Historian

SNA International • Omaha, DC

1d • Remote

About The Position

SNA International is seeking detail-oriented Historians with a strong work ethic to support the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) mission. The role involves conducting comprehensive historical research and archival tasks for the DPAA’s Indo-Pacific (IP) Directorate, focusing on projects related to WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. This position is remote, with a requirement to occasionally meet with team members in the DC Metro area or Omaha, Nebraska.

Requirements

• 5 years of professional historical research experience (includes educational experience)
• Master’s degree in history or related field with a strong understanding of US Military History, History of Science and/or World War II, Korean War and/or the Vietnam War.
• Specialist knowledge of the Indo-Pacific Theater
• Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience.
• Possess the ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material.
• Possess the ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research.
• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication and conference presentation record.
• Possess ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences.
• Demonstrated history of writing for a wide, non-specialist audience.
• Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience with archival research.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills
• Able to work well independently as well as in a team environment.
• Possess strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
• A demonstrated history of initiative and achievement.
• A demonstrated history of working independently with client staff.
• Experience working independently with minimal direction or supervision.
• Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills.
• Experience performing tasks under tight deadlines and managing shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• working toward PhD preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform complex historical research into locating and identifying missing service members from World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.
• Write historical reports, documentary research, interpreting oral histories, secondary source readings, geographically bounded studies, case narratives, reports of findings, and briefings to Agency leadership.
• Conduct research and analysis for cases that leads to comprehensive and accurate case development and investigations and case narratives.
• Conduct archival research and collect archival materials as needed.
• Build and develop recommendations to disinter unidentified remains from past conflicts, with the goal of pursuing all avenues towards exhumation and identification.
• Assists with communications with foreign representatives/embassies and casualty/mortuary offices.
• Update, refine, and enhance the DPAA’s Case Management Data and visualization tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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