Bailey Information Technology, LLC is Seeking (3) Senior GEOINT History Program Specialists Location: Springfield, VA
Clearance: Active TS/SCI preferred or ability to obtain
Position OverviewThe
GEOINT History Program Specialist - Senior takes direction from the NGA Historian and is responsible for the management and execution of NGA's historical program activities. This role supports all aspects of the historical mission - from research and writing to curation, archiving, museum operations, and historical communications.
The selected candidate will lead efforts to operate and maintain NGA's historical archives, artifacts, museum collections, and Historical Research Center while preserving and communicating NGA history to internal stakeholders and public affairs audiences.
Key ResponsibilitiesHistorical Content Development & Execution - Research, develop, edit, and execute a high volume of historical content supporting internal and external audiences
- Produce engaging materials including:
- Articles and brochures
- Social media content
- Podcasts
- Website content
- Museum exhibits and interpretive materials
- Museum tour guides and educational content
- Ensure all products align with AP Style and quality standards
Historical Research Center Management - Support operation and maintenance of NGA's Historical Research Center and archival collections
- Process, inventory, organize, preserve, and curate archival records and historical artifacts
- Maintain accessibility and proper classification of historical materials
- Assist with refining internal artifact charge-out procedures and external loan processes
- Identify potential acquisitions and advise on preservation and display strategies
- Support deaccession efforts and proper disposition of historical materials
NGA Museum Management - Coordinate with museums and partner organizations on:
- Artifact loans
- Exhibits
- Artifact solicitation
- Acquisition recommendations
- Research, develop, and produce historical displays, posters, exhibits, and museum experiences
- Conduct guided museum tours and support museum communications related to NGA history programs
Oversight, Collaboration & Quality Assurance - Provide copy editing and quality assurance for all history program products
- Support inventory accountability procedures and historical artifact audits
- Assist with metrics reporting and program accountability
- Collaborate with historians, curators, government stakeholders, and community partners
Required QualificationsEducation - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in:
- History
- Geography
- Library Science
- Museum Studies
- Museum Science
- Or a related field
OR - 8+ years of direct museum practice, artifact preservation, curation, or history-related experience in lieu of a degree
Experience - Minimum of 8 years of hands-on professional experience in:
- History programs
- Archives and records management
- Museum operations
- Artifact preservation and curation
- Historical research and content development
Skills & Expertise - Strong written, verbal, editing, and presentation communication skills
- Experience drafting, editing, and proofreading historical materials
- Exceptional attention to detail in archival metadata, inventory management, and documentation
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of archival classification systems and preservation practices
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently while functioning as a dependable team member
- Experience coordinating projects and managing stakeholder expectations to meet deadlines
