Chief Technology Officer

About the position

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. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of IT and digital services at one of the nation's most historically significant state libraries and archives. The CTO will lead the integration of IT best practices, develop innovative digital collections, and champion services that keep LVA at the forefront of library technology. The CTO will oversee the Information Technology (IT) and Digital Initiatives/Web Presence (DIWP) divisions, managing three direct reports and a combined staff of 17 professionals. LVA's robust infrastructure includes 61 virtual servers, nearly 500TB of storage, and a network supporting both the main library building and the State Records Center. The IT division supports over 250 deployed computers, while the DIWP division is responsible for digital collections, web applications, digital engagement, and the management of critical systems like Alma, Primo, and Rosetta. The divisions also maintain and provide access to over 130 million digital collection files.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership in leveraging information technology and digital initiatives to advance the Library of Virginia's (LVA) mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
• Develop, oversee, and manage the budget for all information technology and digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and fiscal responsibility.
• 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.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of technologists and digital library professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in delivering technology-driven solutions.
• Build and nurture collaborative relationships with internal and external users and strategic partners to achieve LVA's technology goals and enhance its service delivery.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities in library or information science, archival studies, or technology-related fields.

Benefits

• 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
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Relocation assistance