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Office of Protection Services
OPS has over 17 different occupational series in our team of over 850 employees to support Security Operations, Physical Security, Personnel Security, and Business Operations that include various administrative support positions. At OPS, we use a collaborative approach to harness the knowledge and many skills of our employees.
We are also dedicated to employee career development and community outreach.
Information on Federal employee benefits
All applicants must apply through USAJOBS:
Popular interview questions:
- What interests you the most about this job with the Smithsonian?
- How would you describe the amount of structure, direction, and feedback you need to be successful?
- If selected for the job, what do you anticipate to be your greatest impact?
- What strengths do you rely on to make you successful in your work?
- What are your short- and long-term career goals? How are you preparing to achieve them?
I have always loved working with my colleagues, staff, and visitors, and listening to the excitement in their voices when they talk about our exhibits.
We engage with people from all over the world and learn about their experiences in the museums.
The Smithsonian welcomes everyone to learn about our history.
Employee Development
- Career Development Guide
- Monthly Leadership Series
- Mentorship Program
- OPS Staff Town Halls
- Professional and comprehensive onsite security training
- Annual certification programs
- Customized Supervisory Training
- Safety, Implicit Bias, and Procedural Justice Trainings