TITLE: Physical Science Technician; Computer Clerk/Assistant; and Office Clerk.
TYPE OF POSITION: Federal and Trust Fund (Non Federal) Temporary, with various work schedules
LOCATION: Cambridge, Massachusetts
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified US citizens

The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory is accepting applications for summer employment in the following areas:

• Scientific research support and laboratory support performing tasks such as taking measurements, setting up experiments, repairing laboratory equipment, analyzing data using a computer, and checking scientific references.
  Job Title: Physical Science Technician, GS/IS-1311, Grades 2 through 5, $11.25 to $15.93

• Computer support in the area of systems/network administration, programming, data processing, website development and user support.
  Job Title: Computer Clerk/Assistant, GS/IS-335, Grades 2 through 5, $11.55 to $15.93

• General office support performing a variety of clerical tasks such as typing and word processing, photocopying, collating, mailing or distributing documents, filing, answering telephones, referring calls, and taking and relaying messages.
  Job Title: Office Clerk, GS/IS-303, Grades 2 through 5, $11.55 to $15.93

NOTE: Applications received by April 16, 2008 will be given first consideration. Applications received after April 16, 2008 will be considered in the order received. These positions may require background checks, including fingerprinting. Relocation expenses will not be paid for these positions.

QUALIFICATIONS : Basic qualification requirements for each occupational category and grade are outlined in the Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Standards Handbook. This handbook is available for review in our Human Resources Department or at any Federal personnel office.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested candidates should submit resumes to the address below, or to saoresumes@cfa.harvard.edu. You may apply using a resume, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), or any other application form you choose. Clearly describe in your resume or application the job for which you are applying and your work experience, education and /or training as it relates to that particular job. Please reference Job Posting #28-15 and the job title(s) for which you are applying.

Please complete the Applicant Survey Form, which is used to collect information from candidates during the search process to evaluate the effectiveness of the Institution's search and recruit efforts. Please print all responses. The information provided is not a part of the selection process and will be used for statistical purposes only. Your voluntary responses will have no effect on your consideration.

The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace.

Visit our SAO website. or http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/sao-home.html

Mailing address:
Summer Employment Coordinator
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
60 Garden Street, MS 17
Cambridge, MA 02138