Deputy Program Manager - LAC Group

Location: USA - DC - Washington DC

LAC Group seeks an experienced Deputy Program Manager (DPM) for a position with a prestigious government library located in the Washington, D.C. area. The DPM will be responsible for the library outreach and communication services. Work will be performed on-site with occasional telework offered. This is an ongoing, full time (40 hour a week; Monday-Friday) benefited contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the point of contact responsible and accountable for contractor performance
• Focal point for ensuring that all deliverables exceed expectations and are submitted in a timely manner
• Maintain close coordination with the client and make sure all performance requirements are met
• Management of information services team
• Provide reference assistance
• Work with the Program Manager in the development of special tasks and project assignments.

Qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited institution
• Progressively responsible experience providing leadership in a library setting, familiarity with the application of technology across the spectrum of library services, and the ability to steer large-scale projects to completion.
• Minimum 1 year of management experience
• Experience supporting a Program Manager or in a position providing leadership for a functional area in the planning, implementation, and delivery of virtual library, digital preservation, and knowledge management services.
• Previous experience with federal libraries and a background in scientific and technical information are highly desirable.
• Experience with SIRSI preferred

LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer who values diversity in the workplace.