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Summary This position is located in the Logistics Services Division, Integrated Support Services Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. The position description number for this position is 460336. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule. This is a supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. Responsibilities Supervises employees performing work at the GS-12 and WG-8 levels and below. Provides the administrative and technical oversight necessary for accomplishing the work of the Asset Control Team and Transportation Services Unit. Sets strategic goals and ensures alignment with organization objectives. Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members, which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system. Observes workers' performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Develops work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as necessary. Provides advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests. Assures that subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of the safety regulations. Implements advanced training programs and leads initiatives to improve staff performance and morale. Participates in the recruitment, hiring, and training of new staff members. Manages, coordinates, tracks, and controls personal fixed property and/or equipment within a designated management area or a specialized field of supply operations for a major inventory management program. Leads comprehensive asset management strategies and enhancements including maintaining accurate records of asset acquisition, identification, location, and disposition. Ensures that all fixed personal property and equipment items are properly accounted for according to laws, regulations, and policies. Develops controls and procedures to ensure proper record keeping and disposal. Coordinates the Library's fixed asset management tracking program by collaborating with Service and Support Team Asset Control Liaisons and LOC management officials on annual asset surveys, determination of excesses, and redistribution of equipment. Performs a quarterly Fixed Asset Reconciliation inventory with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). Works with the Service and Support Team Asset Control Liaisons and OCFO in developing a yearly, fixed assets inventory list for accountability and inventory reconciliation purposes. Directs strategic decisions for equipment disposal and reutilization programs. Assures that agency meets federal regulations and cost saving objectives. Engages in high-level negotiations with the General Services Administration (GSA) and other agencies, influencing policy and procurement strategies. Functions as the Contracting Officer’s Representative for disposal and reutilization contracts, overseeing major contract management efforts and ensuring vendor alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Duties include but are not limited to: collaborating with the Library's Contracts and Grants Directorate to develop Statements of Work and other technical proposals to negotiate new or revised contracts or subcontracts for programs, equipment and services; understanding of contract clauses based on laws and the policies and procedures contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Communicates with assigned contractors; provides technical direction and guidance, monitors and evaluates contract performance using the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan; ensures satisfactory and timely delivery within the financial constraint of the contract; reports any deficiencies in contract performance or other instances of noncompliance with contract terms and conditions to the Contracting Officer (KO). Reviews and certifies contractor's invoice; makes sure all government transactions are validated and approved; communicates with the KO on at least a monthly basis. Directs overall vehicle fleet management strategy and optimization, ensuring that vehicles are clean, safe, and operational. Performs analysis on vehicle usage data and implements advanced fleet management technologies and practices to reduce costs and adjust fleet composition to better meet the needs of the customer. Prepares annual budget for the vehicle fleet. Works closely with the General Services Administration (GSA), ISS Finance Team, and LOC Contracting Office on a variety of issues. Represents the Library in high-level GSA interactions and fleet management conferences, furthering innovation and improvements to the Library’s vehicle fleet management program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Conditions of Employment The Supervisor leads his/her staff toward meeting the Library’s vision, mission, and goals by acting decisively, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, demonstrating flexibility and resilience, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, and fostering integrity and honesty. To view the Library’s Supervisory Core Competencies click the following link: https://www.loc.gov/static/portals/careers/documents/loc_supervisor_core_competencies.pdf Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to supervise and lead a diverse workforce.* Ability to provide vehicle fleet management and oversight.* Ability to provide asset control management.** Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions using analytical methods to improve programs and processes. Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education Additional Information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. All who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM. The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: https://www.loc.gov/careers/working-at-the-library/frequently-asked-questions/vetting-personnel-at-the-library/ The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement. Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. In addition, per Library of Congress Regulation 2010-12, an appointee or internal selectee is subject to a one-year supervisory probationary period, if this is his/her first supervisory/managerial position at the Library. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit. The selected applicant may be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-521, Ethics in Government Act of 1978.