Title: Assistant Director of the Library and Resource Center - #BVI00046

State Role Title: Gen Admin Supv I/Coord I

Hiring Range: Salary up to mid $80,000s commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

“Lead, innovate, and make an impact—DBVI is hiring an Assistant Director for our Library and Resource Center!

Why Join Us?
✅ Purpose-driven work
✅ Inclusive, supportive teams
✅ Great state benefits

Job Duties:

The Division of Services will provide a quality program of individualized rehabilitation services, educational consultation, technical assistance, and instruction that will empower eligible individuals to achieve their desired levels of independence consistent with their abilities and informed choices.

We are seeking an Assistant Director of the Library and Resource Center to support the Director of Education and Library Services in managing the facility and staff on a daily basis. This position also oversees the provision of educational materials and adaptive equipment to eligible students, ensures customer-focused library services for eligible NLS patrons, and provides support to Virginia Subregional Libraries, Virginia school systems, and Early Intervention programs.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performance Management
• Management
• Federal Equipment Administration
• Facility Automation 
• Facility Management

Additional responsibilities include:

• Completing duties and projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Supervisory experience, including mentoring staff/volunteers and delegating tasks to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Training/experience in storekeeping, inventory control.
• Experienced with automated database, data management tools, as well as migrating databases.
• Training and/or experience in networks and microcomputers.
• Experience with technical support.
• Knowledge of microcomputers, technology, hardware and software.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of inventory control methods.

Ability/Skills:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Technical and electronic knowledge.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals.

Additional Considerations:

N/A

Special Instructions:

• This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. 
• A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.
• The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment (Va. Code § 2.2-3114.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.