Life Support Systems and Water Quality Specialist

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Life Support Systems & Water Quality Office, Office of Planning, Facilities and Exhibits, National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI), Office of the Under Secretary of Science and Research (OUSSR), Smithsonian Institution (SI). More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

The Life Support Systems & Water Quality Specialist is responsible for assisting in the oversite of the operation, maintenance, and management of aquatic exhibits and life support systems within NZCBI. In this position, you will: Assist with operation and maintenance of aquatic systems including filtration, circulation, heating/cooling, aeration, and disinfection. Monitor water quality parameters (temperature, pH, salinity, dissolved oxygen). Maintain records of water quality and system performance. Manage inventory and coordinate repairs.

Conditions of Employment Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. See the 'Required Documents' section for additional information. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website.