Exhibits Specialist (Fabrication)

This role involves executing complex museum exhibit projects utilizing CAD/CAM software, from initial pre-production and fabrication to final installation. Opportunities are available at both GS-09 and GS-11 levels, with increasing responsibilities.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Utilize CAD/CAM software for all phases of museum exhibit projects, including fabrication, mount making, and installation.
• (GS-11) Oversee project execution from pre-production through installation.
• (GS-11) Mentor staff and integrate advanced CAD/CAM techniques into fabrication workflows.
• *Qualifications:**
• *Basic Eligibility (Meet at least one):**
• **Education:** Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent graduate education) in illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, or a closely related field. Advanced vocational/technical training in these areas may also be credited.
• **Experience:** Demonstrated experience in design, modelmaking, art, taxidermy, or restoration. This includes relevant paid, unpaid, or volunteer work.
• *Specific Requirements by Grade Level:**
• *GS-09 Level:**
• **Experience:** One year of specialized experience (equivalent to GS-07) using CAD/CAM software to execute complex museum exhibit projects through fabrication, mount making, and installation. or
• **Education:** A Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field (as listed above). or
• **Combination:** A combination of qualifying education and experience.
• *GS-11 Level:**
• **Experience:** One year of specialized experience (equivalent to GS-09) executing complex museum exhibit projects from pre-production through installation, including mentoring, overseeing, and integrating CAD/CAM techniques into the fabrication process. or
• **Education:** A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field (as listed above). or
• **Combination:** A combination of qualifying education and experience.
• *Important Application Notes:**
• Your resume should be limited to two pages and clearly detail how your experience aligns with the requirements.
• Do not copy language directly from the original job announcement.
• All qualifying experience, including paid, unpaid, and volunteer work, will be credited. Clearly note hours worked for part-time/unpaid experience.
• If qualifying by foreign education, provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation.