The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Agricultural Library (NAL), Beltsville, Maryland, seeks an innovative and dynamic leader for a full-time permanent Director position ($117,787- $177,000). NAL is one of four national libraries of the United States with locations in Beltsville, Maryland and Washington, D.C. NAL houses one of the world’s largest and most accessible agricultural information collections. It serves as the nexus for a national network of state land-grant, USDA field and other agricultural libraries and information centers which employ advanced information technology solutions to provide continuous access to scientific information and ensure the preservation of resources in agriculture and related sciences.
The successful candidate will possess excellent leadership and communication skills and a compelling vision for strategic approaches to the development and operation of next generation library and information systems and services. This challenging and highly visible position, with national and international responsibilities, requires a broad knowledge of issues in information management, a passion for public service, and demonstrated skill in fostering collaborations. For additional information visit,
http://www.nal.usda.gov/. Applicants must meet mandatory qualifications, as specified in the vacancy announcements (ARS-SES:09-04 or ARS:SES:09-05), and address specific executive core and technical qualifications. Applicants should only respond to the vacancy announcement that best meets his/her educational background. Some citizenship restrictions apply. Interested candidates should obtain the position announcement from
www.afm.ars.usda.gov/divisions/hrd/, beginning Monday, June 8, 2009.
USDA/ARS is an equal opportunity employer and provider.