Audiovisual Operator, HG-3901-07

OPEN DATE: June 16, 2026 CLOSING DATE: June 30, 2026 * This announcement will close once 50 applications have been received, which may occur prior to the listed closing date. * POSITION TYPE: Trust Fund APPOINTMENT TYPE: Temporary NTE 1 year SCHEDULE: Intermittent DUTY LOCATION: Washington, DC Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Open to all qualified applicants What are Trust Fund Positions? Trust Fund positions are unique to the Smithsonian.

They are paid for from a variety of sources, including the Smithsonian endowment, revenue from our business activities, donations, grants and contracts. Trust employees are not part of the civil service, nor does trust fund employment lead to Federal status. The salary ranges for trust positions are generally the same as for federal positions and in many cases trust and federal employees work side by side.

Benefits

, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Annual and Sick Leave, Family Friendly Leave, 403b Retirement Plan, Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships, Museum Stores and Restaurants, Credit Union, Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (Child Care), Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care). Conditions of Employment Pass Pre-employment Background Check and Subsequent Background Investigation for position designated. Complete a Probationary Period.

Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer. The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. S.

is not required to apply.

Requirements

within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Requires ability to work in dark and noisy environments. Requires ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather types.

Requires ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; requires ability to push carts with more than 100 lbs weight on them. Must be able to wear required safety shoes and gloves. Requires ability to walk long distances.

Requires ability to stand for up to 4 hours at time. Requires ability to climb ladders. Requires skill distinguishing among shades of colors.

Requires ability to hear accurately below 80 dB SPL. This position requires adherence to a professional dress code appropriate to event and workplace standards. This position is located organizationally in Smithsonian Event Technologies (SET), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Under Secretary for Finance and Administration, Smithsonian Institution (SI).

SI is a diverse museum and research complex dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge. SI’s information technology (IT) needs are led and provided by OCIO. , events, exhibitions, conferences).

SET broadens SI’s reach through the use of audiovisual and telecommunications technologies such as: - sound reinforcement systems - recording devices - computers - media editing software - broadcast equipment - data projector - stage lighting This position provides complete audiovisual technical support for events by operating equipment, preparing and managing gear, and executing production tasks to ensure reliable, high quality audiovisual event services. Events & Media Production Set up, operate, and break down AV equipment (audio, video, lighting, projection, broadcast, virtual event tools). Ensure high‑quality sound and visuals for events across Smithsonian venues.

Troubleshoot technical issues and support event personnel. Review equipment needs and adapt to last‑minute changes. Provide informal guidance to junior operators.