This position is located in the Signature Programs Office, Center for Learning, Literacy and Engagement, Office of Communications, Outreach and External Relations, Office of the Librarian. The position description number is 383994. The salary range reflects the locality pay for the Wash, D.C., Metro area. The incumbent will work a flextime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person selected under this vacancy.
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects and programs for a cultural heritage institution.** Ability to build relationships with diverse external organizations and internal stakeholders to accomplish organizational goals.** Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.** Ability to research, analyze, and gather requirements, and perform analytical studies.** Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
In conjunction with the Director of SPO, contributes to the formulation of a vision and strategic plan for the SPO, including the development of goals and objectives that will enable the SPO to accomplish its mission and bridge the gap between present and future organizational requirements. Actively participates in the planning and budgeting process and assesses performance improvement initiatives. Oversees the broader budget process on behalf of the Director of SPO, as needed. Works with the Director of SPO to implement organizational decisions and to build systems and infrastructure to enable the Center to build a foundation for success. Participates in strategies for implementing and tracking the priorities and objectives of SPO. Communicates to the Director of SPO and other managers when adjustments or changes in objectives or shifts in priorities have occurred. Assists senior management in developing plans, related strategic outcome statements and evaluating planning priorities in relation to the service unit and/or Library of Congress initiatives. Assists in refining and updating program plans consistent with service unit priorities. Directs various projects, taking them from original concept to final implementation. Defines project scope and objectives. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans and status reports. Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis. Manages various contracts in support of CLLE and SPO projects and programs. Ensures that projects have an agreed business case, defined outcomes and a benefits realization plan aligned to the organization’s mission and objectives. Acts as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for various contracts and is responsible for the successful execution/implementation of the outlined terms. Performs research and analysis tasks related to complex operational processes and systems of the major programs of SPO. The scope of the assessments may encompass large portions or the entirety of programs, or they may be limited to narrow aspects. Designs, recommends and develops data-based assessment plans and/or research methodologies that include guidance on the data to be collected and analyzed and the performance targets to be met. Expresses goals in measurable form that will allow assessment of goal achievement. Provides data analysis, data-based assessment and related reports to support the work performed by various specialists, contractors and others. The purpose of this analysis and assessment is to identify strengths and weaknesses in SPO processes. Assesses and proposes solutions to broad and complex program issues for which previous studies and established management techniques may have proved inadequate. Prepares recommendations for policy to change the way programs are carried out; evaluates the content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon agency programs and resources; and/or in translating basic legislation into program goals, actions, and services. Analyzes emerging technology that could be leveraged in support of the business processes and information systems used by CLEE and SPO which include Library of Congress systems and external systems. Makes recommendations for the acquisition and/or implementation of new technology based on market research and emerging trends in the industry. Manages those in the SPO internships and Junior Fellows program, including selection and placement. Consults with all levels of management and staff inside and outside of the service unit. Works closely with the Director of SPO, managers and staff to ensure concerns are met. Conducts briefings and presentations to managers and staff inside and outside the Library regarding program matters. Serves on committees, task forces, etc., which have been assigned responsibility for related projects or tasks. Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external entities. Stays current on issues, practices, and trends in data analysis as it relates to SPO goals and activities. Provides advice and assistance to senior management in identifying the kinds and types of data, measures, and outcomes needed to produce plans in accord with the Library of Congress strategic goals, targets, and priorities. Independently drafts memos, correspondence, reports, presentation materials and other complex analytical documents. Coordinates with or leads others to integrate analysis and findings into reports and other public presentation documents. Ensures the strategic objectives conform to measurement standards and provides assistance to senior management in the preparation of the risk assessments and mediation plans, corrective action plans and related reports.