Supervisory Museum Specialist (Collections Management)

Supervisory Museum Specialist (Collections Management) This position is located in the Cultural Resource Center (CRC), National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI), Smithsonian Institution (SI). The Supervisory Collections Manager oversees all aspects of storage, access, care, use, and disaster management planning for NMAI's collection in all three NMAI facilities including NMAI‑DC, NMAI‑NY, and NMAI CRC. Duties Supervises object movement tracking for collections using barcode scanner technology linked to the collections information system (KE EMu). Oversees environmental monitoring and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs at the Cultural Resource Center (CRC), NMAIDC, and NMAI‑NY. Performs other duties associated with collections information management, collections databases, and the provision of collections information to a variety of internal and external audiences. Works closely with the Office of the Registrar and Conservation to oversee procedures and techniques to pack, unpack, and ship objects to and from the NMAI CRC, NMAI‑DC, NMAI‑NY, and non‑NMAI facilities; and is responsible for purchasing, tracking, and maintaining appropriate collections‑related equipment and supplies and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of collections areas. Participates in the development and fulfillment of partnerships with tribal museums and Native communities for a variety of purposes; maintains the strong focus of NMAI collection care policies based on the combination of Native and museum standards of preservation and access; and helps to locate, encourage, and resolve sometimes divergent opinions regarding the proper care and access for the NMAI collections. Supervises and schedules the work of Museum Technicians and Specialists, interns, fellows, and volunteers in the Collections Management Unit; plans work to be accomplished by Collections Management staff, sets and adjusts short‑term priorities, prepares schedules for completion of work, and establishes and monitors work schedules and priorities. Requirements Pass Pre‑employment Background Investigation. Maintain a bank account for direct deposit/electronic transfer. Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. May be required to serve an 18‑month probationary period for supervisors. Qualifications One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS‑12 level in the Federal service related to the work of this position; experience managing Native American collections in a museum, cultural or historic organization. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, including volunteer work through National Service programs such as Peace Corps or AmeriCorps and other organizations; credit may be given for all qualifying 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; note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Employee Benefits The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and a retirement program. Additional resources: Benefits (overview at si.edu/OHR/benefits). Equal Employment Opportunity The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southeastern Registrars Association (SERA)