Program Specialist (National Outreach Manager)

Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.  This position is located in the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, Smithsonian Affliations (SITES Affliations), Under Secretary for Education Smithsonian Institution (SI). SITES Affliations creates connections between the Smithsonian and museums and other organizations.  Learn more about this agency Duties The Program Specialist manages national outreach, museum collaborations, and partner programming for the Unit, in particular supporting the Smithsonian Affiliations program. The position works closely with a subset of Smithsonian Affiliates and other cultural organizations to develop and implement national programming, convenings, professional development, collections loans, exhibit collaborations, internships, etc.  In this position, you will: Lead active collaborations among Smithsonian Affiliates, other partners and Smithsonian units, including object loans, content development, educational and public programs, convenings, etc. Serve as liaison to other SI museums and offices, partner museums, and community/program participants. Plan, execute, and evaluate collaborative programs that support the Smithsonian’s mission.  Assist in the planning and preparation of Affiliations convenings and other metings and events.  Build strong relationships with leadership and review Affiliates to ensure they meet all for Affiliation.  Coordinate, produce, review, and distribute informational materials—such as brochures, fact sheets, criteria, and program documents—describing Affiliations program activities for the public, museums, scholarly organizations, and Congress. Requirements Conditions 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 must be met by the closing date of the announcement.For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website. Qualifications Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service.  For this position, specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience establishing and leading national collaborations across museums, including: Planning and facilitating programming, convenings, and professional development;  Serving as a liaison among partner organizations and internal stakeholders; and  Leading communications and relationship-building in support of collaborations. Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.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. Education There are no basic education requirements for this position.  Additional information This position is included in the bargaining unit.   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. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description. Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.aspLeave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.aspLife Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.aspLong Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.comRetirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/