89 SPEC Kit 352: Collection Assessment
YALE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Librarian for Assessment
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 Librarian 2 requires a minimum of two years of professional library
experience and professional accomplishments. Appointment at Library 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, with preference given to those with experience in a research library.
3. Proven ability to perform high-level business analytics, to interpret data, and to deliver
quality analysis in a fast-paced environment, preferably within a research library
environment.
4. Strong customer service orientation excellent analytical, organizational, management, oral and
written communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with
varied groups in a complex organization and to work collaboratively in a rapidly changing team
environment.
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.
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