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USAJOBS is Hiring an Associate Director (Collections Programs and Engagement) Near Washington, DC
DutiesThe Associate Director (Collections Programs and Engagement) leads the Collections, Programs, and Engagement (CPE) Division of Smithsonian Gardens. CPE is responsible for achieving core museum functions: collections/curation, horticulture education, archives, and volunteer management. In This Position, You Will
Plan and evaluate internal and external communications and strategies including SG's newsletters, annual reports, publicity material, social media and website
Oversee and coordinate complex and long-term projects.
Lead and collaborate to develop an institutional outreach vision exploring traditional and innovative educational models.
Support the development of policies and procedures that govern the archives management, development and care
Present public presentations, educational lectures, reports, contract documents, projects specifications and correspondence.
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.
Conditions of Employment Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. See the 'Required Documents' section for additional information. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website . Qualifications13: Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Service. For this position specialized experience is defined asleading a team of Collection's management staff or communications staff; developing policies and plans for collections management protocols; and implementing a communication plan for a museum or public garden.14: Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service. For this position specialized experience is defined as leading a successful team by defining/achieving organizational goals, problem solving and building trust through collaboration; developing policies and plans for collections management protocols; managing programs such as, exhibit development, volunteer, intern and fellowship programs; and developing and implementing communications plans for a museum or public garden.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. Additional Information
This position is not 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.
Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period. 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.