DIRECTOR - COLLECTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES DIVISION
POSITION #102
SALARY RANGE $75,000 - $90,000


The Library of Virginia is seeking a dynamic and experienced candidate
to administer our Collection Management Services Division, responsible
for providing high-quality, innovative, and user-oriented service to
internal and external customers of the Library.  The ideal candidate
will be adept at refining and adopting new technologies and practices in
the library and information science field and in further advancing the
Library's significant collection-development and
conservation-preservation programs.

The Division is responsible for the acquisition, cataloging, and care of
the Library's extensive book, periodical, government, and special
collections through the work of four departments: library technical
services, government documents (including both state and federal
publications), special collections (including rare books, prints and
photographs, and other materials), and the Virginia Newspaper Project,
funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The Division also
provides public services through the Library's Government Documents and
Special Collections Reading Rooms.  The Division, in addition,
administers a significant portion of the Library's
conservation-preservation program, with responsibility for coordinating
services through two onsite and two out-of-state laboratories. The
Division Director also serves as a member of the Executive Management
Team that sets policy and provides strategic direction for the Library.
The Library of Virginia serves the archival and research needs of
Virginians as the Commonwealth's archival agency, the reference library
at the seat of government, and as one of the nation's premier research
institutions.

To be considered for the position, candidates must possess the
following:

*	A master's degree from an accredited university with a
concentration in library and information science, history, or other
field related to the Library's mission.
*	Considerable experience in program management and administration
in an academic, state or public library, museum, historical society,
archival agency or similar research or educational organization. 
*	Experience in budget preparation and management.
*	Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of
library administration and program management, with experience in the
areas of collection management, conservation-preservation, and public
services.
*	Comprehensive knowledge of US and Virginia history.
*	Working knowledge of computer systems and software currently
used in the library profession.
*	Demonstrated ability to communicate well in writing,
conversation, and formal presentations.
*	Demonstrated ability to assemble, organize, motivate, and lead a
professional staff effectively.
*	Demonstrated ability to work well with a wide variety of
professional, support, and clerical staff and with public officials at
all levels of government.
*	Ability to advise agency management on organizational and
operational issues. 

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may
substitute for requirements.  Review of application materials will begin
on December 3rd, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.
Salary is competitive with a generous benefits package.  Security
background check is required as well as completion of a statement of
personal economic interest.

BENEFITS PACKAGE includes: annual (vacation) leave, family/personal
leave, sick leave, short- and long-term disability program, 12 paid
holidays, alternate/flexible work schedules, wellness programs, pre-tax
health care premiums, flexible spending accounts, life insurance,
optional supplemental insurance, retirement plan with 5% employer-paid
contribution, and deferred compensation with cash match.

The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking an individual who values this approach.  To apply for
this position, please follow the link to the Commonwealth of Virginia's
online job application at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov.  Only
online applications will be accepted.  Please visit the Library's
website at http://www.lva.virginia.gov/.  An EEO/AA/ADA Employer.

If you have any questions, please contact Jill Bari Steinberg in the
Human Resources Office, Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street,
Richmond, Virginia 23219.  Phone 804-692-3586.