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National Archives and Records Administration

Director, Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum_

National Archives and Records Administration, Austin, Texas, United States, 78703


Summary This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration. Serves as Director of the Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum. Incumbent is responsible for planning, directing, and administering all programs and activities of the library and museum. The library presents the era of the President to scholars, students, journalists, producers of mass media, public officials, and to the general public. Responsibilities As Director, Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum, you will: - Be responsible for planning, directing, and administering all programs and activities of the library and museum. - Plan and direct the archival program and activities of the library, which contains the papers of Lyndon Johnson, including his Presidential materials for the period of his tenure, his Vice Presidential materials and materials from his service in the House and Senate; the papers of persons such as cabinet officers, heads of Federal agencies, members of Congress, political leaders, as well as national political organizations; books and audiovisual materials for the period of his tenure and collections of museum objects and memorabilia related to the President and his times. - Direct the development and implementation of exhibitions and public and educational programs relevant to the mission of the library, which are designed to increase knowledge of and connection to history, and establish historical context/relevance to current issues. - Maintain close working relations with the former President's family and the LBJ Foundation, particularly in developing and sustaining partnership ventures and programs that enhance the growth and reputation of the library as a dynamic museum and center of public scholarship and service. - Develop cooperative working relationships with academic, cultural and non-profit organizations, including the University of Texas, to develop joint initiatives related to the holdings of the library. - Provide leadership, policy development, program accountability, budget formulation, strategic planning for the library in context with NARA's overall strategic plan and annual budget operating plans and budget. Requirements Conditions of Employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume. Must complete a 1-year SL probationary period, unless previously completed. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. Must complete a SL Personnel Financial Disclosure Report annually. Key Requirements: Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals Public Trust background investigation will be required. All Technical Professional Qualifications (TPQs) noted in the "Qualifications" section. In addressing these mandatory qualifications, elaborate on your accomplishments, experience, training, education, and awards, highlighting the problems solved and work objectives met, i.e., the results of your effort and evidence of your success. Do not repeat entries from your narrative work history. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible experience directly related to the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined under Mandatory Technical Qualifications. Mandatory Qualifications Requirements: To meet minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the following technical competencies. These competencies would typically be gained through experience, education, and training that reflects progressive development and achievement in managing a Federal legal program for a nationwide organization. An individual's total experience and education must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. TECHNICAL PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (TPQs) All applicants must address how their knowledge and experience relates to the following TPQs. PLEASE LIMIT YOUR RESPONSE TO ONE (1) SINGLE SPACED PAGE PER TPQ WITH THE FONT SIZE NO SMALLER THAN POINT 12. TPQ 1: Describe your experience developing cooperative working relationships with external stakeholders, including private support organizations, the academic community, and professional and cultural organizations, to further the mission of your organization. TPQ 2: Describe your experience directing a historical, archival, cultural, museum, or educational institution. TPQ 3: Describe your experience in providing leadership, policy development, program accountability, budget formulation, and strategic planning for an organization. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Archives and Records Administration. This is a non-bargaining unit position, We offer opportunities for telework per Agency policy. We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. This position is an excepted service Senior Level (SL) appointment within the Federal Government and serves at the pleasure of the Archivist of the United States.