DIRECTOR - RESEARCH & INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION POSITION #18 SALARY RANGE $75,000 - $90,000 The Library of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated candidate to administer our Research & Information Services Division, responsible for providing high-quality, innovative, and user-oriented service to the public. The Division ensures access to the Library's extensive printed and manuscript holdings and provides research and reference assistance to government officials, state agencies, historical and genealogical researchers, and the general public. The Division has five departments encompassing archival research, library reference, circulation, interlibrary loan, and oversight of collection storage in the stacks. The Division Director also serves as a member of the Senior 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 a library, museum, historical society, university, archives or similar research or educational organization. * Experience in budget preparation and management. * Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of library and archival administration and program management, particularly in the area of public service. * Comprehensive knowledge of US and Virginia history. * Working knowledge of computer systems and software currently used in the library and archival profession. * Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, conversation, and formal presentations. * Demonstrated ability to assemble, organize, motivate and direct a professional staff. * Demonstrated ability to work 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 immediately 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. The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment and is seeking an individual who values this approach. To apply, please submit a completed Virginia Employment Application Form and, if desired, a resume for Position #00018, to: Jacqueline O'Connor, The Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Phone 804-692-3586 or FAX 804-692-3587. State application forms are available online at http://www.dhrm.state.va.us/statefrm.htm. Please visit the Library's website at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/. AN EEO/AA/ADA EMPLOYER. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html