Museum Specialist; Exhibits & Graphics

Museum Specialist (Exhibits & Graphics)

About CICONIX: CICONIX LLC is a Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in business advisory and technical assistance for military health programs. We value exceptional people, unwavering integrity, inclusive collaboration, and enduring impact.

Location(s): Silver Spring, Maryland (on-site) | National Museum of Health and Medicine (NMHM)

Position Offers: Full benefit program, including health, PTO, and 401k + contribution.

• High School Diploma
• Three (3) – Five (5) years of experience

Summary: CICONIX is seeking a Museum Specialist (Exhibits & Graphics) to support the National Museum of Health and Medicine (NMHM) in Silver Spring, MD.

• In coordination with the Exhibits Manager, the specialist develops and facilitates production of exhibits and ensures that the museum’s exhibit development, production, and installation process is followed.
• Works closely with museum staff to develop and produce a wide variety of graphics‑based work products as needed.
• Assists with solicitation of internal and external exhibit proposals for permanent and temporary installations.
• Uses Adobe InDesign, Sketchup, and related software to generate concept drawings, models, and case‑layout sketches; creates posters, banners, automations, animations, and provides detailed construction drawings to exact scale, determining best material, finishes, and color to achieve articulated objectives.
• Uses large‑format printers, vinyl cutters, and laminators to produce exhibit graphics and collaterals.
• May assume the role of project manager or exhibit designer depending on team requirements.
• Assists with coordination of exhibit production without side production companies.
• Exercises responsibility for project management and exhibit design, keeping the development process on track and on budget and generating time and cost records as required.
• Coordinates with museum registrar, conservator, and collections staff to ensure that objects are displayed appropriately.
• Assists with tracking of project and department budgets.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of exhibit, graphics, and general office supplies.
• Provides subject‑matter expertise to all areas of museum mission when requested.
• Attends regular meetings or other meetings as needed or directed.

• Education: High School Diploma required.
• Experience: Three to five years of experience.
• Security & Background Check: U.S. citizenship and a successful background investigation are required; ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Additional Requirements: Willingness to comply with government vaccination requirements.

TBD

Note:

This opportunity is contingent and will begin upon contract award.

CICONIX LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. We E‑Verify all employees.