Supervisory Exhibits Specialist.

Duties The Supervisory Exhibits Specialist is the head of the Fabrication Shop and supervises a team of full‑time exhibition specialists, occasional interns, and detailers responsible for the fabrication and installation of exhibitions and exhibition components. Other responsibilities include the daily oversight of the Metal Shop, Paint Shop, and Plastic Shop, all within the Fabrication Shop. In This Position, You Will Direct, supervise, and plan all work performed by the Fabrication Shop. Act as the Project Manager for designated fabrication programs and projects as assigned by the Exhibits Production Director, ensuring successful delivery within established scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. Meet with the Exhibits Production Director and other Exhibit Production Supervisors to discuss current operations, emerging industry trends, and important issues affecting Exhibits Production. Requirements Conditions of employment: Requires career/career‑conditional status or eligibility. Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. Work is generally sedentary, with occasional standing and lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted. It is performed in an exhibition production workshop and office setting with wood, plastics, solvents, adhesives, and paints. The incumbent may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, loud noises, fumes, dust, and other construction hazards. An incumbent must obtain and maintain COTR Level 1 certification, complete regular safety training, and use protective masks, goggles, shoes, and other necessary personal protective equipment. Qualification Requirements To qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑12 level in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as planning, organizing, and coordinating fabrication projects; consulting with clients to assess project requirements; collaborating with internal and external offices to facilitate fabrication work; and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and operational standards. Your resume should be no more than two pages and clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement; instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience. Experience can include paid, unpaid, and volunteer work (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work is credited and may be considered when determining total years and months of experience. Include the number of hours worked each week. Time‑in‑Grade Requirements: Any individual currently holding or who has held within the previous 52 weeks a General Schedule position under a non‑temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service must meet “time‑in‑grade” requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade). Education This position does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Recruitment Incentive Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the federal government for a specified period. Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Benefits The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and an excellent retirement program. Benefits also include Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and a Retirement Program. Applicants are encouraged to commit to improving the efficiency of the federal government, uphold the ideals of the American republic, and uphold the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution. #J-18808-Ljbffr Smithsonian