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Position Title
Seasonal Museum Technician
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1611-STLI-25-12708596-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 to Tuesday, March 25, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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:
  • 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.
 
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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.
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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:
  • 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.
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Preferences
1. When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this position at the National Park Service. Please answer all questions below honestly and to the best of your ability. Ensure your application package supports all responses and includes all required documents. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. (limit characters)
1. Please select the response below that best reflects how you meet the Minimum Qualifications Requirement for this position. Your resume and transcripts must reflect the answer you choose, or you will not be considered for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Write for printed medium, websites, and social media.
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3. Reply to inquiries about museum collections.
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4. Research and write for museum exhibits.
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5. Perform routine research to update catalog records.
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6. Ensure accuracy of information in collections records and files.
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7. Respond to research inquiries.
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8. Implement museum environmental monitoring and integrated pest management programs.
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9. Prepare objects for storage or display.
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10. Organize physical records for easy access.
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11. Perform routine cleaning, stabilization, or preservation of artifacts.
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12. Implement museum maintenance and housekeeping schedules.
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13. Process incoming and outgoing museum collection loans.
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14. Use public speaking skills to communicate general information about the park to the general public.
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15. Give specialized tours about museum collections.
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16. Assist with interpretation and education programs.
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17. Handle a wide variety of delicate object types.
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18. Perform preservation and conservation of museum collections using knowledge of agents of deterioration.
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19. Monitor historic objects for changes in condition.
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20. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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