The Cultural Resources Program (CRS) at the Great Basin Institute (GBI), in cooperation with the National Park Service at George Washington Memorial Parkway, is recruiting one Museum Technician to participate in assisting the Curator at Arlington House. Primary Responsibilities: Performs museum housekeeping duties within the exhibit spaces at Arlington House, and in public and non-public […]

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The Cultural Resources Program (CRS) at the Great Basin Institute (GBI), in cooperation with the National Park Service at George Washington Memorial Parkway, is recruiting one Museum Technician to participate in assisting the Curator at Arlington House.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs museum housekeeping duties within the exhibit spaces at Arlington House, and in public and non-public areas;
• Completes Integrated Pest Management tasks in accordance with the Plan, including daily inspections, monthly trap replacement, pest identification and tracking;
• Assists with environmental monitoring;
• Collects and records environmental data (temperature, relative humidity, light levels) using designated equipment and following established protocols;
• Completes assigned tasks such as cataloguing and photo documentation;
• Handles objects safely, using proper techniques and personal protective equipment;
• Maintains accurate records in the collections management system (e.g., MCMS) and
  

  submits updates promptly;

• Assists in overseeing the work of volunteers, providing training on proper museum/handling techniques and procedures, and documenting volunteer tasks and hours log;
• Assists with collection-related research requests in an efficient and timely manner;
• Assists with annual inventory of collections;
• Makes presentations to park staff, public gatherings, or professional meetings as necessary or assigned;
• Communicates and interacts with the public as needed; and,
• Opportunity for cross-training/experiences with archaeology, natural resources, and other park staff.

Timeline:

• 26-week appointment beginning late summer/ early fall 2026Possibility of extension pending funding availability and performance
• Full time, 40 hours/week; no OT.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday.

Location:

This position will be based out of Arlington, VA, at Arlington House in Arlington National Cemetery, part of George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP). Arlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E. Lee. It honors him for specific reasons, including promoting peace and reunion after the Civil War. In a larger sense it exists as a place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American history: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.

GWMP is located within the Washington D.C. metro area, Maryland, and Virginia. This area features world renown museums, a diverse restaurant scene, concerts, sporting events and large green spaces with great outdoor opportunities within driving distance. There is an extensive public transit system connecting the metro area with many different housing opportunities.

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• Performs museum housekeeping duties within the exhibit spaces at Arlington House, and in public and non-public areas;

• Completes Integrated Pest Management tasks in accordance with the Plan, including daily inspections, monthly trap replacement, pest identification and tracking;

• Assists with environmental monitoring;

• Collects and records environmental data (temperature, relative humidity, light levels) using designated equipment and following established protocols;

• Completes assigned tasks such as cataloguing and photo documentation;

• Handles objects safely, using proper techniques and personal protective equipment;

Maintains accurate records in the collections management system (e.g., MCMS) and

submits updates promptly;

• Assists in overseeing the work of volunteers, providing training on proper museum/handling techniques and procedures, and documenting volunteer tasks and hours log;

• Assists with collection-related research requests in an efficient and timely manner;

• Assists with annual inventory of collections;

• Makes presentations to park staff, public gatherings, or professional meetings as necessary or assigned;

• Communicates and interacts with the public as needed; and,

• Opportunity for cross-training/experiences with archaeology, natural resources, and other park staff.

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26-week appointment beginning late summer/ early fall 2026Possibility of extension pending funding availability and performance