Museum Specialist General (CIS Administrator)

Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is in the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). The National Museum of African American History and Culture is a national museum for the study and exhibition of African American history and culture. Location Washington, DC Salary & Grade GS 11 – $78,592 - $102,166 per year Duties The Collection Information Systems (CIS) Administrator supports the management of a museum collection using structured query language (SQL) to design and execute data calls against a database. Be responsible for the overall management and continued development of TMS (The Museum System) and similar CIS, including application administration, training, and support. Coordinate database needs and resources for all Museum departments. Serve as the primary point of contact with the system vendor, articulating requirements and enhancements to the program and reporting problems with the system to ensure efficient data input, retrieval, display and storage capability. Coordinate incoming and outgoing information to and from the CIS with peers and the supervisor and work with Digital Assets to ensure the linking of digital images and other multi‑media to the database. Develop abbreviated guides, tip sheets, and other instructional aids that help staff users with common system functions. Develop a training curriculum tailored to overall museum needs and the specific work of individual offices. Develop and carry out a multi‑faceted training program for Museum staff of individual instruction, classroom sessions, and telephone support. In This Position, You Will Be responsible for the overall management and continued development of TMS (The Museum System) and similar CIS (collection information systems) including application administration, training, and support. Coordinate database needs and resources for all Museum departments. Primary point of contact with the system vendor, articulating requirements and enhancements to the program and reporting problems with the system to ensure efficient data input, retrieval, display and storage capability. Coordinate incoming and outgoing information to and from the CIS with peers and the supervisor and works with Digital Assets to ensure the linking of digital images and other multi‑media to the database. Develop abbreviated guides, tip sheets, and other instructional aids that help staff users with common system functions. Develop a training curriculum tailored to overall museum needs and the specific work of individual offices. Develop and carry out a multi‑faceted training program for Museum staff of individual instruction, classroom sessions, and telephone support. Requirements 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. U.S. citizenship Qualifications Basic Qualifications Requirement : Experience related to the operation or management of a museum or similar collection of valuable objects. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include collections management, registration, cataloging, research, preservation, restoration, or conservation of collections of museum material, or other experience related to the position to be filled. Most positions require a particular subject‑matter specialization, e.g., aeronautics, anthropology, art, geology, history, natural science, technology, biology, or zoology. In Addition To The Basic Qualification Requirement Above : You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS‑09 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience managing The Museum System (TMS), and other collection information systems (CIS); using structured query language (SQL) or other relational database systems. 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. Part‑time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. This position has no basic education requirement. Benefits The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and retirement program options. EEO Statement The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southeastern Registrars Association (SERA)