Assistant Director, Advancement Services, (Human Resources) IS-0201-13

OPEN DATE: July 16, 2026 CLOSING DATE: August 14, 2026 POSITION TYPE: Trust Fund APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent SCHEDULE: Full Time DUTY LOCATION: Washington, DC Position sensitivity and risk: Low Risk Non-Sensitive 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. Come join a team of dedicated staff at an exceptional time in the Smithsonian’s history during the Smithsonian Campaign for Our Shared Future. 5 billion fundraising goal one full year ahead of schedule, a milestone that comes as the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026.

This achievement marks the largest fundraising effort in the history of any cultural organization and represents a defining moment for the Institution and the country it serves. The Our Shared Future campaign has advanced the Smithsonian’s reach and impact, empowering the institution to find solutions to today’s most pressing challenges. The Smithsonian has built a model fundraising organization, driven by talented staff across our many museums, research centers and cultural centers.

This position offers exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to make a significant impact on the future of the Smithsonian. There is no better time to join this amazing Institution. The Office of Advancement (OA) oversees and guides the fundraising efforts of the entire Smithsonian and is home to the central development organization for the Institution.

In addition to raising significant support for a variety of Smithsonian initiatives, the OA provides support services to advancement offices across the Institution. The office engages with staff throughout the Smithsonian in accomplishing their goals. This position oversees all human resources activity for the Smithsonian’s Office of Advancement (OA).

It also works with advancement teams across the Institution in devising and executing recruiting and hiring strategies for all Smithsonian advancement positions. The position works closely with the Director of Professional Development in the Office of Advancement to plan and execute a range of programming and policies. It supervises a Human Resources Specialist and reports to the Director, Advancement Operations and Talent Management.

The position is part of the Advancement Administration team. · Leads all human resources activity for the Office of Advancement. · Advises OA staff and management on Smithsonian HR policy and practices.

· Oversees the annual performance plan and appraisal process for OA.