Associate Librarian - User Experience & Assessment

39287BR

Library

Position Description

The Libraries at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month tenure-track, Associate Librarian to begin March 1, 2025. This tenure-track position reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries for Resources Management, Systems, Collections, UX/Assessment. They are responsible for coordinating the Libraries ' user experience and assessment efforts encompassing both the online and physical library environments as well as library activities and services. Working collaboratively with various user groups and library personnel, the UX/Assessment Librarian will be responsible for the development and implementation of programs, activities and projects designed to improve overall library user experience; as well as data collection to assess library services, activities and collections in support the University strategic plan. They are expected to participate in local, regional and national organizations as appropriate. As a library faculty member, the UX/Assessment Librarian is expected to engage in scholarly pursuits, service activities and other professional endeavors in accordance with Texas Tech Libraries' standards for promotion and tenure.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

Texas Tech University Libraries serve as a vital partner with students and faculty in their learning endeavors. The University Libraries' system comprises: (1) University Library, (2) Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, (3) Architecture Library, and (4) Peters Family Legacy Library. The central focus of the Texas Tech University Libraries is to make available 3.72 million physical volumes, electronic resources, special collections and archives, and to offer services to students and faculty that enable academic and research success.

About the Department/School/Area

User Experience (UX)/Assessment is a unit within the Resources Management, Systems, Collections and UX/Assessment Department. The department is comprised of six tenure track faculty, three Lead Associates and 20 staff members. In addition to user experience and assessment activities, the department is responsible for metadata/cataloging, database maintenance, library systems and discovery, electronic resources, collection development and the library materials budget.

Major/Essential Functions

• Leads UX/Assessment activities which directly impact library spaces, services and online presence.
• Applies knowledge of usability/assessment methods, focus groups, surveys. and basic analytics to collect data that provides understanding of the library services and user experience.
• Identifies library stakeholder groups, gathers data on their use of library services, resources, spaces and web presence.
• Reports findings to library administration and teams, to be applied in user centered /data driven decisions which improve user experiences with Library services, spaces, collections and online presence.
• Supervises UX/Assessment staff.
• Collaborates with various Library Teams and will serve as a member of UX/Website, Discovery and Assessment Teams.
• Utilize stakeholder input to collaborate on and contribute to the creation, development and implementation of innovative projects and services available through the TTU Libraries websites, content management systems and digital repositories.
• Stay abreast of trends related to library assessment and usability methods, user-centered design, as well as website and discovery system interface enhancements.

• Contribute to the mission of the Texas Tech University Libraries
• Engage in scholarly pursuit and other professional activities in accordance with Texas Tech Library's standards for promotion and tenure
  • Develop a record of scholarly publications
  • Serve on university and library committees
  • Serve as a member of various local, regional and national professional committees
• Engage with TTU faculty, students and staff to determine user expectations and assess their needs with respect to the libraries' online presence, services and physical spaces
• Work cooperatively with faculty and staff to conduct projects that fulfill the mission of Texas Tech University and the University Libraries
• Lead the libraries' assessment efforts
• Represent the University Libraries in campus assessment efforts

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

• Masters of Library Science from an ALA accredited library school
• Three years professional experience in an Academic Library
• Experience in library assessment and/or user experience projects in academic libraries

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to successfully supervise employees.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data collection and analysis
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading group projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents in your application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
• List of references

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Schedule Details

8-5, Mon-Fri

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Library

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800

Air Force Specialty Code

3H0X1, 84H0

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8878

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

2415

Applications must be received by

12/15/2024