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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.
Learn more about this agency04/12/2024 to 05/20/2024
$147,649 - $221,900 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
Yes—Relocation expenses may be authorized for the person selected under this vacancy announcement.
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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 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.
The Chief is a visionary, people-focused leader with broad responsibility for the NAVCC's overall strategic direction. This includes setting strategic objectives aligning the activities of its curatorial units and business operations to the Library’s strategic plan, as well as guiding outreach initiatives that contribute leadership to audiovisual preservation communities at home and abroad. The Chief leads change by overseeing the strategic evolution of the division's programs and services, and by partnering to chart its technical direction.
The Library’s unparalleled moving image and recorded sound collections are housed in an extensive, fit-for-purpose facility in Culpeper County, VA. The incumbent is responsible for effective oversight of NAVCC operations through the Assistant Chief, and direct oversight for all aspects of curation and stewardship for its audiovisual materials. The position maintains productive relationships within industry and academic communities to support engaged stewardship of the nation’s audiovisual heritage, including through the work of the two Preservation Boards for Film and Sound Recordings which advise the Librarian of Congress on the National Registries. The Chief is also skilled in cultivating strong coalitions across the Library. As needed, collection stewardship activities are coordinated with other divisions where collections interests overlap (including the American Folklife Center and the Music Division). NAVCC provides custodial oversight for a variety of collection items outside the scope of its curatorial remit.
The Chief is responsible for the overall execution of the division's budget, balancing the needs of collections stewardship, technology maintenance, and staffing.
The NAVCC Chief has direct oversight of the division's curatorial functions. The Chief oversees the development, delivery, assessment, and modification of the division's services and programs to assure that the division is a major contributor, national leader, and collaborator in audiovisual heritage and stewardship.
Ensures collection development is approached through a balanced, diverse, and sustainable portfolio. Seeks outside funding, assists in cultivating relationships with potential donors, and continuously seeks to improve the quality of the Library's collections and their accessibility. Ensures the division supports the vision of being a library for all, onsite and online, and builds services around the experience and needs of users.
Supervises employees performing work up to the GS-15 level. Interviews and selects candidates for vacancies, initiates promotions and special commendations, and performs performance appraisal and other human resource management functions relative to staff supervised. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, communicates clearly about short-term and longer-term priorities, including adjustments to priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff and clearly communicates these through the formal employee performance management system. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Provides advice and counsel to staff members and subordinate managers related to work and policy matters. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases. Reviews and approves leave requests and certifies time and attendance records for staff. Assures that subordinates are trained and comply fully with safety regulations and best practices in safeguarding the Library's collections.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various high-level individuals, other agencies, members of Congress, visiting dignitaries and distinguished members of the public. Establishes and maintains close cooperative working relationships with managers and senior officials of the Library of Congress, The Architect of the Capitol, other Federal agencies, and private industries in order to advance the NAVCC programs, objectives, and the smooth operation of the physical plant and work environment.
Represents NAVCC and the Library on inter-agency, national, and international special working groups, task forces, or expert panels on special projects or studies critical to the resolution of far-reaching strategic or service-related issues. May represent the Library in dealing with matters which extend beyond the assigned program of responsibility.
Responsible for the formulation and administration of policies affecting the mission of the Library. Develops, evaluates, and implements policy for division-wide programs. Explores and prepares long-range development plans, as well as short-term strategies.
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: https://www.loc.gov/static/portals/careers/documents/loc_supervisor_core_competencies.pdf
Conditions of Employment
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.
Career Showcase - Chief, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center (NAVCC)
This event was held virtually on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Access the recording by clicking here.
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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.
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) 9-1610 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.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation.
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 8.5, at: Senior Level Merit Selection Plan.
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.
Please carefully follow all instructions under the How to Apply tab to ensure that you are considered for the position.
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