- Position Title
- Museum Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1543-MWAC-23-11870882-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, March 9, 2023 to Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
This position will be filled by the following series: Museum Technician GS-1016. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications for this position. Please carefully follow all instructions before submitting your responses. You must select only ONE response for each item.
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From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the minimum requirements for a Museum Technician GS-1016-05 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet the basic qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
IMPORTANT: Copy of Official Transcripts must be submitted with the application package or you will be rated ineligible. Copies must include your name, school name, credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Your rating will be based solely on the information you submit with your application. No attempts will be made to verify with you, or the school you attended, whether or not your course work meets all of the requirements below. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS TO APPLY FOR THIS POSTION YOU WILL BE RATED INELEGIBLE.
IMPORTANT: Copy of Official Transcripts must be submitted with the application package or you will be rated ineligible. Copies must include your name, school name, credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Your rating will be based solely on the information you submit with your application. No attempts will be made to verify with you, or the school you attended, whether or not your course work meets all of the requirements below. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS TO APPLY FOR THIS POSTION YOU WILL BE RATED INELEGIBLE.
History and Archeology - Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and impact on particular civilization and cultures, and of preservation and archival techniques.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Possess broad knowledge of archeology as it applies to park museum collections.
3.
Identify and label objects by matching documentation, field labels, notes, etc. with the objects.
4.
Unpack and process archeological objects.
5.
Provide answers and information to park visitors.
6.
Identify preservation needs and recommend additional actions.
Manages and Organizes Information -Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Knowledge of NPS museum practices, procedures, techniques, and record systems, including accessioning, registration, cataloging, filing, and collection storage procedures.
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Prepare, maintain, and organize manual and automated curatorial records including accession records, catalog records, and donation forms.
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Complete or provide assistance to others who complete the Annual Inventory of Collections.
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Perform a variety of clerical operations in support of curatorial operations.
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Pack museum objects with care, and ensure labeling is complete and preserves data associated with the objects.
Research - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Use archives and museum collection to provide answers to research requests from outside researchers and from park staff.
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Routine research for catalog records, exhibits, and other purposes, as assigned.
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Assist with the installation, repair, and rehabilitation of exhibits.
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Prepare objects for storage or display, maintaining the organization already established by the supervisor.
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Supervise, assist, and monitor all visitors to museum facility as requested/needed, including researchers using the collection.
Technology Application -Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Knowledge of computer operation and a variety of software packages in order to complete inventorying, cataloging, and extraction of data from relational databases.
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Implement museum environmental monitoring program. This includes gathering data, maintaining the monitoring equipment, and preparing permanent data records.
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Basic understanding of museum collection conservation and preservation practices.
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Skill in using basic hand tools with prescribed safety precautions.
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Implement museum maintenance and housekeeping schedules. Perform routine cleaning of objects as directed and according to established standards.
Written Communication -Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Catalog objects. Enter cataloging data into the designated NPS catalog program using established NPS procedures.
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Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner. This includes knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and terminology appropriate to museum operations in the NPS.
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Ability to obtain, relay, and exchange information with co-workers, at times employees of other parks and central offices, other institutions, and the general public.
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Maintain and update cataloging and database.
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Inventory, document, and properly store museum items.