Chief Technology Officer

CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER Position #00241 (Full-Time), Ungraded/32 State Library Division Director; 91661 Salary Range: $150,000-$160,000 (commensurate with experience) Open to the General Public: April 10, 2025 – April 24, 2025 SPECIAL NOTE:

This is a readvertisement. Applicants who applied in the previous recruitment,

must

reapply to be considered.

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.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership:

Provide visionary leadership in leveraging information technology and digital initiatives to advance the Library of Virginia’s (LVA) mission, vision, and strategic objectives. Budget Management:

Develop, oversee, and manage the budget for all information technology and digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and fiscal responsibility. Technology Oversight:

Establish and implement processes to maintain a cutting-edge technology infrastructure and digital initiatives, benchmarking against global best practices while continuously evaluating and addressing user needs. Team Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of technologists and digital library professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in delivering technology-driven solutions. Collaborative Engagement:

Build and nurture collaborative relationships with internal and external users and strategic partners to achieve LVA’s technology goals and enhance its service delivery. Innovation and Development:

Design and implement frameworks and resources to introduce and integrate new technologies and services that deliver outstanding user experiences and facilitate access to the Library’s collections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Proven experience in managing technology infrastructure and/or digital collections within libraries, archives, or museums, demonstrating a deep understanding of the unique needs of cultural heritage institutions. Extensive experience supervising staff, fostering professional growth, and building cohesive, high-performing teams. A strong track record of leading and delivering technology-intensive projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex ideas in writing, conversation, and presentations, tailored to both general and specialized audiences.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

Advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master’s degree in library or information science, archival studies, or technology-related fields.

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 to the General Public: April 10, 2025 – April 24, 2025. Questions should be directed to

humanresources@lva.virginia.gov . Please visit our website at

www.lva.virginia.gov

for additional information about the agency.

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.

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

humanresources@lva.virginia.gov . Please visit our website at

http://www.lva.virginia.gov

for additional information about the agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr