University of Texas at Austin Looking for Assessment & Analytics Librarian, UT Libraries at Austin, TX  Full Time

Job Posting Title:

Assessment & Analytics Librarian, UT Libraries

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Hiring Department:

UT Libraries

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Nov 06, 2023

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas Libraries welcomes and respects all individuals and communities by valuing and consciously maintaining awareness of diverse perspectives and experiences. We believe inclusivity is critical to fostering excellence in all of our endeavors, and we promote diversity in our collections and services, as well as in our recruiting, hiring, and retention practices.

Purpose

This position is part of a small team that works collaboratively to design and implement assessment strategies that allow UT libraries to make well-informed decisions, communicate our impact, and continuously improve.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with other library units to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in order to identify and prioritize evolving user needs and formulate recommendations for improvement.
• Creates data visualizations to communicate assessment results.
• Assists with data collection and report preparation for various organizations (ARL, ACRL, IPEDS, etc.) and from a variety of platforms (Alma/Primo, LibInsight, Qualtrics, etc.).
• Consults with library colleagues about following best practices and implementing effective methods for assessment planning, data gathering and analysis, and ways to use findings that drive continuous improvement.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of tools and processes to collect and store library data.
• Designs and leads assessment training sessions for colleagues and campus constituents as needed.
• Serves on Libraries and University committees and working groups, and participates in local, state and/or national professional organizations.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• MLS or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of applied quantitative and qualitative assessment methodologies.
• Expertise in relevant software applications, including Excel or statistical analysis software.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage complex workflows.
• Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated willingness to respond to opportunities with initiative and creative energy.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, especially when presenting data.
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends that affect academic libraries and higher education.
• Experience using data visualization tools and techniques to communicate assessment results.
• Experience analyzing data generated from integrated library systems and other relevant platforms.
• Experience in project management, data analysis, and formulating recommendations for improvement.
• Demonstrated potential for leadership in university, state, national, and international programs and initiatives.
• Experience working appropriately with sensitive and confidential materials and situations.
• Demonstrated experience with relationship building, internally and externally.

Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all of the qualifications. We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.

Salary Range

$52,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Typical library conditions.

Work Shift

Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. as arranged with manager. Flexible work arrangements available with up to 3 remote days/week.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
• Letter of interest

During your application, you will be asked the following questions:

• Please give an example of a time you have used data to help you make a decision or change something you were doing. What data did you use, and how did it help you?
• What is one of your favorite assessment methods, and why do you like using it?
• What do you see as the role of library assessment in regard to diversity and inclusivity?

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.