Duties

The Film Lab Supervisor supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-12 level or below. Provides administrative and technical supervision relevant to the staff supervised. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets, and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work; assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Provides direction, inspiration, and guidance that nurture the strengths and talents relative to the staff supervised. Leads with a clearly articulated vision, ensuring that staff in the unit understand how their individual efforts contribute to the mission and goals of the NAVCC and the Library. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and tactfully, listens attentively and patiently that enables sharing valuable information, asking intelligent and relevant questions, soliciting input and ideas, and clarifying misunderstandings. Serves as an effective advocate for staff, getting the resources needed to complete work assignments, recognizing achievements and strengthening motivation by providing development opportunities and meaningful goals and challenges.

Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members. Observes workers’ performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and periodically officially evaluates employee performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. 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.

As a specialist in motion picture laboratory preservation, the incumbent establishes standard procedures to ensure the highest quality work for both photochemical and digital workflows.