Audio Visual Operator Job in Washington DC Metro Area - 91132862 - ZAJSBMBNGJ.AE

Job Title:
Audio Visual Operator


Agency:
Smithsonian InstitutionSub

Agency:
Smithsonian

Job Announcement Number:
11R-JW-3901T-TRF-OFEO-DC

SALARY RANGE:
$17.42 - $20.33 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Friday, October 01, 2010 to Friday, September 30, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:HG-3901-05/05

POSITION INFORMATION:
Intermittent Hours, Temporary Not-To-Exceed 1 year.  This is not a Federal Position. More than one position may be filled from this announcement.

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
07

DUTY LOCATIONS:
many vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
This position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the
United States.

This is an open continuous announcement.  Your application will
be maintained on file for a 30 calendar day period.  Eligible
applicants will be considered for vacancies as they occur.

JOB SUMMARY:The A/V Branch of the Office of Facilities, Engineering, and
Operations, provides a wide variety of audio-visual
support services for the Smithsonian Institution, its museums,
research facilities, offices, agencies, outreach and education
functions as well as for diverse external organizations

The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce.  
Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery."


KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer

Additional Duty Location Info:
many vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC

Perform A/V installation, design, support, consultation on
repair, transportation and technical operation services.

Perform a variety of functions relative to audio visual
operations including: sound system design, audio visual equipment
exhibit installation and support, consultation, repair, contractor
selection and monitoring, equipment transportation and operation.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Your overall experience and training must indicate that you have the
minimum knowledge, skills, abilities needed to meet the  
qualifications.

ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN
NORMAL SUPERVISION. This includes setting up, operating and
adjusting one or more of the following: a portable Public Address
system with separate audio mixer, equalization, amplifier, and four
speakers on stands; large screen video playback or computer video
connection to adjust registration on a CRT based video data/video
projector; digital video recording; projector; or 16 mm and 35 mm
silent and sound motion picture projectors and screens. (This is the
screen-out element. Applicants who are not rated satisfactory or
potentially satisfactory on the screen-out element will not be rated
on the remaining elements).

NOTE: There is no substitution of education for experience for this
position.  Qualification requirements must be met by the closing
date
of the announcement.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Incumbent must be able to
identify sounds above 80 decibels; distinguish colors and shades of
colors; move, lift and transport equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
The applications that meet these basic qualifications will be
evaluated further against the following criteria:

1. Knowledge of related work practices (includes keeping things
   neat, clean and in order).
   
2. Knowledge of technical practices (theoretical, precise,
   artistic).
   
3. Knowledge of materials used in the Audio-Visual Operator trade.
   

Important Note:
Your resume should provide detailed information regarding how your
experience relate to this position, including the major duties and
qualifications criteria listed.To preview questions please click here.


BENEFITS:The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package; however this
particular position does not offer benefits.
OTHER INFORMATION:

• Tips for applying for Smithsonian positions are available
  at link to www.sihr.si.edu/jobs.cfm .
  
  
• The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses.
  
  
• The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment
  opportunity (www.si.edu/oeema).

HOW TO APPLY:Click on the "Apply On-line" button below.

Please Note:

• Qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of the
  job opportunity announcement closing date.
  
• Documents that are faxed as part of the application process must
  be sent with the system generated cover sheet.
  
• Clicking the "DONE" tab does not submit your application.  
  The "DONE" tab allows you to exit the system and save your
  information for completion at a later time.  To submit your
  application, click the "FINISH" tab.
  
• The complete application package, including any required
  documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on
  the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
  
• Paper applications may be accepted with prior approval of the
  Contact Person listed.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:Your application package should include a detailed resume.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Jan Williams
Phone: 202-633-6383
Fax: 571-258-4052
TDD: 202-633-6409
Email: willija@si.edu Agency Information:
Smithsonian
Office of Human Resources
POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517
Washington, DC 20013-7012
Fax: 571-258-4052

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an
acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.  Your
resume will be maintained in our candidate inventory. As vacancies
occur, you may be contacted if your application is referred to the
hiring official.


After a 30 calendar day period, applicants are removed from
consideration.  To receive further consideration after this period,
you must re-apply to this open announcement by following
the instructions under the "How to Apply" tab.