Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Assessment Librarian and Librarian Assistant Profess

Overview

Job title: Assessment Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 287251

Employer: Kennesaw State University (Inside Higher Ed posting)

About Us

Kennesaw State University is a large, public, research-driven institution located near Atlanta with campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta.

The University emphasizes entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, and research, and serves more than 46,000 students.

The library system supports teaching, learning, scholarship, and research through outreach, programming, instruction, and resources across campuses and the greater metro Atlanta area.

Location details: Kennesaw campus — 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144; Marietta campus — 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Position Summary

Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for a twelve-month, non-tenure track Assessment Librarian and Librarian Assistant Professor or Librarian Associate Professor faculty position in the University Libraries, with a preferred start date of October 2025.

Rank is determined at the time of hire and will be commensurate with credentials.

This position is based in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Promote the integration of evidence-based decision making through assessment of library initiatives focused on student engagement and academic success.
• Coordinate data gathering on the use of library services, resources, spaces and web presence, contributing to data-informed planning, action items, and reporting (e.g., SACSCOC, annual reports, iPEDS).
• Write and create reports and documents related to assessment initiatives (e.g., SACSCOC documentation, annual reports, surveys).
• Engage with diverse user communities to identify priorities, needs, and experiences related to the University Libraries.
• Prepare and deliver internal training and documentation of assessment methodologies.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with KSU departments and units that support assessment activities (e.g., Office of Institutional Research, Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment).
• Maintain working knowledge of emerging trends in assessment and user experience.
• Provide instruction in research and information literacy for both face-to-face and online classes.
• Engage in service to the University Libraries, the campus, and/or the profession.
• Participate in scholarship, research, and/or creative activity; contribute to the development of the library profession through scholarship, presentations, and publications.

Note: The role may require occasional hours beyond normal business times to serve student needs and will involve work on both the Kennesaw and Marietta campuses.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• An earned terminal degree (e.g., MLIS or equivalent) appropriate to a contemporary research-intensive library, or foreign equivalent.
• A minimum of two years of experience in an academic library, related institution, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong follow-up skills.
• Evidence of professional service and scholarship in academic librarianship or a relevant discipline.
• Experience designing assessment projects, collecting and analyzing data; lead assessment initiatives and benchmarking.
• Experience with quantitative research using statistical software (SPSS, SAS, Stata) and/or data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Gephi).
• Project management, scheduling, and deadline-oriented work experience.

Application Materials

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts and evaluations due upon hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and for full consideration, apply by August 15, 2025.

Contact and Support

For questions about the faculty opening, contact Chelsee Dickson at cdickso5@kennesaw.edu.

For technical or general application support, contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.

General inquiries about faculty jobs can be directed to facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.

USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

Learn more in the USG Code of Conduct and related policies at usg.edu.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

See the EEO policy details and the background check requirements in the posting.

Background check: Final candidates must consent to a criminal background investigation as per USG policy.

Additional screenings may apply (e.g., motor vehicle, credit Check, verification of credentials).

United States-based postings may include additional job-specific screenings; consult the posting for details.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

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• Other

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