Description:
The Supervisory Librarian is responsible for leading Smithsonian Institution’s research libraries which provide pan-institutional research and collections services. The position will direct staff to select and manage nearly 3 million SLA print and electronic collections and other resources held by the Research & Scholarly Services (RSS).
In this position, you will:
- Conducts the full range of supervisory functions for RSS library staff, including supervisory and non-supervisory positions. Oversees the establishment of goals, articulation of priorities, development of schedules and checklists, and the assignment of tasks. Monitors activities within the units to ensure that desired goals are achieved. Formulates goals and priorities to ensure most efficient use of personnel and available funds. Regularly reviews and evaluates overall performance to ensure that quality standards and established deadlines are met.
- Monitors changing professional, technological and workplace events with a view to taking the best advantage of new developments and opportunities for enhancing the efficient operation of the department. Interprets trends and assesses impacts of trends in technical and automated library services initiatives. Makes recommendations on the development of innovative programs and initiatives and supports traditional services as appropriate.
- Supports the budgetary mission of SLA through effective management of program and budgetary resources. Oversees the budget for SLA Research & Scholarly Services. Manages annual federal, trust, endowment, and gift budgets of approximately $7M for department budgets are managed and expensed within SI guidelines and policies.
- The SLA Director independently plans work, and exercises considerable authority in the administration of technical and automated library service units, interpreting both SI and SLA missions, objectives, policies, procedures, etc. Develops SLA policy and provide guidance for managing and preserving SI’s significant library collections and supervise subject matter expert Library staff who manage the collections across the entire SI.
- Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
- May need to complete a Probationary Period
- Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
- Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.