Conservator Smithsonian Institution National Air and Space Museum The National Air and Space Museum is looking to fill 5 conservator positions in support of a planned renovation project at the Museum on the National Mall. This project is expected to last 7 to 8 years and will involve approximately 4000 artifacts representing the full range of materials from the 18th century to the present day. Since the collection encompasses a wide range of materials and preservation challenges, candidates with specialized skills and experience treating a range of materials are encouraged to apply.
Work Schedule is Full-Time, This is a temporary 2 year Trust position with additional 2 year renewals likely. This is not a Federal Position, but has similar requirements and benefits. Salary Range: $66,510.00 to $86,460.00 / Per Year Series & Grade: IS-1001-11/11 Promotion Potential: 11 Supervisory Status: No Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. Duties Coordinates loans, manages ongoing projects and provides technical guidance to fellow conservators, interns, fellows and contractors. Assists in the preparation of collection condition surveys to enhance the broader understanding of the condition status of the entire collection. Performs direct conservation treatment and supports artifact conservation process by procuring necessary supplies and equipment, fabricating supports, object handling and movement, photography, and related tasks. Advises the Chief Conservator and curators of conditions that threaten artifacts. Identifies developmental and training needs related to conservation practices for members of the Conservation Unit, and other Collections Department staff. Qualifications Experience: You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position specialized experience is defined as conducting artifact conservation and preservation tasks, to include: artifact condition examination, conservation treatment, preventative conservation, use of a collections information system data base, and preparation of object condition reports. Other Information Please see Benefits at www.sihr.si.edu<http://www.sihr.si.edu/> for a complete description. https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/471833600 For job posting information please contact: Shontel Ruiz Phone: 202-633-6312<tel://202-633-6312/>, TDD: 202-633-6409, Email : [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Address: SMITHSONIAN Office of Human Resources POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Washington DC Lisa Young, Objects Conservator National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Emil Buehler Conservation Laboratory [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Archives through August 2016 at http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/ Archives from September 2016 onward at https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/
