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Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is Hiring an Education Specialist Near Washington, DC
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SummaryThis is a TERM appointment (not-to-exceed 4 years, 1 day). Term appointments are non-status, non-permanent appointments.
The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Office of Under Secretary for Museum and Culture (OUSMC), Reckoning With Our Racial Past, (RWORP) which supports the Deputy Secretary/Chief Operating Officer, four Under Secretarial Offices and select units.
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Overview
Washington, DC FEW vacancies
Suitability/Fitness
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This position is open to all U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. Note: Federal employees with permanent status or individuals eligible for special appointing authorities may also apply to Job Announcement #24R-SA-310999-MPA-OUSMC. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
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Duties
This position promotes the education of Smithsonian staff and visitors in one or more specialized topics. As Education Specialist you will contribute to and develop academic research, exhibitions, public programs, digital presence, educational programs and publications.
In This Position, You Will Perform The Following Duties:
RequirementsConditions of Employment
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website.
QualificationsBasic Qualifications Requirements:
Or Education: Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications; For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
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.
Education
See above education is requirement.
Additional information
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.
Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.Read more
Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/
Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants For This Position May Be Evaluated In Multiple Stages. The First Stage Is An Evaluation Of Your Responses To The Online Multiple-choice Questions That Assess Your Experience, Education, And/or Training For The Job Related Competencies Below:
Important Note:Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/
Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Ms. Assefaw Ms. Assefaw
Phone
202-633-6299
TDD
202-633-6409
Email
Assefaws@si.edu
Address
SMITHSONIAN
Office of Human Resources
POB 23772, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517
Capital Gallery
Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012
United States
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Next steps
At The End Of The Application Process You Will Be Able To Create And Save a PDF File That Contains Your Responses To The Assessment Questions. You May Save This File As Initial Receipt Of Your Application. After The Job Announcement Closes, You Will Receive An Email From The Smithsonian With Confirmation Of Receipt. The Smithsonian Receives Many Applications For Each Job. Each Application Is Reviewed Carefully Which May Take a Few Weeks. We Will Send You An E-mail To Update You As We Go Through Phases Of The Application Review Process. You May Also Check Your Application Status By Logging Into Www.usajobs.gov And Selecting The Tab "My USAJOBS;" E-mailing Vacancy.info@si.edu; Or By Contacting The Office Of Human Resources Representative Listed. Additional Information:
Required Documents
Your Application Package Should Include The Following Documents:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page. Please Note:
Ms. Assefaw Ms. Assefaw
Phone
202-633-6299
TDD
202-633-6409
Email
Assefaws@si.edu
Address
SMITHSONIAN
Office of Human Resources
POB 23772, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517
Capital Gallery
Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012
United States
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
At The End Of The Application Process You Will Be Able To Create And Save a PDF File That Contains Your Responses To The Assessment Questions. You May Save This File As Initial Receipt Of Your Application. After The Job Announcement Closes, You Will Receive An Email From The Smithsonian With Confirmation Of Receipt. The Smithsonian Receives Many Applications For Each Job. Each Application Is Reviewed Carefully Which May Take a Few Weeks. We Will Send You An E-mail To Update You As We Go Through Phases Of The Application Review Process. You May Also Check Your Application Status By Logging Into Www.usajobs.gov And Selecting The Tab "My USAJOBS;" E-mailing Vacancy.info@si.edu; Or By Contacting The Office Of Human Resources Representative Listed. Additional Information:
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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SummaryThis is a TERM appointment (not-to-exceed 4 years, 1 day). Term appointments are non-status, non-permanent appointments.
The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Office of Under Secretary for Museum and Culture (OUSMC), Reckoning With Our Racial Past, (RWORP) which supports the Deputy Secretary/Chief Operating Officer, four Under Secretarial Offices and select units.
Learn more about this agency
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Overview
- Accepting applications
- Open & closing dates
- Salary
- Pay scale & grade
Washington, DC FEW vacancies
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- Washington, DC
- Remote job
- Telework eligible
- Travel Required
- Relocation expenses reimbursed
- Appointment type
- Work schedule
- Service
- Promotion potential
- Job family (Series)
- Supervisory status
- Security clearance
- Drug test
- Position sensitivity and risk
- Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
- Announcement number
- Control number
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This job is open to
- The public
Clarification from the agency
This position is open to all U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. Note: Federal employees with permanent status or individuals eligible for special appointing authorities may also apply to Job Announcement #24R-SA-310999-MPA-OUSMC. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
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Duties
This position promotes the education of Smithsonian staff and visitors in one or more specialized topics. As Education Specialist you will contribute to and develop academic research, exhibitions, public programs, digital presence, educational programs and publications.
In This Position, You Will Perform The Following Duties:
- Develop innovative, meaningful and engaging virtual experiences for learners of all ages.
- Develop, evaluate and deliver instruction including education experiences, activities, programs and digital products for K-12 teachers and college students in areas of specialization.
- Stay informed of trends and innovations in museum education, education technology and K-16 education policies, to maintain supportive relationships with various partnerships and communities for the purposes of building professional development, outreach, partnerships and reputation building.
- Oversee purchasing and contracting work of staff working on digital programs and associated equipment purchasing.
- Serve as a contracting officer’s representative (COR).
- Work with management to develop draft annual budgets for digital learning efforts.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
- 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.
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website.
QualificationsBasic Qualifications Requirements:
- Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position.
- Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in A above.
Or Education: Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
Or a Combination: Education and experience may be combined to meet the basic qualifications; For a full explanation of this option please see the Qualification Standards.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. For instructions on where to fax these documents, see the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
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.
Education
See above education is requirement.
Additional information
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.
Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.Read more
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Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/
Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants For This Position May Be Evaluated In Multiple Stages. The First Stage Is An Evaluation Of Your Responses To The Online Multiple-choice Questions That Assess Your Experience, Education, And/or Training For The Job Related Competencies Below:
- Wide-ranging and unique knowledge of K-16 program development and museum education theory and practice, including diverse experience with public and educational program planning, production, implementation and evaluation.
- Knowledge and skill in providing educational content to a worldwide audience, both in person and digitally in multiple forums.
- Knowledge of procurement processes, including RFQs and contracting.
- Best Category - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and excels in most of the job related competencies above.
- Better Category - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and satisfies most of the job related competencies above.
- Good Category - Meets the minimum qualification requirements, but does not satisfy most of the job related competencies above to a substantive degree.
Important Note:Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.
- Help Help
Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.
Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/
Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
- As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
- Resume - Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder. Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position. For assistance with creating a resume, please click here.
- Proof of Veteran's Preference - DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran. Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
- Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page. Please Note:
- You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
- You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process.
- The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
- If you are unable to apply online, paper applications may be accepted with prior approval of the Contact Person listed below.
Ms. Assefaw Ms. Assefaw
Phone
202-633-6299
TDD
202-633-6409
Assefaws@si.edu
Address
SMITHSONIAN
Office of Human Resources
POB 23772, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517
Capital Gallery
Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012
United States
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
At The End Of The Application Process You Will Be Able To Create And Save a PDF File That Contains Your Responses To The Assessment Questions. You May Save This File As Initial Receipt Of Your Application. After The Job Announcement Closes, You Will Receive An Email From The Smithsonian With Confirmation Of Receipt. The Smithsonian Receives Many Applications For Each Job. Each Application Is Reviewed Carefully Which May Take a Few Weeks. We Will Send You An E-mail To Update You As We Go Through Phases Of The Application Review Process. You May Also Check Your Application Status By Logging Into Www.usajobs.gov And Selecting The Tab "My USAJOBS;" E-mailing Vacancy.info@si.edu; Or By Contacting The Office Of Human Resources Representative Listed. Additional Information:
- Tips on applying for Smithsonian jobs are available at https://www.si.edu/OHR/howtoapply.
- The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses but recruitment incentives may be authorized.
- The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity (www.si.edu/oeema).
- The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Criminal history inquiries
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Your Application Package Should Include The Following Documents:
- Resume - Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder. Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position. For assistance with creating a resume, please click here.
- Proof of Veteran's Preference - DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran. Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help Help
How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page. Please Note:
- You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
- You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process.
- The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
- If you are unable to apply online, paper applications may be accepted with prior approval of the Contact Person listed below.
Ms. Assefaw Ms. Assefaw
Phone
202-633-6299
TDD
202-633-6409
Assefaws@si.edu
Address
SMITHSONIAN
Office of Human Resources
POB 23772, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517
Capital Gallery
Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012
United States
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
At The End Of The Application Process You Will Be Able To Create And Save a PDF File That Contains Your Responses To The Assessment Questions. You May Save This File As Initial Receipt Of Your Application. After The Job Announcement Closes, You Will Receive An Email From The Smithsonian With Confirmation Of Receipt. The Smithsonian Receives Many Applications For Each Job. Each Application Is Reviewed Carefully Which May Take a Few Weeks. We Will Send You An E-mail To Update You As We Go Through Phases Of The Application Review Process. You May Also Check Your Application Status By Logging Into Www.usajobs.gov And Selecting The Tab "My USAJOBS;" E-mailing Vacancy.info@si.edu; Or By Contacting The Office Of Human Resources Representative Listed. Additional Information:
- Tips on applying for Smithsonian jobs are available at https://www.si.edu/OHR/howtoapply.
- The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses but recruitment incentives may be authorized.
- The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity (www.si.edu/oeema).
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Criminal history inquiries
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$54k-74k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
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