library Specialist: Data Visualization & Collections Analytics The Albert B. Alkek Library at Texas State University is seeking a Library Specialist: Data Visualization & Collections Analytics. Under the direction of the Head of Acquisitions, this position provides library-wide support for data visualization and collection analytics projects to support data-driven decision making. This position requires a high level of technical expertise and specialized knowledge to gather, manage, and analyze collection data and access rights, then report complex data in easy-to-understand visualizations. The position will include working with print and digital collections owned or leased by the library.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and maintain an analytics strategy for the library. Manage and report usage statistics for electronic resources. Conduct complex holdings comparison analyses utilizing data from the Integrated Library System (ILS), vendors and/or external systems. Produce reports from the ILS on holdings and circulation. Develop strategies to clean and normalize data exported from the ILS and other systems for use in further analysis. Utilize data visualization strategies to report and present analytics. Conduct benchmarking with vendors, peer institutions, and stakeholders. Coordinate record-keeping of current and perpetual access rights for electronic resources and the management of titles in preservation systems such as LOCKSS and PORTICO. Maintain awareness of developments with digital preservation systems and national and international standards for electronic resources. Serve as the primary resource person for questions related to collections analytics and data visualization. Represent department and library-wide needs by participating in various committees. Participate in formulating departmental and unit policies. Pursue professional development activities to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities. Coordinate and/or perform special projects, participate in department & other staff meetings and perform other duties as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Ability to read, analyze, and understand data in a variety of formats; strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills, including ability to work effectively in a team; experience using R, Tableau, BayesiaLab or other data visualization or AI applications, demonstrated by an online portfolio; advanced problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills; demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including experience using VBA, macros, and formulas; intermediate familiarity with relational databases such as Microsoft Access, including creating relationships, queries, and reports; innovative thinking including the ability to utilize analytics/visualization tools in new, creative, and effective ways. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in quantitative or data visualization field such as Applied Statistics, Data Science, or Business Analytics or certificate in data visualization; familiarity with library collection management standards and tools, such as reporting modules within integrated library systems, COUNTER, SUSHI, PIE-J, LOCKSS, PORTICO, library electronic resource usage statistics, and continuing resources; experience with SQL or other query language. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include monthly contribution to health insurance/benefits package and retirement program. No state or local income tax. BACKGROUND CHECK: Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of a criminal history background check. Texas State's 38,849 students choose from 98 bachelor's, 90 master's and 12 doctoral degree programs offered by the following colleges: Applied Arts<http://www.txstate.edu/appliedarts/>, McCoy College of Business Administration<http://www.mccoy.txstate.edu/>, Education<http://www.education.txstate.edu/>, Fine Arts and Communication<http://www.finearts.txstate.edu/>, Health Professions<http://www.health.txstate.edu/>, Liberal Arts<http://www.txstate.edu/liberalarts/>, Science and Engineering<http://www.txstate.edu/science/>, University College<http://www.txstate.edu/ucollege/> and The Graduate College<http://www.gradcollege.txstate.edu/>. As an Emerging Research University, Texas State offers opportunities for discovery and innovation to faculty and students. Application information: Apply online at http://jobs.hr.txstate.edu Texas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas State, a member of the Texas State University System, is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions. Virginia Kay Williams Head Acquisitions Librarian Texas State University (512)245-3009 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
