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1. I am applying for the Recent Graduates Program based on the following statement. Select the one statement that applies.

A. I have, within the previous 2 years, completed all educational requirements for a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree from a qualifying institution. (Dated Transcripts are Required)

B. I have, within the previous 2 years, completed a certificate from a qualifying institution. (Dated Certificate Is Required)

C. I am a veteran, who, due to a military service obligation, was precluded from applying to a Recent Graduates Program during a portion of my 2-year eligibility period. My eligibility period is extended to receive the full 2 years of eligibility. I understand that my eligibility period may not extend beyond 6 years from the date that all educational requirements were completed. As part of my application I agree to submit a copy of my DD-214 showing the duration and the dates of service that precluded me from applying due to a military service obligation AND transcripts showing the date the degree was awarded.

D. None of the above.

Specialized experience for the GS-5 is one year of experience at the GS-04 level, or equivalent, in either public or private sectors, that is directly related to the position as listed in this announcement and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this position, specialized experience is defined as:

- Handling archival records in a museum, archives or library setting

OR

You may substitute education for experience as follows: 4 years above high school

OR

You may qualify with a combination of specialized experience and related education (No Answer)

NOTE: Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience.

2. For the GS-05, select the answer that best describes your experience.

A. I have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level as described above.

B. I have completed 4 full years of education above high school.

C. I have a combination of the education and experience listed above (A and B) in which my percentage of specialized experience and education totals to 100%.

D. I do not meet the specialized experience or the qualifying education as listed above.

3. Please select all of the choices in which you have hands on experience with in the repair and treatment of a document in a laboratory setting:

A. Performing mold remediation

B. Separating adhesive attachments

C. Humidification and flattening

D. Encapsulation

E. Dry cleaning

F. Mending with long fiber paper

G. Mending with heat-set and/or remoistenable tissue

H. Removal of metal fasteners

I. None of the above.

4. Please select the choices in which you have had direct experience in regards to stock and supplies. Select all that apply.

A. I have prepared paste using a provided recipe.

B. I have monitored supplies in order to ensure proper tools and materials are readily available when needed.

C. I have worked in a laboratory setting following safety rules and regulations regarding hazardous chemicals.

D. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

5. Do you have experience creating custom housings to contribute to the preservation of archival records?

A. Yes

B. No

6. Do you have hands-on experience manipulating and treating fragile documents?

A. Yes

B. No

7. Please select your experiences examining records, identifying best practices and making recommendations regarding treatment methods.

A. I have experience examining and testing archival records assigned to determine stability of media, pH of paper, solubility of adhesives, etc., and discussing unusual or difficult problems with other conservators/supervisor, both during testing and subsequent treatment.

B. I have evaluated a variety of treatment options, taking into account complicating record conditions and desired outcome.

C. I have made treatment recommendations to include modifications to and combination of standard methods based on my testing and experience.

D. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

8. Do you have direct hands-on experience documenting your work into a spreadsheet in order to keep a log of what is complete and what needs to be accomplished?

A. Yes

B. No

9. Please select from the following list all that you have experience. Select all that apply.

A. Assessing historical archival records.

B. Choosing from or developing storage and housing options in order to ensure the appropriate preservation of records.

C. Conducting preservation activities such as environmental monitoring or integrated pest management.

D. Determining the condition of archival materials.

E. None of the above.

10. From the choices below, please identify those statements that describe your experience developing or building effective teams or workgroups.

A. I have led teams/work groups and had the responsibility for motivating others towards goal accomplishment by a set deadline.

B. I have participated as a team member with some responsibility for motivating others towards goal accomplishment by a set deadline.

C. I have demonstrated the ability to deal effectively with pressure, while maintaining the team/work groups focus, intensity and persistence under adversity.

D. I have coached and mentored staff to achieve desired results.

E. I have resolved conflicts, differences or problem among team members.

F. None of the above.

11. Which types of training have you presented, concerning conservation? Please select all that apply

A. I have conducted on-the-job training sessions to develop or improve the skills of co-workers.

B. I have prepared training plans, manuals, or aids for the instruction and training of co-workers.

C. I have developed and conducted preservation training for other employees, volunteers, contractors, digital partners or others.

D. I have trained other conservators, conservation technicians and/or technicians in specific conservation skills needed for special projects.

E. I have team taught or presented portions of preservation training on archival materials handling and related issues for others.

F. I have presented to conservation and archival communities by participating in professional conferences/meetings and seminars.

G. I have been involved in working groups and committees tasked with preservation and conservation issues.

H. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

12. Have you collaborated with conservation scientists (chemists, physicists, engineers) as necessary to resolve issues?

A. Yes

B. No

13. Which of the following do you have experience with in regards to treatment documentation? Select all that apply.

A. Writing condition descriptions

B. Testing media

C. Writing treatment proposal

D. Writing a treatment report

E. None of the above.

14. Select the choice(s) which describe the extent to which you have prepared correspondence and other documents in proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format.

A. I have completed standard forms and copied information from one source to another.

B. I have written short memos, transmittal letters, and inserted key information into existing form letters.

C. I have taken meeting notes and prepared minutes, and drafted responses to requests for information.

D. None of the above.

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