Head, Acquisitions and Outreach Section

The selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance. Occasional Saturday work in the Manuscript Reading Room is required. In addition, occasional evening displays or other special congressional events may require the incumbent's attendance or participation. Plans and directs the work of the Acquisitions and Outreach Section. Serves on the division's administrative team, ensuring coordination between the Acquisitions and Outreach Section and other units. Works closely with the Chief on administration and establishment of long-range goals and objectives for the division. Recommends actions affecting budgets, staff, and space. Participates in the development of grant proposals to foundations and individuals, and engages in personal contacts with potential Library donors. Makes both long-range plans and develops specific strategies for acquisitions, collection management, digitization, exhibitions, public programming and outreach. In so doing, identifies and in