-09: In addition to the Basic Requirements and Selective Placement Factor for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing work involving conserving, preserving, storing, accounting for, and/or shipping of historic properties while adhering to the professional Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works, while performing the following;
  • Assisting in examining artifacts for support the planning and implementing of safe and approved conservation treatments;
  • Documenting the condition of artifacts, treatment options, and methods of reservation/conservation selected as directed by senior personnel;
  • Handling an array of artifacts and organic materials including wood, leather, and/or textiles to assist in the verification of artifact records;
  • Assisting in storing, cleaning, photographing, and marking of artifacts prior to conservation treatments;
  • Researching databases, accession records, technical publications, books, and/or manuscripts to aid in answering questions about artifact historical validity, identification, and provenance in the collection;
  • Assisting or working under the direction of senior personnel to conduct standard chemical and physical testing in a laboratory setting to determine an artifact's age, composition, original appearance, level of treatment/restoration, appropriate preservation method, and/or conservation storage requirements;
  • Assisting in laboratory activities while complying with handling and safety protocols for Hazardous Materials.
You may also qualifying using education to substitute for Specialized Experience. See the "Education" section of this announcement for details.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1000/museum-curator-series-1015/

Education

Applicants must meet the following Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: You must have:
Successfully completed a bachelor degree in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
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Have a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field plus appropriate experience or additional education.
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Have four years of experience that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a 4-year course of study in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.

You may use the following education or combination of education and experience to qualify at the GS-11 Level if you have the following:
Have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
Have successfully completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
Have a combination of education and experience as described above that are equivalent to a major in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field plus appropriate experience or additional education

You may use the following education or combination of education and experience to qualify at the GS-09 Level if you have the following:
Have successfully completed a masters or equivalent graduate degree in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
Have successfully completed two full years of progressively higher graduate level education leading to a masters degree in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field.https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
OR
Have a combination of education and experience as described above with courses equivalent to a major in museum work or in an applicable subject-matter field plus appropriate experience or additional education

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

This position is eligible for part time, substantial or ad-hoc telework at the discretion of management.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf

ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/

PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.

Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Attention to Detail
  • COLLECTIONS
  • COMPUTER LITERACY
  • Decision Making
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity/Honesty
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Learning
  • ORAL COMMUNICATION
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Reasoning
  • RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
  • Self-Management
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Teamwork
  • WRITTEN COMMUNICATION


You will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Additional points are not added for veterans' preference; however, preference is still applied. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans.

If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories:

Best Qualified - Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for announced position.
Highly Qualified - Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for announced position.
Qualified - Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for announced position.

If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

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