Librarian for Assessment
Program Development & Research
Yale University Library
New Haven, CT www.yale.edu/jobs
Yale University Library
New Haven, CT www.yale.edu/jobs
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30-5:00)
Yale
University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in
New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New
York, New Haven is the creative
capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major
art museums, a critically acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art
concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama,
and Music.
Position Focus
The Librarian for Assessment provides leadership and vision for
assessment, measurement, planning and analysis throughout the Yale
University Library (YUL) and strives to ensure that these activities are
integral parts of the Library’s
programs, services, and collections. Oversees
and participates in assessment efforts throughout YUL; serves as an
internal consultant for data-gathering and assessment activities
conducted by other Library staff;
works with Library colleagues to analyze and report assessment data;
represents the Library in campus, regional and national assessment efforts;
evaluates the effectiveness of
Library assessment efforts and how they support the mission and
strategic goals of the Library and the University;
and recommends ways to strengthen the Library’s assessment and measurement programs.
This position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Program Development and Research.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES1. Directs assessment efforts within the Yale University Library. Initiates assessment activities and provides consultation for assessment work done by other Library staff and departments. Promotes awareness and communication of other related assessment efforts within the Library, University, and externally.
2.
Works
with Library IT and other organizations within the University and
external to it to gather and create tools that enable managers and staff
to make data-driven
decisions.
3.
Works
with the Director of Collection Development to research, design, and
test methodologies for collection assessment appropriate to the needs of
the Yale University
Library.
4.
Analyzes
assessment-related data and communicates assessment activities and
results to appropriate individuals and groups, including Library staff
and the Yale
campus community.
5.
Develops and maintains expertise in assessment methods, techniques and best practices.
6.
Establishes training and documentation programs for Library staff on use of appropriate assessment tools and methods.
7.
Evaluates
effectiveness of Library assessment activities on a regular basis and
makes recommendations on ways to strengthen assessment work, including
support needed.
Develops and fosters a culture of assessment within the Library.
8.
Contributes
to the profession and represents the Library and the University in the
academic, scholarly, and professional community. Responds to,
collaborates with
and participates as appropriate in other campus, regional and national
assessment-related efforts.Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited Library school. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in a related discipline may be required or substituted for an MLS. Appointment to this rank is limited to two years at which time it is expected that the individual will develop necessary requirements to meet expectations of performance at the Librarian 2 level.
Required Skills and Abilities
1. Appointment to the Librarian 2 level requires a minimum of two years of professional library experience and professional accomplishments. Appointment at the Librarian 3 level requires a minimum of five years professional experience and professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
2. Proven ability to use various database tools to provide staff with reports and information as requested, including using queries and scripting tools to display reports in web interfaces.
3.
Proven ability to perform high-level business
analytics, to interpret data, and to deliver quality analysis in a
fast-paced environment.
4.
Strong
customer service orientation. Excellent analytical skills. Strong
interpersonal and listening skills. Excellent organizational,
management, and oral and
written communication skills.
5.
Demonstrated
ability to work cooperatively with varied groups in a complex
organization and to work collaboratively in a rapidly changing team
environment. A firm
understanding of Library services and work process.
PREFEREED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS
Experience in a research library.Salary and Benefits
We
invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and
excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great
workplaces, Yale University offers
exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth.
Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of
insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and
educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits,
extensive recreational facilities, and much more.
Applications consisting of a
cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at
http://www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is
20111BR. Please be sure to reference #20111BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements
All
external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment
background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle
and credit checks based on
the position description and job requirements. Internal candidates may
be subject to a motor vehicle or credit check for this position based on
the position description and job requirements. All offers are
contingent on successful completion of the required
background check. Please visit
www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students
and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.