HISTORIAN - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

341d • $91,922 - $142,103

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as historian at a large, multi-facet Air Force major command headquarters to carry out assignments in the production of annual histories, studies, and special projects. Work typically involves critical analysis of large, complex, major projects and is characterized by the need for substantial problem analysis. The AFMC History office ensures the preservation of the history of the Command and providing full range of historical research services.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Must attend and successfully complete the Historian Training Course within 9 months of being hired.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in military history.

Responsibilities

• Creates special studies and other historical products.
• Supplies specialized historical information and data to the commander and staff, other Air Force and government agencies, and other authorized individuals in support of Air Force positions on matters of congressional and legal interest.
• Serves as authoritative advisor, responds to queries, and conducts outreach.
• Provides an authoritative source for information, expert advice, and opinion on historical matters.
• Assists in the organization, filing and maintenance of the historic document collection.
• Provides direction to office personnel on filing and retrieval of archival documentation, and digitization.
• Writes and maintains the official permanent history of the unit/MAJCOM, detailing the organization's operations, activities, and mission accomplishment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees