Training Specialist (IS-1712-09)

Smithsonian Institution•Washington, DC

3d•$70,623 - $91,815•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Education Department, Office of External Affairs, National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), Smithsonian Institution (SI). The NMAAHC is the national museum for the study and exposition of African American history and culture. Its primary purposes are to acquire, maintain and preserve objects which document social, cultural, political, military, technological and scientific developments associated with African Americans in the United States; to conduct scholarly research designed to make significant contributions to the body of knowledge in the field of African American history; to publish findings for both scholarly and general audiences; and to interpret historical developments through public exhibits and programs.

Requirements

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position.
Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction (e.g., work in the occupation or subject matter field that required training or instructing others on a regular basis).
Proven experience with program development for special audiences by utilizing learning theory in a museum or similar cultural environment.
Knowledge of public museums, collections, studies or exhibits sufficient to present a wide variety of programming/instruction.
Skill with implementing program evaluation methods and tools to accurately measure the effectiveness of training activities (e.g., developing pre-course and post-course survey questions).
Applicants may also qualify for this position if they have two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master’s or equivalent degree if related to the position.
Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application.
Transcripts must be included at the time of application.
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of your application package.
Any false statement in your application may result in rejection of your application and may also result in termination after employment begins.
Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience that is related to this job; starting and ending dates of job (month and year); and average number of hours worked per week.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating education and training programs throughout NMAAHC.
Support the planning, developing, and implementing of Audience Engagement programming.
Ensure that the programs are directly connected to the museum’s exhibitions and collections and contain a wide range of content to actively engage new and diverse audiences.
Actively collaborate with contractors, staff, advisors, and community partners in the development of new educational workshops, programs, and resource creation.
Work with the Audience Engagement team and members of the OCA staff to ensure the accuracy of educational programs and to provide the broadest range of programs to enhance the meaning of the collection and special exhibitions.
Participate in implementing program evaluation methods and tools to accurately measure the effectiveness of training activities and learning events. Participates in the development of pre-course and post-course survey questions.
Assist in planning programs, identify and obtain program presenters, plan and track the budget, secure program space, make publicity arrangements, and coordinate registration.
Assist with developing project work plans including, but not limited to budgets, serving as COTR, spending plans, and schedules.
Prepare reports on program participation, support ongoing program evaluation and apply findings to program improvement.
Develop collaborations with other Smithsonian museums and outside organizations to further the goals and objectives of the Audience Engagement educational mission.
Assist in developing the website and different electronic outreach environments, interpretive signage, and brochures.
Coordinate and participate in workshops, seminars, lectures, and other meetings devoted to exploring or encouraging the practice of museum education and teaching through traditional and nontraditional means, including SI-wide education-related meetings.