GEOINT Sr. History Program Specialist

System One; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a GEOINT Sr. History Program Specialist in St. Louis, Missouri, to manage the historical program of the NGA. This role demands a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The specialist will oversee archival management and develop engaging historical content for various audiences.

Responsibilities include curation, preservation of artifacts, and producing historical displays. Ideal candidates will excel in written communication, project management, and possess a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in history, geography, library science, or museum roles.
• Strong writing and editing capabilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the historical program for NGA.
• Support archival management and preservation of artifacts.
• Develop historical content and museum experiences.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in History, Geography, Library Science, Museum Studies, or related field

Job description

Job Title: GEOINT Sr. History Program Specialist

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Type: Contract To Hire

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Hours: 40.0

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with ability to obtain poly

Responsibilities

• Take direction from the NGA Historian and provide management and execution of the historical program, from research and writing to curation and operations.
• Lead support to operate and maintain the material culture aspects of NGA’s history, including operation and maintenance of the archives and all associated material residing in the Historical Research Center.
• Preserve and communicate NGA’s history to NGA’s employees and public affairs mission both internally and externally.
• Provide oversight of history services within the contract to include AP Style copy editing.
• Develop and execute a high volume of historical content illustrating NGA’s history for both internal and external audiences; products include articles, brochures, social media posts, podcast production, website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.
• Manage artifact sections, storage, and curation requirements while assisting the NGA Historian in refining internal charge out and external loan procedures for artifacts.
• Support archival management, artifact curation, and preservation, including processing, inventorying, and organizing all archival records and historical artifacts to ensure proper care and accessibility.
• Locate new materials and advise government customers on acquisition, preservation, and display possibilities; help identify items for deaccession and work the process for proper removal.
• Support NGA Museum Management by working with other museums on loans, exhibits, artifact solicitation, and advising in acquisition decisions.
• Research, develop, and produce historical displays, posters, exhibits, museum experiences, conduct guided museum tours, and provide museum specific communications about NGA history program.
• Provide copy editing and quality assurance for all history program products.
• Support the NGA Historian on inventorying and accountability procedures for historical artifacts in NGA custody to include measurement metrics and assisting in history program audits.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in History, Geography, Library Science, Museum Studies, Museum Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 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, 8+ years of direct museum practice, artifact preservation, curation, or history-related positions.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities with an eagerness to draft, edit, and proofread materials.
• 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.
• The ability to assist with multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively in a fast-paced support role.
• Organize archival records and apply proper classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.
• The ability to build effective working relationships with internal colleagues and community partners.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while also functioning as a collaborative and reliable team member.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible language.
• Experience managing smaller projects from start to finish, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders to meet deadlines.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.