Summary This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. Responsibilities As a MUSEUM CURATOR at the GS-1015-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Manages the Museum, with an expert knowledge of museum curation, program management, and nuclear weapons. Serves as a Curator for nuclear weapons history, stockpile components, delivery systems and the evolution of radiological detectors, supporting Agency-level programs by conducting certification inspections, serving on advisory panels, and as a faculty member at federally-sponsored Museum Training Courses. Coordinates in policy development and implements policies governing the operations of the museum and is responsible for overseeing the solicitation, collecting, identification, accessions, cataloging, restoration, storage, display and preservation of historical properties received from transfers, as gifts and from purchases. Establishes themes and conceives ideas for classified and unclassified exhibits and galleries. Responds to local office, Department, Directorate, and higher headquarters-level suspenses with data and statistics in the preparation of Museum-wide reports and documents. Prepares year-end and mid-year status reports that document museum achievements and identifies future goals and objectives. Also, conducts tours and orientations for interested groups and visiting dignitaries, explaining the significance of various objects and exhibits within the NWIM. Develops, implements, and maintains internal processes and procedures in coordination with DoD and Agency Security Team to maintain an effective Security Program that meets regulatory requirements. Coordinates and ensures all Security Classification Guides are current, accurate and are still in use. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Demonstrated experience within the field of museum curation, including maintaining knowledge and skills based on current practices and research in program management, stockpile management, delivery systems, museum operations and overseeing the solicitation, collecting, identification, accessions, cataloging, restoration, storage, display and preservation of historical properties received from transfers, as gifts, and from purchases; Rudimentary-level of experience in budgeting, use of statistics and writing milestone reports; Experience providing input for establishing themes and conceiving ideas for classified and unclassified exhibits and galleries; Experience in supporting internal security processes/procedures in coordination with higher headquarters to maintain an effective Security Program while meeting regulatory requirements, and; Experience with conducting tours and presenting materials from the most basic levels to the highest of military and government ranks. You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Demonstrated expert-level experience within the field of museum curation, including maintaining knowledge and skills based on current practices and research in program management, stockpile management, delivery systems, museum operations and overseeing the solicitation, collecting, identification, accessions, cataloging, restoration, storage, display and preservation of historical properties received from transfers, as gifts, and from purchases; Significant level of experience in budgeting, use of statistics and writing milestone reports; Experience developing themes and conceiving ideas for classified and unclassified exhibits and galleries; Expert-level experience in developing and implementing internal processes/procedures in coordination with higher headquarters to maintain an effective Security Program while meeting regulatory requirements, and; Vast experience with the interpersonal and communication skills required to create scripts for conducting tours and presenting materials from the most basic levels to the highest of military and government ranks. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1015 series. A. Degree: museum work; or in an applicable subject-matter field. (Must provide transcripts) OR B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. (Must provide transcripts and experience clearly demonstrated in resume) OR C. Four years of experience that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study as shown in A above. (Experience clearly demonstrated in resume) *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A Special Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/) The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information. For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).