Public Affairs Historical Services Specialist - VA Based

About the role

We are proactively building a team of highly qualified Public Affairs Historical Research Specialists to support a potential government contract. This opportunity is contingent upon the award of the contract.

If awarded, this contract will provide a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation and dissemination of the history of this organization.

Responsibilities

• Apply professional museum quality standards and provide advice on inventorying and accountability procedures for historical artifacts.
• Aid with internal charge out and external loan procedures for artifacts.
• Advise on artifact selection, storage, and curation requirements.
• Collaborate with the in-house historian to create and compose displays, posters, and exhibits.
• Support the planning and execution of internal information, community, and media relations activities related to historical and museum programs.
• Work with media relations on articles and other historical publications, adhering to AP Style and public affairs standards.
• Conduct archival processing, basic preservation procedures, inventorying, and records metadata entry.
• Assist in collaborative efforts with records management and the National Archives, advising on documents for displays and exhibits.
• Organize archival records and apply proper classification systems to facilitate access.
• Research and record the origins and historical significance of archival materials.
• Locate new materials and advise government customers on acquisition, preservation, and display possibilities.
• Provide museum management support to museum locations in St. Louis and Washington, including annual tour guide updates.
• Conduct guided tours of museums and exhibits at both locations, collaborating with internal/external engagements and protocol teams on tour content and scripts.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in history, public history, museum studies, information science, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in historical research, museum studies, archival management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of museum quality standards and artifact preservation techniques.
• Experience with archival processing, preservation, and metadata entry.
• Strong writing and communication skills, including proficiency in AP Style.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government personnel and other stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Located in or within a commutable distance of Springfield, VA

Qualifications

• Preferred: Experience working with government agencies or the intelligence community.
• Preferred: Experience giving guided tours.

Benefits

This is a contingent opportunity, and employment is dependent upon the award of the government contract. We are building a qualified talent pool in anticipation of this potential project.

Pay

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Schedule

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