Presidential Library Director

Commander, Navy Installations Command

$90K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of leadership experience in historical, archival, museum, or cultural organizations.
  • Proven ability in policy development and strategic planning.
  • Experience in budget formulation and program accountability.
  • Demonstrated alignment with civic literacy and public engagement initiatives.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with external stakeholders including cultural and academic institutions.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct library operations, including management of extensive archival collections.
  • Set policies for archival operations and conservation of collections.
  • Develop public and education programs to enhance civic literacy and historical understanding.
  • Cultivate partnerships with academic and cultural organizations for joint programming.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with the former President's family and related foundations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive federal employee benefits package.
  • Eligibility for telework and flexible work schedules.
  • Possible recruitment incentives for highly qualified candidates.
  • Opportunity for continuing education and professional development.
Full Job Description
Summary

This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration. As a Presidential Library Director, at one of the following libraries: Lyndon B Johnson Presidential Library, William J Clinton Presidential Library, and Dwight Eisenhower Presidential Library, you will report to the Director for the Office of Presidential Libraries. Incumbent is responsible for leadership, policy and program development, program accountability, budget formulation and strategic planning for the library.

Duties

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As a Presidential Library Director, you will:

  • Plan and direct the programs and activities of the library, which contains the papers and collections of the President, including Presidential records for the period of his or her tenure; the papers of persons such as cabinet officers, heads of Federal agencies, members of Congress, political leaders, as well as national political organizations; selected records of federal agencies; a library of books, pamphlets, periodicals, and other printed materials; audiovisual materials including motion and still pictures, slides, sound recordings, and other such materials; and collections of artifacts and memorabilia all related to the President and his or her times.
  • Set policy for the operation of the Library's archives and artifacts, encourage use of materials and care and conservation of the collection.
  • Direct the development and implementation of public and educational programs relevant to the mission of the library, including digital or partner-based exhibits, multi-media productions, learning and teaching materials and experiences, public presentations, workshops, symposia, conferences and seminars, observances and other special events - all designed to promote civic literacy, increase knowledge of and connection to history, and establish historical context/relevance to current issues.
  • Maintain liaison and develop cooperative working relationships with academic, cultural and non-profit organizations to develop joint programs related to the holdings of the library.
  • Maintain close working relationship with the former President's family and serves as primary NARA interface with the Foundation and/or Institute.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume.

  • Must complete a 1-year SL probationary period, unless previously completed.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • Must complete a SL Personnel Financial Disclosure Report annually.


Key Requirements:

  1. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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  3. Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals.


Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Mandatory Qualifications Requirements: To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your 2-page resume. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence you may not receive consideration for the position. Experience must be at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the GS-15 level in the Federal Service.

Note: We no longer accept separate narrative statements specifically addressing the Technical Qualifications (TQs). Technical Qualifications (TQs) must be demonstrated within your 2-page resume.

Technical Qualifications (TQs). TQs are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. All applicants must clearlydemonstrate in their two-page resume, experience and accomplishments related to the TQs below:

  • TQ 1: Demonstrated experience developing cooperative working relationships with external stakeholders, including private support organizations, the academic community, and professional and cultural organizations, to further the mission of your organization.
  • TQ 2: Demonstrated experience directing a historical, archival, cultural, museum, or educational institution.
  • TQ 3: Demonstrated experience in providing leadership, policy development, program accountability, budget formulation, and strategic planning for an organization.


Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
  • This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Archives and Records Administration.
  • Veterans' preference is not applicable.
  • This is a non-bargaining unit position.
  • We offer opportunities for telework per agency policy.
  • We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
  • A recruitment incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates, subject to budget availability and agency approval.
  • This position is an excepted service Senior Level (SL) appointment within the Federal Government and serves at the pleasure of the Archivist of the United States.
  • This announcement is filling three positions for the following libraries listed below:

    • one position for Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum
    • one position for the William J. Clinton Library and Museum
    • one position for the Dwight Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum


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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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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.

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