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ELUNA Content Working Group is hiring: Head of Assessment J. Murrey Atkins Libra
ELUNA Content Working Group is hiring: Head of Assessment J. Murrey Atkins LibraMediabistro • Charlotte, NC, United States
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ELUNA Content Working Group is hiring : Head of Assessment J. Murrey Atkins Libra

ELUNA Content Working Group is hiring : Head of Assessment J. Murrey Atkins Libra

Mediabistro • Charlotte, NC, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The J. Murrey Atkins Library at UNC Charlotte is seeking a Head of Assessment to lead library assessment and student engagement & success research. They will advise and serve as a resource for library administration including budget & finance planning, grant writing / grant support, librarian research support, and national & regional engagement. They will also lead special projects as assigned.

Essential Duties :

  • Leads library assessment and integrates assessment and evidence-based decision-making across the Library.
  • Coordinates data collection, storage, processing, and dissemination for decision-making and reporting.
  • Analyzes and reports quantitative and qualitative data gathered from various sources in the Library and across campus.
  • Collaborates on assessment research projects across the Library and supports assessment-focused data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings.
  • Explores and communicates new assessment methods, including analysis and data collection to library staff.
  • Provides consultation to library staff on assessment methods including usability testing, data collection and analysis.
  • Participates in the library’s Strategic Planning Committee; creating tools to assist the library in conducting strategic planning; developing and advising on the creation of strategic metrics; and contributes to annual reports relating to annual strategic plan accomplishments.
  • Develops and implements internal training on assessment methods, data collection and analysis, and technologies.
  • Works closely with campus OneIT on business intelligence systems, assessment data storage, and data security.
  • Coordinates the data collection for annual reports, strategic plans, and surveys.
  • Ensures a collegial, team-oriented work environment.
  • Displays excellent customer service and interpersonal skills when working with patrons and colleagues.
  • Plans for, hires, develops, and manages reporting personnel, including faculty, staff, student assistants, interns, and non-student temps.
  • Advises and serves as a resource for library administration related to budget / finance planning; grant writing and support; library-led research activities; and regional and national engagement.
  • Leads special projects as assigned.

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements :

Master’s degree in Library and / or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association.

Graduation with a master’s degree in a specialized area directly relevant to the position description may be an acceptable substitute in certain situations if approved by the Dean. A second masters in another discipline or an earned doctorate is highly desirable.

Preferred Education, Skills and Training Experience :

  • A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in an academic library, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Academic coursework or relevant professional experience in statistical methods, qualitative methods, and research design.
  • Documented experience in the development and implementation of assessment strategies in libraries, higher education, or other complex organizations.
  • Experience using a variety of quantitative and qualitative approaches to assessment such as user-centered design, ethnographic research, usability studies, or evaluation design.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform data analyses and to present complicated information in easy to understand formats, e.g. data visualization, charts, tables, etc.
  • Working knowledge of data visualization and statistical software tools.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Experience collecting and reporting statistics in a complex organization.
  • Experience with SQL and database structure.
  • Experience in project management.
  • Experience with supporting accreditation efforts in higher education.
  • Experience with national library assessment programs, e.g., LibQUAL+, Project Information Literacy, NSSE, Value of Academic Libraries.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the competencies ACRL has identified for assessment
  • coordinators [ACRL draft competencies –http : / / www.ala.org / acrl / sites / ala.org.acrl / files / content / standards / assessment_proficiencies]

    To apply :

    ONLY ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

    Go to https : / / jobs.charlotte.edu / and search Faculty Vacancies – Position #002167

    Or use direct link : https : / / jobs.charlotte.edu / postings / 63239

    The review of applications will begin June 13th, 2025. Anticipated start date is 08 / 01 / 2025.

    The candidate chosen for this position will be subject to a criminal background check and verification of academic credentials.

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