DATE ENTERED: January 30, 2025 CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER Position #00241 (Full-Time), Ungraded/32
State Library Division Director; 91661
Salary Range: $150,000-$160,000 (commensurate with experience)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The Library of Virginia (LVA) is seeking an innovative and experienced technology leader to serve as its inaugural Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Reporting directly to the Librarian of Virginia and working collaboratively with senior leadership, library management, executive branch agencies, library staff, and other stakeholders, the CTO will provide strategic vision and operational leadership for all information technology and digital initiatives at LVA. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking approach to implementing technologies that enhance library operations and expand access to LVA’s extensive digital content for a global audience. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of IT and digital services at one of the nation’s most historically significant state libraries and archives. The CTO will lead the integration of IT best practices, develop innovative digital collections, and champion services that keep LVA at the forefront of library technology. The CTO will oversee the Information Technology (IT) and Digital Initiatives/Web Presence (DIWP) divisions, managing two direct reports and a combined staff of 17 professionals. LVA’s robust infrastructure includes 61 virtual servers, nearly 500TB of storage, and a network supporting both the main library building and the State Records Center. The IT division supports over 250 deployed computers, while the DIWP division is responsible for digital collections, web applications, digital engagement, and the management of critical systems like Alma, Primo, and Rosetta. The divisions also maintain and provide access to over 130 million digital collection files. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
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LEARN MORE ABOUT THE POSITION IN AN ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION We are hosting an information session for interested applicants in advance of the application review date. Please consider joining the session to learn more about the position, meet Dennis Clark, Librarian of Virginia, and get answers to your questions. Join our information session via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88287052212
The attendee list for the Zoom session will be hidden and those asking questions may do so anonymously. Live captioning will be provided. The session will be recorded and available the next day on https://www.lva.virginia.gov/about/employment/. Questions? Please contact [email protected] BENEFITS The Library of Virginia offers comprehensive Commonwealth of Virginia benefits including health insurance, vacation leave, sick leave, family/personal leave, paid parental leave, paid state holidays, short-term disability benefits, enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, and access to Employee Assistance Programs. Relocation assistance is available. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, candidates must submit a completed Virginia state employment application online at Chief Technology Officer - Richmond, Virginia, United States for position #00241. This position is open until filled. First review of applications: February 18, 2025. Questions should be directed to [email protected]. Please visit our website at www.lva.virginia.gov for additional information about the agency. Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact [email protected]. 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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Library of Virginia will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If you require accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [email protected]. An EEO/AA/ADA Employer
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The Library of Virginia will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration.
Employment verification and reference checks, to include current/previous supervisors, will be conducted.
Questions should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (804) 692-3582 or [email protected]. Please visit our website at http://www.lva.virginia.gov for additional information about the agency.
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