Library Analytics, Metrics & Assessment Librarian
The University of California, Los Angeles
About this position
Position Overview
Position title: Library Analytics, Metrics & Assessment Librarian Salary range: $74,752 - $105,696 (Assistant Librarian - Associate Librarian Rank)
Application Deadline
Open date: August 31, 2026 Next review date:Monday, Sep 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Monday, Oct 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The UCLA Library seeks a collaborative, service-oriented, and analytically skilled Library Analytics, Metrics & Assessment Librarian (LAMAL) to advance a culture of evidence-informed decision-making. Reporting to the head of Library Analytics, Metrics & Assessment, the librarian will partner with units across the Library to define meaningful measures, design assessments, analyze and interpret data, and develop reliable dashboards and reports that inform planning, resource allocation, service improvement, and organizational learning. The LAMAL will have an opportunity to help shape shared analytics and assessment practices, data definitions, documentation, and project priorities. The LAMAL uses a variety of systems and tools like Alma Analytics, Tableau, and other Library and campus systems and communicates methods and findings clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences. The incumbent is responsible for supporting and enabling consistent, targeted, data-informed decision-making in relation to the UCLA Library collections, workflows and services. The LAMAL leads in and contributes to expertise in statistics and data analysis, metrics development, and documentation. The incumbent manages analytics projects and completes work related to the development and maintenance of dashboards and reports for the Library, and supports LAMA and Library staff capacity-building through developing well-documented analytical resources. The incumbent exercises the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their LAMA duties and working on LAMA projects. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to staff and student records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of their work. The LAMAL ensures that sensitive information is properly safeguarded and follows all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems.
Qualifications
Basic qualificationsALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science required at the time of hire; OR Master’s degree (or other advanced degree) in Information Sciences or related field at the time of hire and work experience in a library setting. Demonstrated extensive experience generating queries and reports from an integrated library system analytics environment or a comparable enterprise reporting or business-intelligence platform, along with knowledge of library analytics tools such as Springshare applications, Choreo Insights, Scopus, and Google Analytics. Demonstrated experience using data-visualization and dashboard platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker Studio, or equivalent tools. Demonstrated experience preparing, analyzing, interpreting, visualizing, and communicating data to answer operational, service, and strategic questions, including the use of effective data storytelling. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing assessment activities and translating findings into actionable recommendations, service improvements, or organizational decisions. Demonstrated working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative assessment methods and foundational statistical reasoning. Demonstrated ability to document analytical methods, processes, and workflows and communicate findings clearly to both technical and nontechnical audiences. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams, gather and clarify requirements, manage competing priorities, and complete projects within established timelines. Demonstrated understanding of data privacy, confidentiality, ethical data use, and the secure handling of sensitive information. Demonstrated ability to learn new tools and adapt analytical practices in response to changing technologies, priorities, and organizational needs. Preferred qualificationsApplicants who possess the above required qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply and will be considered fully qualified. Applicants with all the above required qualifications and any of the following preferred qualifications or professional experiences are also encouraged to apply, however, the preferred qualifications below are not required: Experience with Ex Libris Alma Analytics, Oracle Analytics, or another library-specific analytics environment. Advanced experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau; demonstrated expertise in data management, data visualization development, management and dashboard design. Experience with SQL or query building and at least one scripting language used for data analysis or automation, such as Python or R. Experience with data governance, data quality, data dictionaries, access controls, retention, or data management planning. Experience with assessment methods such as survey design, interviews or focus groups, usability testing, benchmarking, or mixed-methods analysis. Demonstrated creativity and innovation in identifying and proposing new metrics to measure and new methods for measuring or analyzing data. Experience with library analytics sources and tools such as Springshare, Choreo Insights, Scopus, Google Analytics 4, COUNTER usage reports, SUSHI harvesting, or comparable platforms. Experience with project management methods and tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or equivalent systems. Experience working in an academic, research, or special library or another higher-education or research environment. Experience creating impact reports for fundraising, donor stewardship, or endowed funds. Experience training, mentoring, or supervising student employees or colleagues. Familiarity with version control, reproducible analysis, or automated reporting workflows. Experience in donor relations and stewardship.
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter - A cover letter reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlighting your past contributions and future commitments to advancing theUCLA Library strategic directions and organizational values and the UCLA mission and strategic plan, among which are ensuring opportunity for all students and fostering an inclusive community where everyone experiences a sense of belonging. These accomplishments and ambitions should be discussed in the context of describing your experience and qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Reference Contact Information - 3 required (contact information only); Provide names and contact information for three professional references, including current or previous supervisor; contact information only. Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form Apply link:https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11300 Help contact:liliavaldez@library.ucla.edu