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Job Description

Position Description The Auraria Library seeks a creative, flexible, and innovative individual who is able to provide leadership in developing comprehensive and sustainable assessment and evaluation programs; to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; to work independently and collegially with internal and external campus constituents; and who will contribute to a customer service oriented Library. Reporting to the Associate Director of Technical Services, this position will collaborate with a wide range of Library units to evaluate, recommend, and implement processes and procedures for measuring the effectiveness of Library-wide activities, such as user services, collections, technology, and physical and virtual spaces. Building on an existing culture of assessment, in this newly created position the Assessment Librarian will serve as an expert resource and engage with Library departments and units to analyze and report assessment data; to represent Auraria Library in campus, regional and national assessment efforts; to document the Library’s value and impact; and to develop a comprehensive evaluation program that ensures continuous improvement and encourages evidence-based strategic planning and decision making. The Assessment Librarian is a member of the Auraria Library’s tenure-track faculty. Significant parts of the responsibilities of this position are scholarly activity, creative work, and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado, Denver. Responsibilities • Foster and enhance a culture of assessment throughout the Library. • Collaborate with Library, institutional, and campus colleagues to create, conduct, coordinate and maintain standing and ad hoc assessment processes to establish strategic plan performance measures and benchmarks. Monitor progress toward achievement of goals and objectives, and recommend adjustments as necessary. • Evaluate, identify and execute the most effective assessment data and instruments, such as usage data, user surveys, questionnaires, and focus group interviews. • Document procedures to ensure that measurement methods are administered consistently and continuously. • Educate and train Library staff as necessary on the development and use of assessment tools and methods. • Ensure that assessment data are collected, analyzed, and accessible to Library staff and reported to outside parties, such as campus, regional, and national surveys. • Assist in the development of actionable improvement/enhancement plans that are based upon the collected and available data. • Identify ways to measure and communicate the effectiveness, contribution, and value of Library services with on and off campus constituents, such as university administrators and prospective donors. • Maintain expertise in assessment methods, techniques, and best practices through ongoing professional development and collaboration with institutional colleagues.

Additional Info & Requirements

Position Classification and Salary: This is a tenured/tenure-track faculty position with a minimum salary of $60,000 commensurate with skills, experience, and rank. To be appointed with tenure, one must be tenured at a comparable academic institution and meet the Auraria Library\'s criteria for tenure and promotion. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility is located at http://www.cusys.edu/pbs Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process. The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees prior to their employment. The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The Immigration Reform and Control Act require that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.Qualifications Required •Master’s degree in Library or Information Science, or terminal degree in statistics, statistical analysis, mathematics, economics, demography, research design and methodology or related field. •Demonstrated professional experience with developing assessment/evaluation programs. •Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative and qualitative assessment methodologies. •Expertise in relevant software applications, such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and SPSS/SAS. •Knowledge and understanding of key issues and trends that affect academic libraries or higher education. •Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills with the ability to summarize and present assessment data by translating them into meaningful information. •Ability to work well within a team environment with diverse groups of library faculty and staff. •Ability to conduct research and scholarly work and provide and be involved in professional service. Preferred •Relevant experience in an academic or research library •Experience working with library-specific assessment tools in an academic or research library, such as LibQual+, Lib-Value, or MINES. •Experience using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), Electronic Resources Management System (ERMS), and Usage Statistics services, such as Innovative Interfaces Inc.’s Millennium and ERM software and Swets’ Scholarly Stats.

The Community

The downtown campus is located in the heart of the city\'s commercial, cultural and recreational district. Its location in downtown Denver attracts a diverse population, comprising primarily commuters, and a growing residential student housing population that has evolved to provide students with a dynamic undergraduate experience. This diversity is enriched by our commitment to a philosophy of inclusion, embedded in all aspects of campus life from its community members, curriculum, research and community service, allowing for the creation of a learning environment that welcomes, embraces, sustains and celebrates the unique and shared experiences of faculty, staff and students. The Library is dedicated to providing an environment which stimulates and nourishes the growth of ideas. This is accomplished through collections and services that support the curriculum, ranging from vocational training to doctoral programs. For more information about the Library and the campus, visit: http://library.auraria.edu

HR Info

Elaine.Jurries@ucdenver.eduApplications are only accepted online at www.jobsatcu.com. To apply please go to http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/71023 and submit the following: •A cover letter detailing why their skills and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position. •A current CV/resume that includes dates of employment. •The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references •Sample of quantitative and qualitative assessment outcome, such as an internal/external report or published article. Although this position is open until filled, review of applications will begin October 1, 2013.