Historian

Air Force Civilian Career Training • Maxwell AFB, AL

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About The Position

This is a formal Air Force position established under the PALACE ACQUIRE program. It is centrally managed by the Civilian Career Management Directorate and administered by the History and Museums Civilian Career Program. Interns receive formal, informal, and/or on-the-job training in the discipline and assignments. Position locations may vary from those listed, and total salary varies depending on position location.

The position develops knowledge and skill in applying historical methodology. The PALACE Acquire Program offers a permanent position upon successful completion of a two-year formal training plan. Interns may receive yearly salary increases, with promotions and salary increases based on successful performance and supervisory approval.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• A security clearance is required.
• Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment and successfully complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must maintain current certifications and complete training and regulatory requirements identified in the applicable training plan.
• A bachelor's degree in History or a related field, including at least 18 semester hours in history, from a qualifying accredited educational institution is required. Transcripts must be provided.
• Must have completed a four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree and meet Superior Academic Achievement requirements through class standing, GPA, or election to a qualifying national scholastic honor society.
• Recent Graduate Program eligibility requires completing all requirements for a bachelor's, master's, professional, or doctorate degree within the previous two years or by August 1, 2024; specified veterans may qualify under an extended eligibility period.
• Knowledge of the arrangement, content, and servicing of historical collections, and working knowledge of other collections and procedures used to access them.
• Knowledge of general archival principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of methods, procedures, and techniques used to assist researchers and staff in locating and retrieving documents, microfilm, audio tapes, and other archival materials.
• Working knowledge of protection methods used for historical documents.
• Skill in organizing information in a logical and easily understood manner for researchers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Must register for Selective Service if male, as applicable.
• Must clearly identify duties, responsibilities, and hours per week for part-time or unpaid experience claimed.

Nice To Haves

• Appropriate unpaid, part-time, and volunteer experience may receive qualifying credit.
• Foreign education may qualify if documented as equivalent to a conventional U.S. education program.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying historical methodology.
• Answer requests for historical information.
• Acquire and screen material for historical archives and assist in disseminating historical information.
• Carry out special assignments.

Benefits

• A federal employee benefits package is available, with benefits eligibility depending on position type.
• Student Loan Repayment Program may be offered for eligible candidates.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Permanent Change of Station expenses may be authorized.
• Childcare discounts may be available to eligible employees in direct childcare positions and other assigned CYP and FCC personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level