Hiring: Supervisory Conservator. Company: Smithsonian Institution Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 10:24:32 Employment Type: Part-time About the job Experience: •Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Required Skills: •The Supervisory Conservator supervises and manages a professional team of conservators who hold expertise in areas such as paper, objects, costumes, and textiles. The Supervisory Conservator is responsible for the comprehensive administration of the conservation laboratories. •In This Position, You Will •Perform a full range of technical examinations of objects to identify their structure and components; determine their condition as well as the appropriate conservation treatment procedures to be performed; and recommend appropriate preventative conservation measures. •Perform management and supervisory responsibilities by developing performance plans, identifying opportunities for employee growth and development, and cultivating skills that support the stabilization, care, and display of museum objects. •Design and implement the conservation program, recommending policies for collections care based on accepted museum and collection management standards. •Develop and propose annual budgets for the conservation laboratories and oversee procurement activities and contract administration in support of laboratory operations. Qualifications: •May need to complete a Probationary Period •Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer •Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. •Position duties require physical exertion, including prolonged standing, repetitive movement, manual dexterity, and precise, tremor free work under a microscope. •Work involves hazardous laboratory materials and requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with safety training and protocols. •Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. •For information on qualification requirements, see •Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on •This job does not have an education qualification requirement. •This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!