Director of Accessible Books & Library Services



Director of Accessible Books & Library Services

Salary

$61,209.00 - $107,116.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

22-10781 ADM60083868

Department

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

State Library

Opening Date

08/24/2022

Closing Date

9/21/2022 5:00 PM Eastern

Position Number

60083868

Section

Accessible Books & Library Services

Work Location

Raleigh, Wake County

Salary Grade

NC19

Recruitment Range

$61,209-$89,000

Description of Work


Learn about employee perks/benefits: https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits    

22-10781 ADM60083868
Recruitment Salary: $61,209 - $89,000
This position will be located at:
1841 Capital Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27604  

The Director of the State Library of North Carolina Accessible Books and Library Services (SLNC ABLS) is an innovative, collaborative, and knowledgeable leader who establishes the direction and goals for SLNC ABLS, and ensures that SLNC ABLS services, programs, staff positions, and resources support and align with State Library, NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR), and State of N.C. needs and priorities. The Director serves as Regional Librarian for North Carolina as SLNC ABLS is part of the network of libraries with the Library of Congress’s National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. The Director values and regards diversity and accessibility and represents the needs and interests of a variety of people and backgrounds in North Carolina, and prioritizes employee engagement and iterative processes to evolve services to meet a broad range of user needs.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provides leadership in the development of goals, programs and services for the State Library and Accessible Books and Library Services to efficiently carry out its mission, meet its mandated functions, and effectively serve individuals in the state who are unable to use traditional print materials due to visual, physical, or reading disability. 
  • Works in collaboration with and ensures compliance with policies and standards of the National Library Service (NLS) for the Blind and Physically Handicapped of the Library of Congress and other applicable rules, regulations and policies by serving as Regional Librarian for North Carolina for NLS.
  • Supervises and develops staff to carry out work of section. Prepares annual work plans, monitors work performance and administers the performance management system according to OSP and DNCR procedures. 
  • Directs and advises SLNC ABLS supervisors in performance management activities. Recruits, selects and hires new employees according to OSP and DNCR policies and procedures; advises SLNC ABLS supervisors in the hiring of new employees. 
  • Administers funds allocated to the SLNC ABLS; reviews and approves all travel, training and procurement activities; directs and advises project managers in preparing and managing grant budgets. 
  • Ensures that library programs and staffing reflect established and newly evolving library technologies, programs and procedures, and leads change to ensure that SLNC ABLS and the State Library continues to provide innovative, user-driven library resources, programs, and services over time to North Carolinians who cannot read standard print due to a visual or physical disability. 
  • Communicates with Department staff, Friends group, state agencies, NLS, project partners, users, vendors and more about Library programs, resources, and services and more through meetings, presentations, written reports, webinars, and more. 
  • Identifies, develops and strengthens collaborative relationships and partnerships to accomplish Library or Department goals. 
  • Identifies grant sources, writes grant proposals, and oversees and advises staff in writing grant proposals to obtain funding for statewide projects.
The State Library of North Carolina provides exceptional library service and exceptional service to libraries, helping North Carolinians live more abundant and purposeful lives. The State Library enriches the lives of North Carolinians through access to information resources, strengthens communities through exceptional library services, and inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all North Carolinians.
For more information visit:
Website: statelibrary.ncdcr.gov   Twitter: @StateLibraryNC   Facebook: @StateLibraryNC

Accessible Books and Library Services (ABLS) provides library programs and services to North Carolinians who cannot read standard print due to a visual or physical disability. SLNC ABLS is a part of the network of regional libraries operated by the Library of Congress National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) that performs the functions of a public library. The library circulates 800,000 volumes annually to over 12,000+ eligible patrons through special deposit collections in libraries, hospitals, rest homes, and other institutions and the direct delivery of specially designed playback equipment and books and magazines in large print, Braille, and audio formats to individuals directly free of charge via U.S. Mail. The library manages a volunteer services program, records local North Carolina publications and magazines for circulation, publishes and distributes quarterly library newsletters, and sponsors reading and other library programs and a descriptive video service with support from the Friends group. SLNC ABLS is committed to removing barriers to access and ensuring that collections and services reflect diverse perspectives.

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources' (DNCR) vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational and economic future of North Carolina. Our mission is to improve quality of life by creating opportunities to experience excellence in the arts, history, libraries and nature throughout North Carolina.  The Department works to stimulate learning, inspire creativity, preserve the state's history, conserve the state's natural heritage, encourage recreation and cultural tourism, and promote economic development.  Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history by expanding engagement with diverse individuals and communities. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.
Please visit our website a www.ncdcr.gov
 for more information.      
 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

  • Demonstrated experience with the practices, policies, trends and issues in library services and library administration. 
  • Demonstrated experience with budget planning and/or management.
  • Demonstrated experience with program and/or project planning, management, and/or evaluation.
Management Preferences:
  • Demonstrated ability to convey information clearly and concisely in writing, verbally, and through public and virtual presentations.
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate changes within scope of strategic plan.
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships to meet department goals. 
  • Demonstrated ability to develop new partnerships and support existing partnerships. 
  • Management experience in a public library, a Library of Congress National Library Service (NLS) library for the Blind and Print Disabled, or an organization providing service to individuals with a visual, physical, or reading disability.
  • Volunteer or professional experience providing services or resources to individuals with a visual, physical, or reading disability. 
  • Demonstrated experience writing and managing grant projects. 
  • Demonstrated experience reviewing and evaluating grant applications. 
  • Demonstrated experience with building and/or facility management.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master's degree in library and information science or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of professional librarian experience, three of which should have been in a supervisory, consultative, or administrative capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.
 
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. 
  
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. 
 
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. 
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.  Please call the human resources office for assistance.
 
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
 
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks.  
 
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.   We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources

Division Address:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources
4603 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-4603
Phone:  919-814-6670
 
Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.           



For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.


For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

 

01
I understand that DNCR requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application. Resume will not be accepted in lieu of work history portion of this application.)
  • Yes
  • No
02
If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $61,209 – $89,000
  • Yes
  • No
03
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education? (This must be documented in the Education section of your application in order to receive credit).
  • Less than a High School Diploma
  • GED/High School Diploma
  • High School + Some College/University
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Professional Certificate/License
04
Which best describes your years of experience as a professional librarian? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit.)
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more
05
Which of the following answers best describes your level experience in a supervisory, consultative, or administrative capacity as a professional librarian? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit.)
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
06
Which best describes your years of experience with the practices, policies, trends and issues in library services and library administration? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit.)
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more
07
Which best describes your years of experience with program and/or project planning, management, and/or evaluation? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit.)
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more
08
Which best describes your years of experience with budget planning and/or management? (This must be documented in the work history portion of this application in order to receive credit.)
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more

Required Question

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State of North Carolina
Address
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government