This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/632470100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the Digital Services Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services.
The position description number for this position is 390511.
The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
The incumbent of this position may work a flexitime work schedule.
This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position.
Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.
Learn more about this agency01/21/2022 to 02/25/2022
$135,468 - $203,700 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Occasional travel - May have potential occasional travel to conferences and business meetings.
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Permanent - Position
Full-time - Flexitime.
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Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired, provided that other legal requirements are met and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.
This position is not eligible for permanent remote telework.
The Director, Digital Services Directorate (DSD) has overall responsibility for a full range of digital collections and metadata management services. The incumbent also has overall responsibility for the Library-wide Integrated Library System (ILS), metadata management systems and services, lifecycle management of Library Collections & Services Group (LCSG) Discovery & Preservation Services’ (DPS’s) digital collections, discovery services, service unit-wide business and workflow analysis, and automation workflow development and activities. The incumbent provides a wide range of analytical, technical, managerial, and advisory functions related to the various programs within DPS and LCSG. Assignments provide the incumbent with a wide latitude and considerable responsibility, authority, and discretion in carrying out responsibilities in these areas as well as overall responsibility for improving access to and preservation of the Library’s digital collections, business analysis and metadata services of DPS, as well as within the Library Collections and Services Group (LCSG). The incumbent works in partnership with service unit leadership, directors, managers, and the Library's infrastructure offices while coordinating and overseeing highly complex and diverse service unit programs. The incumbent is considered a member of the DPS senior management team and participates with service unit managers and supervisors in discussions and conferences concerning long range planning as well as matters that affect the entire service unit's digital programs activities and ILS. S/he works closely with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) to identify, prioritize, plan, and co-develop technology solutions to support LCSG and DPS goals. The incumbent is responsible for the overall effectiveness of the Directorate; the effectiveness of his/her communication and cooperation with other members of the DPS Service Unit, the Library and outside organizations. The incumbent is responsible for the quality and extent of his/her participation on the Service Unit management team and his/her effective leadership of subordinate managers, supervisors and staff in incorporating the Library's priorities and values into their programs and activities. The incumbent receives administrative direction in terms of the broadly defined missions and functions of DPS, LCSG, and the Library of Congress.
The Director has overall responsibility, as well as delegated authority, for the oversight, administration and operation of the Digital Services Directorate (DSD). The incumbent is directly responsible for planning, reviewing, monitoring, directing all programmatic, and operations consistent with the directorate’s mission and the Service Unit’s goals. The incumbent is primarily responsible for the direction and management of large-scale operations, ensuring efficient and effective achievement of specified goals and objectives. The incumbent oversees the full range of broad, emerging, and/or critical agency programs or operations required by the service unit. The incumbent evaluates current and proposed programs and operations and initiates modifies, recommends, or discontinues such actions, as appropriate.
Performs the human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Establishes performance expectations for directorate staff members and clearly communicate the expectations. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates staff on organizational performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Takes personnel actions as necessary. Provides advice and counsel to staff members, subordinate managers related to work, and policy matters. Effects disciplinary measures. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests. Assures training of staff at all levels in the organization and staff fully comply with the provisions of the safety regulations.
Serves as the primary advisor on various DPS and LCSG programs and operations, as well as senior staff of the Directorate. Counsels senior management staff and officials at multiple levels of the Library of Congress; senior staff of other Federal, state, and local government agencies; and private sector clients and vendors on Library of Congress matters related to the subject matter area. Advises on the appropriate methods and techniques to use in order to achieve program goals and objectives. Serves on inter-agency work groups, task forces, or as expert on panels, special projects, or studies critical to the resolution of far-reaching operating issues and problems.
Your resume is important to this application process. It will be reviewed to determine whether you possess the qualifications referenced above. All applicants are required to submit a resume that provides specific information (to include accomplishments, work experience and education/training) that clearly describes what you would bring to the position. The Supervisor leads his/her staff toward meeting the Library’s vision, mission, and goals by acting decisively, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, demonstrating flexibility and resilience, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, and fostering integrity and honesty. To view the Library’s Supervisory Core Competencies click the following link: http://www.loc.gov/hr/employment/uploads/loc_supervisor_core_competencies.pdf.
Conditions of Employment
Although the Library of Congress is not covered by the nationwide injunction against the federal government vaccine requirement, the Library of Congress has decided it will not enforce its vaccine requirement at this time. Therefore, to the extent a Library of Congress job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, that requirement does not currently apply. The Library of Congress continues to require information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine. Library employees who are not vaccinated will be required to undergo testing for COVID-19 every seven days.
Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
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 lead and manage a program/area of responsibility: A successful candidate has the ability to acquire and administer human, financial, material, and information resources to accomplish an organization’s mission. Accomplished strategic and operational goals for an agency/organization and in doing so had the following responsibilities: 1) developed program performance objectives/targets that support the organization’s mission and goals, 2) conducted monthly or quarterly reviews and prepared annual assessments of accomplishments and outcomes/results, 3) advised senior level officials, 4) oversaw day-to-day operations directly and through subordinate supervisors, 5) worked with both internal and national external organizations to achieve program goals, 6) evaluated current and proposed programs and operations and recommended actions to initiate, modify, or discontinue projects, 7) developed and integrated policies and processes for your area of responsibility, and 8) planned, acquired, and organized resources and people.
Knowledge of the principles, concepts and techniques of modern librarianship as it relates to new and emerging information technologies.**: A successful candidate has applied professional knowledge of library and information management principles, concepts and techniques to manage library functions and envision digital services to support library programs in a research library setting; has knowledge of various format and content needs related to the creation, description, organization, and provision of access to digital collections. Knowledge of and experience with systems, workflows and services that address the following: 1) metadata for digital collections; 2) evaluation of workflows and strategies to organize and make digital content accessible at scale; 3) digitization of cultural heritage collections; and 4.) providing leadership for digital content management.
Ability to build coalitions and professional networks.**: A successful candidate has the ability to identify, build and maintain 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 supervise, develop and lead a diverse cultural heritage workforce.**: A successful candidate 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 apply transformational leadership skills: The successful candidate has experience as a transformational leader in a digital or information technology domain who identifies problems and opportunities with others and builds coalitions and teams to execute the work to affect change. This includes: 1) using systems-thinking to identify potential focus areas and accomplishing objectives, 2) breaking down the goal to actionable tasks, and 3) building the coalitions and teams necessary to execute.
Ability to communicate in writing and review and assess the writing of others: The successful candidate has the ability to prepare a variety of clear, cogent, accurate, well-organized, and understandable complex and specialized documents related to the work of the position, such as: 1) funding proposals, 2) policies, 3) program goals and objectives, 4) business plans, 5) budget justifications, 6) research papers, 7) performance management documents/evaluations, and 8) other reports. This includes the ability to target an audience and shape communications so that they are appropriate and specific to technical and administrative activities.
Ability to present information orally through briefings, consultations, and other presentations: The successful candidate has the ability to convey analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations, in both planned and extemporaneous situations. This included shaping the appropriate amount, form, depth and level of detail, and content of information to the needs of the receiver/audience.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing: The successful candidate has the ability to effectively express ideas and recommendations other than in writing in various settings to peers, staff, managers, supervisors, and external audiences to both provide and seek information. This includes actively listening to or understanding communicated information and answering questions thoughtfully and completely.
All initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. In addition, all newly appointed Senior Level executives, from outside the Library as well as from within, must serve a one year probationary period in accordance with the Library of Congress Regulations (LCRs) 2017.2-1, Senior Level Executive System.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. All who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
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The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.
The selected applicant will be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-521, the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.
For more information regarding eligibility requirements, please see the Library of Congress Merit Selection Plan, Section X.D, at: http://www.loc.gov/hr/employment/msp010909.pdf.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Library of Congress will evaluate applicants using the information provided in your resume. Reviews are intended to explore applicants' experience, knowledge, and training directly related to the job in order to identify the best qualified applicants for selection. For Senior Level positions, applicants do not need to respond to specific competency questions but will be requested to answer one question related to how they became aware of this job opportunity.
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Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent).
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. The program does not accept certification from health care providers. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/632470100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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