Applied Historian - Research and Reference (Arlington, VA)Job Title: Applied Historian - Research and Reference Location: Arlington, VA Job Summary/Purpose: The Gemini 3 Group (G3G) is seeking a full-time Applied Historian - Research and Reference to provide timely historical support to a valued Department of Defense (DoD) customer. G3G strives to provide superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our Company. It is our goal to provide our employees with a work environment that promotes professional and personal fulfillment, career development, and job enrichment. Essential Responsibilities/Functions:
Identify and organize source documents for research requests and information/background papers.
Maintain a historical collection of documents and books.
Provide research and reference services within the Customer’s Historical Research Collection and Historical Reference Library. Such services shall include research into unit and organization history.
Collect and analyze primary and secondary sources for the purpose of writing information and background papers.
Conduct research and write special studies on topics, as requested. Such special studies are longer and more in-depth studies than information and background papers. They may be published in print and require the highest level of scholarship, analysis, and writing style.
Provide the following support to the oral history program:
Plan interviews with present and past senior leadership officials by assisting the other historians in determining which officials need to be interviewed and in contacting them to schedule interview sessions.
Prepare for interviews by researching primary and secondary sources to develop appropriate questions.
Conduct interviews alone or in conjunction with others.
Format edit, and revise transcripts.
Required Experience:
At least two (2) years of full-time work experience in an archive or library.
Experience identifying, interpreting, and referencing information resources to answer specific research questions in writing as evidenced by completion of a thesis, dissertation, or research article.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Thorough understanding of organization, archive, and library operations.
Knowledge of and experience in using the most recent edition of theChicago Manual of Style.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks at one time.
Must be detail oriented and highly organized.
Effective prooing and quality assurance capabilities to include excellent spelling and grammar.
Familiarity with research databases and demonstrated ability to conduct research in community, state, and national archival collections.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Required Education, Licenses and Certifications: Master’s degree in history or related field. Security Clearance Requirements: Active Secret Clearance Benefits/Perks:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
401(k)
Paid Holidays
Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs
Paid time off
Health Spending Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurances
Team building events
Professional growth opportunities
Performance awards
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. The Gemini 3 Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Department: Open PositionsThis is a full time position
