Special Assistant: Research

Marine Corps Heritage Foundation (MCHF); Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Marine Corps Heritage Foundation in Quantico, VA, is seeking a Research Special Assistant to support the Marine Corps History Division with research, briefs, reports, and publications, and to assist in organizing and preserving historical documents with digital file management. This in-person role requires teamwork, strong writing and communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to take on varied duties, including public engagement activities.

Core hours are 9:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office and basic photo editing.
• Attention to detail required.
• Ability to work as a member of a team is required.
• Historical research experience preferred.
• Interest in Marine Corps and/or military history a plus.
• Good writing and communication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Archival Research and Data Collection: Assist with identification and organization of historical documents, photographs, and maps in both hardcopy and digital formats.
• Source Analysis and Literature Review: Assist with reading, interpreting, compiling, and/or transcribing of primary source materials and contextualization of literature reviews.
• Database Management: Assist with metadata creation, updating finding aids, and uploading digital objects.
• Writing and Editing Support: Assist with drafting reports and proofreading.
• Project and Administrative Support: Assist with exhibition & publication planning, organizing research materials, public engagement tours or presentations, and other duties assigned.
• Assist in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Historical research experience

Tools

MS Office

Photo editing

Job description

About the Job:

Working at the Marine Corps History Division, the Research Special Assistant (SA) will work within a fast-paced service history office environment. The SA will be responsible for supporting staff with research and preparation of briefs, reports, publications, lineage & honors certificates, and other quick-turn information deliverables and assisting in the organization and preservation of historical documents, to include creation and maintenance of digital files. Other duties will include supporting public engagement and outreach initiatives.

Location/Schedule:

Fully in-person: The job is located at the Marine Corps History Division on board Marine Corps Base, Quantico, VA. Work hours are somewhat flexible, but core hours are between 9:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and are not to exceed 29 hours during any work week.

Responsibilities:

• Archival Research and Data Collection: Assist with identification and organization of historical documents, photographs, and maps in both hardcopy and digital formats.
• Source Analysis and Literature Review: Assist with reading, interpreting, compiling, and/or transcribing of primary source materials and contextualization of literature reviews.
• Database Management: Assist with metadata creation, updating finding aids, and uploading digital objects.
• Writing and Editing Support: Assist with drafting reports and proofreading.
• Project and Administrative Support: Assist with exhibition & publication planning, organizing research materials, public engagement tours or presentations, and other duties assigned.
• Assist in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be proficient in the use of computers and software (MS Office and basic photo editing)
• Attention to detail required
• Ability to work as a member of a team is required.
• Previous historical research experience preferred
• Interest in Marine Corps and/or military history a plus
• Good writing and communication skills are a plus

Employment Conditions:

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Environment and Physical Conditions:

The environmental factors and/or physical requirements of this position include the following: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard. The employee frequently is required to be in one position for long periods of screen use, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear both in person and over devices. The employee interacts in close spaces and frequently with other workers, vendors, and clients. May be in situations which require conflict resolution. The position works in an office environment with artificial light and air. Occasionally are exposed to contaminants like dust.

EEO Statement:

The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by law.