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Deputy Librarian of Virginia

Position #00002

Salary commensurate with experience

 

 

The Library of Virginia is seeking a talented and energetic individual
to serve as the chief operating officer for the Library and second in
charge of the agency as Deputy Librarian of Virginia.  This position
reports to the Librarian of Virginia, the chief executive officer of the
state's research and reference library at the seat of government.

 

            The Library of Virginia is a complex agency with seven
divisions, a multi-million dollar budget, and more than 200 full and
part-time staff.    The Deputy will administer the six line divisions
and coordinate the activities of all agency programs and services
serving the public in the areas of research, reference, archives,
records management, special collections, circulation, collection
management, publications, educational programs, library development,
networking, consulting, and information technology. 

 

To be considered for the position the candidate should have:

 

s       Advanced and progressive experience in program management and
administration and supervision of professional staff in a
library/museum/historical society/university or similar cultural or
educational organization; similar experience in budget preparation and
management.

s       Comprehensive knowledge of administrative policies and practices
in state and national archives, state and research libraries, museums,
and other affiliated educational and cultural institutions.  

s       Comprehensive knowledge of budget development and strategic
planning.  

s       Considerable knowledge of collection development; of
governmental organizations, operations, and practices; of Virginia
history and the organization of Virginia government.

s       Knowledge of cataloging and processing of materials and or
archival and records management practices. 

s       A master's degree from an accredited university with a
concentration in history, library and information science, museum and
archival administration, or related field; Ph.D. preferred.   

s       Must pass a background check and complete the Statement of
Economic Interest for the Commonwealth of Virginia.  

 

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may
substitute for educational requirements.

 

The Library of Virginia values diversity in the workforce. Bicultural,
bilingual, female, and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. We
offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a unique opportunity
for career enrichment.   The Library fosters an open, team-oriented work
environment and is seeking individuals who value this approach.  To
apply, candidates must submit a completed Virginia state employment
application form for position #00002.  This position will remain open
until filled.  First review of applications will be May 15, 2009.

                                                              

Application Instructions:  Applications that are e-mailed, faxed or
delivered to the agency will not be accepted. You must apply through the
Virginia Jobs system. Please visit our website at www.lva.virginia.gov
<http://www.lva.virginia.gov/>  for additional information about this
position and the Virginia Jobs link at www.jobs.agencies.virginia.gov
<http://www.jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/>  to apply.  Computers are
available at the Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Career
Center, public libraries, Virginia Employment Commission offices, and
the reading rooms at The Library of Virginia. The Library of Virginia
will, if requested, provide reasonable accommodation to candidates for
application and/or the interview process. If you have any questions
please contact Jacqueline O'Connor at 804-692-3586.

An EEO/AA/ADA Employer

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