This position is located in the Researcher and Collections Services, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center, 19053 Mt. Pony Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701. The position description number is 454438. The salary range reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Wash DC, Metro area. The incumbent of this position may work a flextime work schedule. This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses may be authorized for the person selected under this vacancy announcement.

Duties

This position serves as the Chief, National Audio Visual Conservation Center (NAVCC) and reports to the Associate Librarian for Researcher & Collections Services within the Library Collections and Services Group.

Requirements

• See requirements listed below under Qualifications Required.

Qualifications

Career Showcase Chief, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center (VAR002749) Wednesday, April 17th 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET This event will be livestreamed on Zoom for Government. Join a live, virtual Career Showcase to learn about an exciting career opportunity directly from senior leaders at the Library of Congress. Simply log on to the link below on Wednesday, April 17th at 12:30 PM (ET) to learn about the Chief, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center role at the Library of Congress. Registration is not required. To participate anonymously, simply identify yourself as "Anonymous2024" when entering the session. Please join the webinar on Zoom>> When: Wednesday, April 17th at 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Library of Congress – Chief, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center Zoom Link: https://loc.zoomgov.com/j/1616065400 Or join by telephone: 1-646-828-7666 Webinar ID: 1616065400 The competencies below are required for this position.  Those marked with a double asterisk (**) are considered the most critical competencies for this position.A candidate's resume must show a proven record of accomplishment that clearly demonstrates he or she has: Ability to supervise, develop and lead a diverse cultural heritage workforce**:  The successful candidate has supervised and managed a diverse workforce including: 1) establishing realistic yet challenging goals and standards; 2) supplying regular, constructive feedback, mentoring to assist staff in attaining their goals; 3) incorporating active participation of staff in planning, decision making and team building; 4) identifying skills and abilities of staff and any skill gaps in the workforce for current and future needs; 5) providing opportunities for training and career advancement; 6) hiring staff; 7) addressing performance and disciplinary matters; 8) communicating performance expectations; 9) conducting timely and periodic performance evaluations; 10) ensuring tasks are appropriately delegated and satisfactorily completed; and 11) creating and embracing an environment fostering diversity, integrity, and honesty focused on ongoing improvement to self and others and to customer service.  Ability to think strategically and lead change**:  The successful candidate has established and implemented a strategic vision and direction for an organization or group and leads and effects change. This includes evaluating interdependencies and interrelationships among functions and resources and outcomes; developing performance targets; and identifying strategic opportunities. This also includes championing ideas that promote the mission with enthusiasm, conviction, and assertiveness; gaining support and commitment from others; and motivating and inspiring others.  Participated in developing and implementing revisions to an organization’s strategy for adapting to new challenges.  Was responsible for implementing at least one major component of a strategy change for an organization.  Discussed the importance of evaluating organizational progress against targets and/or to adjusting targets or expectations as appropriate.  Ability to provide program oversight and administrative management to agency programs and operations**:  The successful candidate has provided a wide range of managerial, analytical, technical, and advisory functions related to the administrative programs within the division.  This included 1) provided oversight for human resources, finance, information technology, facilities management and other services, 2) oversaw and guided short- and long-term strategic planning initiatives, 3) accomplished strategic and organizational goals by ensuring the effective interaction and integration of processes, 4) delegated and managed financial operations, 5) provided operational services in support of workforce planning goals, 6) managed effective and efficient administration of facilities requirements, 7) set performance expectations, 8) provided advice, counsel and training to staff, 9) developed policies and guidelines affecting agency programs, and 10) directed, monitored and participated in outreach initiatives. Ability to build coalitions and professional networks:  The successful candidate has identified, built, and maintained relationships and professional networks to gain support and commitment from scholars and other learners; the publishing and creative community; and colleagues in the library and archival field. This includes: 1) participating in and representing the institution at professional association meetings; 2) working collaboratively with other departments, agencies and organizations to further agency goals and objectives; 3) establishing cordial relationships with donors and potential donors to obtain additions to Library collections; and 4) working with the archival and research library community to identify trends and issues related to the collections and services of the Library. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing:  The successful candidate has the ability to speak clearly, politely, and with civility and mutual respect to peers, staff, managers, supervisors, and external audiences to both provide and seek information. This also includes actively listening to and understanding information; and listening to and answering questions thoughtfully and completely.

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