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The GEOINT History Program Specialist – Mid, is responsible for the development and execution of the historical program, from research and writing to curation and operations.   This individual supports the operation and maintenance of the NGA history archives and all associated material residing in the Historical Research Center, and to preserve and communicate NGA’s history to NGA’s employees and public affairs mission both internally and externally.  Duties include content development and execution, museum support, and Historical Research Center archiving and curation. 

Duties Include:

·         Content Development & Execution: Research, develop, and execute a high volume of historical content illustrating NGA’s history for both internal and external audiences.   Products include articles, brochures, social media posts, podcast production, website content, museum exhibits, and museum tour guides.

·         Historical Research Center Archiving: Archival processing, customary basic preservation procedures, inventorying and entering records metadata, assisting in collaborative efforts with NGA Records Management and the National Archives. Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials while providing reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials.  Research and record the origins and historical significance of archival materials.  Answer and receive external phone/email inquiries and ability to conduct the background research to generate a response.

·         Historical Research Center Curation:   Record processing for artifacts and assistance with the inventorying and enforcing accountability procedures for historical artifacts in NGA custody.  Ensuring measurement and metrics are accurately recorded. Locate new materials and advise government customers on acquisition, preservation, and display possibilities.  Assist the Program Manager and NGA Historian on NGA’s history audit including attending meetings, working with auditors, and performing curation inspections as required.  Work deaccessions forms and reports for items along with managing the removal process from start to finish.

·         NGA Museum Support: Work with other museums on loans, exhibits, artifact solicitation, and advise in acquisition decisions. This also includes researching, developing, and producing historical displays, posters, exhibits, museum experiences, and any museum specific communications about NGA history program. Provide guided tours of the museum and exhibits.

Requirements

Required Skills:

·         Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in History, Geography, Library Science, Museum Studies, Museum Science, or a related field.  1-year experience in the career field of curation or a certificate from an approved technical curatorial program in museum management required.

·          Experience: A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the career field of history, geography, library science, museum studies, or museum science role.  In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have 5+ years of direct museum practice, artifact preservation, curation, or history-related positions.

·         Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities with an eagerness to draft, edit, and proofread materials.

·         Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy and thoroughness when completing tasks such as inventorying and entering records metadata or recording the origins and significance of archival materials.

·         Organizational Skills: The ability to assist with multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively in a fast-paced support role.  Organize archival records and apply the proper classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.

·         Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build effective working relationships with internal colleagues and community partners.

·         Written and Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible language.

Benefits

Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC is a service-disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients.

Why ENS?

• Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS
• 401k Contribution from Day 1
• PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance
• Workers’ Compensation
• Relocation Assistance

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI tools are an important part of daily work at ENS Solutions, and we are committed to their responsible and ethical use. To ensure a fair and equitable candidate evaluation based on individual skills, knowledge, and experience, candidates are not permitted to use artificial intelligence or other assistive tools during interviews, whether in person or virtual, unless explicit permission has been granted in advance.