VIRGINIA LIBRARY ASSN
Deputy State Librarian & Chief of Collections and Archives - Library of Virginia
VIRGINIA LIBRARY ASSN, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
DATE ENTERED: August 27, 2025
POSITION: Deputy State Librarian & Chief of Collections and Archives
LOCATION: Richmond, VA
APPLY BY: October 20, 2025
Overview
The Library of Virginia, in Richmond, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Deputy State Librarian and Chief of Collections and Archives (hereafter, Deputy). Reporting to the Librarian of Virginia, the Deputy serves as his principal library advisor and holds direct responsibility for overseeing the entire scope of the Library’s vast collections and archives, in both print and digital form, including their acquisition, access, preservation, stewardship, and exhibition. Responsibilities
Oversee the entire scope of the Library’s vast collections and archives, in both print and digital form, including their acquisition, access, preservation, stewardship, and exhibition. The Deputy serves in a dual capacity, both as the second-most senior leader in the Library of Virginia and also the head of the Collections and Archives division that is at the heart of the Library. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of executive leadership skills necessary to be a successful deputy to the Librarian of Virginia, along with expertise in collections and archives to enable a strategic revitalization in the division. About the Library / Qualifications
For more information about the Library of Virginia and the Deputy State Librarian search, including a full list of required and preferred qualifications and application instructions, can be found in the profile available at this link: https://www.academicsearch.org/LVADeputy Application
Nominations and expressions of interest may be submitted in confidence to LVADeputy@academicsearch.org . When submitting a nomination, please include the nominee’s name, position, institution, and contact information. The position is open until filled, but to assure full consideration, please submit applications by Monday, October 20, 2025. Inclusion and EEO
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 https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/pathways/PWContact.aspx 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. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Library of Virginia, in Richmond, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Deputy State Librarian and Chief of Collections and Archives (hereafter, Deputy). Reporting to the Librarian of Virginia, the Deputy serves as his principal library advisor and holds direct responsibility for overseeing the entire scope of the Library’s vast collections and archives, in both print and digital form, including their acquisition, access, preservation, stewardship, and exhibition. Responsibilities
Oversee the entire scope of the Library’s vast collections and archives, in both print and digital form, including their acquisition, access, preservation, stewardship, and exhibition. The Deputy serves in a dual capacity, both as the second-most senior leader in the Library of Virginia and also the head of the Collections and Archives division that is at the heart of the Library. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of executive leadership skills necessary to be a successful deputy to the Librarian of Virginia, along with expertise in collections and archives to enable a strategic revitalization in the division. About the Library / Qualifications
For more information about the Library of Virginia and the Deputy State Librarian search, including a full list of required and preferred qualifications and application instructions, can be found in the profile available at this link: https://www.academicsearch.org/LVADeputy Application
Nominations and expressions of interest may be submitted in confidence to LVADeputy@academicsearch.org . When submitting a nomination, please include the nominee’s name, position, institution, and contact information. The position is open until filled, but to assure full consideration, please submit applications by Monday, October 20, 2025. Inclusion and EEO
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 https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/pathways/PWContact.aspx 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. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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