Assistant State Librarian



Assistant State Librarian

Salary

$61,209.00 - $107,116.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

23-00798 LIB60083812

Department

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

State Library

Opening Date

02/06/2023

Closing Date

3/6/2023 5:00 PM Eastern

Position Number

60083812

Section

Library Administration

Work Location

Raleigh, Wake County

Salary Grade

NC19

Recruitment Range

$61,209 - $100,000

Description of Work

22-00798 ADM60083812
Recruitment Salary: $61,209 - $100,000
This position will be located at:
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27604 

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

The Assistant State Librarian functions as Chief Operating Officer for the State Library with direct daily oversight of and responsibility for the State Library's human resources management (approximately 70 employees), budget management (state budget and federal grant funds, especially LSTA funds allocated from the IMLS Grants to States program), facilities operations (two facilities in Raleigh), and procurement activities. This position leads and supervises the administrative office team, and communications team. This position is responsible for State Library operations in the absence of the State Librarian and is a member of the State Library's senior management team which provides strategic leadership for the State Library and the programs and services offered by the SLNC Government & Heritage Library, the SLNC Accessible Books and Library Services, and SLNC Library Development. This position represents the State Library at meetings and disseminates information through written communication and presentations and must be able to convey information clearly and concisely in writing and verbally. This position ensures that Library policies and procedures are consistent and state government and DNCR policy and practices and support the State Library's strategic goals.  

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provides leadership for strategic and operational planning and management of the State Library and its programs and services. 
  • Assures that State Library services and programs are consistent with established state policy and meet the State Library’s strategic goals. Works collaboratively with section chiefs to facilitate implementation of programs and services. 
  • Provides advice and guidance to section directors and supervisors on interviewing and hiring; orientation and training; administering the performance management system; coaching and counseling; and documenting performance issues.
  •  Leads biennial and annual budget development and fiscal year budget implementation to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely budget management to carry out the library’s strategic and operational priorities. 
  • Advises section directors and project managers on budget set-up, cost centers, account codes, state purchasing requirements, purchasing processes, E-Procurement System, contractual agreements, travel guidelines, etc. Counsels when budget adjustments are necessary. 
  • Participates in the management and planning of federal Library Services and Technology Act grant programs. Reviews grant proposals from the state’s public and academic libraries, and from State Library staff, and makes recommendations on grant awards. 
  • Guides staff in complex purchases and contracts. 
  • Serves as senior management liaison with DNCR Human Resources and Budget Offices. 
  • Provides leadership and coordination for the State Library’s internal and external communications initiatives. 
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

The Administration Section of the State Library of North Carolina (SLNC) is responsible for the management of the State Library, including the provision of administrative, budgetary, communications, and personnel services to State Library staff in support of State Library programs to external constituencies.

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z.  The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else – parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library, and Archives, historic preservation, land, and water stewardship, and more.  These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground.  Everyone is welcome.  The Department’s 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 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. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.  Visit: DNCR

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

  • Demonstrated experience overseeing and evaluating projects or practices/protocols to ensure compliance with organizational and government policies or regulations. 
  •  Demonstrated experience with budget development, implementation, and management. 
  • Demonstrated experience managing effective teams, projects, or programs. 
  • Demonstrated ability to convey information clearly and concisely in writing and via presentations. 
Management Preferences:
  • Experience leading internal and external communications initiatives. 
  • Experience leading successful change initiatives. 
  • Experience developing collaborative relationships to accomplish goals. 
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating and leading effective meetings.
  • Experience with building or facility management. 
  • Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze, and document information and data to identify trends and issues. 
  • Experience working with administering personal services contracts or managing complex government procurement transactions. 
  • Demonstrated management experience in a North Carolina library. 
  • Experience advising supervisors on human resources issues, guiding workforce development; and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. 
  • Experience writing, managing, reviewing, or administering grants or grant programs. 
  •  Applicants with Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Public Administration, or other related degrees also considered. Licensure or Credentials Required (if applicable

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.            

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





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.
 

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-$100,000?
  • 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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
05
Which best describes your years of experience working in a supervisory, consultative, and/or administrative role? (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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
06
Which best describes your years of experience overseeing and evaluating projects or practices/protocols to ensure compliance with organizational and government policies and/or regulations?(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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
07
Which best describes your years of experience with budget development, implementation, 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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
08
Which best describes your years of experience managing effective teams, projects, and/or programs? (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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
09
Which best describes your years of experience conveying information clearly and concisely in writing and/or via presentations? (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 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more

Required Question

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government