SNA International Careers

Description

• Perform complex historical research into locating and identifying missing service members from World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.    
• Write historical reports, documentary research, interpreting oral histories, secondary source readings, geographically bounded studies, case narratives, reports of findings, and briefings to Agency leadership. 
• Conduct research and analysis for cases that leads to comprehensive and accurate case development and investigations and case narratives.
• Conduct archival research and collect archival materials as needed.
• Build and develop recommendations to disinter unidentified remains from past conflicts, with the goal of pursuing all avenues towards exhumation and identification.
• Assists with communications with foreign representatives/embassies and casualty/mortuary offices.  
• Update, refine, and enhance the DPAA’s Case Management Data and visualization tools.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• 5 years of professional historical research experience (includes educational experience)   
• Master’s degree in history or related field with a strong understanding of US Military History, History of Science and/or World War II, Korean War and/or the Vietnam War.    
• Specialist knowledge of the Indo-Pacific Theater (working toward PhD preferred) 
• Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
• Possess the ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
• Possess the ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research. 
• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication and conference presentation record. 
• Possess ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
• Demonstrated history of writing for a wide, non-specialist audience. 
• Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience. 
• Demonstrated experience with archival research. 
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills 
• Able to work well independently as well as in a team environment. 
• Possess strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills. 
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. 

• Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
• Ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
• Ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research. 
• Knowledge of professional writing styles based on experience. 
• Exceptional abilities in oral and written communication, and the ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel). 
• A demonstrated history of initiative and achievement. 
• A demonstrated history of working independently with client staff. 
• Experience working independently with minimal direction or supervision. 
• Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills. 
• Experience performing tasks under tight deadlines and managing shifting priorities. 

• This work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort may be required, particularly if traveling to assist with field investigations. 
• Office work may include the transfer of archival boxes. 
• Individuals must be capable of working under high stress and pressure of short deadlines.