Summary

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This position is located in the Design Office, Center for Exhibits and Interpretation (CEI), Chief of Staff, Office of the Librarian. The incumbent of this position is responsible for planning the work of the Design and Printing Office, evaluating and recommending purchase of equipment and materials required; space requirements; and staffing. The incumbent is responsible for the printing, composing, editorial, design and graphic needs of the Library.

As the Chief, Design and Printing Office, you will:

• Provide administrative and technical supervision relative to the staff supervised.
• Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work.
• Establish guidelines and performance expectations for staff and clearly communicate these through the formal employee performance management system.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to program operating officials in the planning stages of printing projects on matters relating to cost effectiveness; interpretations of regulations and policies; and development of print formats.
• Evaluate the production program, observe the need for the change or adaptation of procedures, and recommend such changes.
• Oversee the organization, development, and implementation of multiple interactive components of both on-site and traveling exhibitions.
• Direct the design, programming, and technical support of interactive activities for visitors and patrons.
• Serve as a liaison with the GPO.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The position description number for this position is 389894.
• The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
• The incumbent of this position will work a Flexitime work schedule.
• This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position.
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Conditions of Employment

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: Supervisor Core Competencies

Qualifications

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 supervise and lead a diverse workforce.**

Knowledge of printing equipment, processes, and technologies used in managing a printing program.**

Ability to recommend and implement graphic design and user support policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.**

Ability to review the work products and services of others.

Ability to provide program management, evaluation, and oversight.

Ability to communicate in writing.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and serve as a liaison for an organization.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.

Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.

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. For more information, please see: https://www.loc.gov/careers/working-at-the-library/frequently-asked-questions/vetting-personnel-at-the-library/

The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.

Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. In addition, per Library of Congress Regulation 9-532, an appointee or internal selectee is subject to a one-year supervisory probationary period if this is their first supervisory/managerial position at the Library of Congress. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement.

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.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.