[CODE4LIB] [EDUC]: Registration Now Open for Privacy and Security for Today's Library Online Conference

[Jodie Borgerding]

We hear a lot about how to handle difficult patrons, cybersecurity, and 
protecting patron data, but have you thought about your library's equipment and 
even the building itself?

Join us on September 21, for an Amigos Library Services online conference, 
Privacy and Security for Today's Library, where we will explore why security 
and privacy is a hot topic for libraries.

Dr. Steve Albrecht, author of, Library Security: Better Communication, Safer 
Facilities, will kick off the conference with his opening keynote presentation: 
"Assessing Library Facility Security: Think Like a Security Consultant." Dr. 
Albrecht's keynote will be followed by a series of concurrent sessions 
throughout the day on topics that include using the Dark Web, privacy 
strategies, hacking, vendor and third party applications security, disabilities 
and privacy, teaching privacy and cybersecurity, and developing a privacy 
policy. Deborah Caldwell-Stone, Deputy Director of ALA's Office for 
Intellectual Freedom, and Michael Robinson, past-chair of the ALA Intellectual 
Freedom Privacy Subcommittee and Head of Systems at University of 
Alaska-Anchorage will conclude their conference with their presentation 
"Navigating the Changing Landscape of Library Privacy."

Registration is free for Amigos member libraries. If you are not an Amigos 
member, you can take advantage of group or individual registration at an early 
bird rate until September 8. We also offer a discounted rate for current 
library school students.

For more information on the conference including the complete schedule and 
registration information, please visit https://www.amigos.org/library_privacy.

Thanks!

Jodie



Jodie Borgerding
Consulting & Education Services Manager
Amigos Library Services
1190 Meramec Station Road, Suite 207 | Ballwin, MO  63021-6902
800-843-8482 x2897 | 972-340-2897(direct)
www.amigos.org | 
borgerd...@amigos.org

Privacy and Security for Today's Library
Online Conference
September 21, 2017
Register

[CODE4LIB] Job: Director, Assessment and Planning at UMass Amherst

[Code4Lib Jobs]

Director, Assessment and Planning

Librarian III or IV

 

UMass Amherst, the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system, 
sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western 
Massachusetts, 90 miles from Boston and 175 miles from New York City. The 
campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major 
urban centers.

As a gateway to knowledge, the UMass Amherst Libraries are key partners in 
teaching, learning, and research at UMass Amherst and in the Commonwealth of 
Massachusetts. Supporting freedom of inquiry, the Libraries foster a diverse 
and inclusive environment in which to engage with ideas and acquire the 
critical skills necessary for lifelong learning. 

The UMass Amherst Libraries seek a dynamic and innovative Director, Assessment 
and Planning. The Director, Assessment and Planning provides leadership for and 
participates in assessment and planning efforts across the UMass Amherst 
Libraries; leads the collection, analysis, and documentation of assessment 
data; develops an evidence-based approach to achieving strategic objectives 
related to library operations and user needs; supports data visualization, 
analysis, and reporting needs across the Libraries. Coordinates and supports 
colleagues engaged in assessment work and works with staff across the Libraries 
to ensure a broad understanding of assessment goals and the ability to work 
with assessment measures. Provides leadership and support for strategic 
planning initiatives.  Represents the Libraries for assessment initiatives on a 
national and local level.

Example of Duties:

1. Develops, coordinates, and promotes an innovative, collaborative, 
evidence-based assessment program that supports and enables the Libraries’ 
strategic initiatives and develops evidence-based approaches for achieving 
strategic objectives for the Libraries.   

2.   Performs duties in a leadership role in identifying, defining, developing, 
and implementing appropriate assessment and planning approaches, measures, and 
techniques.

3.  Leads data visualization support for Tableau server and dashboard creation. 

4.  Increases the ability of staff to access, use, and understand data for 
decision making using data visualization and other tools.

5.  Analyzes, interprets, and publicizes the results of assessment and 
evaluation activities.

6.   Coordinates the collection and reporting of data to campus and external 
audiences. Maintains awareness of the administrative expectations on campus for 
measurement and assessment by the Libraries.

7.   Works with Library Technology Services (LTS) to provide access to data 
that enables data-informed decision making.  Works with LTS to appropriately 
manage and secure assessment data.

8.   Forms and supports a cohort of assessment colleagues engaged in assessment 
work across the Libraries.  Identifies and implements strategies for 
cultivating a culture of assessment including providing consultation and 
guidance to support library staff and units as they gather, process, analyze, 
manage, and report data related to library resources and services.

9.   Works with units across the Libraries to develop and support assessment 
practices and data-informed decision making.

10.   Uses both quantitative and qualitative measures according to established 
standards.

11.Leads strategic planning needs for the Libraries and designs cooperative 
library-wide planning process cycle.  

12.   Collaborates with other units on campus engaged in assessment and 
planning.

13.  Represents the Libraries for assessment and planning initiatives on a 
national, regional, and local level.

14.  Maintains current knowledge of assessment trends and best practices as 
they impact academic libraries.

15.  Works creatively, collaboratively, and effectively to promote teamwork, 
diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within the Libraries and the campus.

16.  Provides training and orientation for new staff.  Monitors training and 
support needs for all staff in the department as required in the changing 
environment of the Libraries.

17.  Oversees the accurate and timely availability of documentation for all 
procedures.

18.  Demonstrates, fosters and cultivates a positive, proactive internal and 
external customer service culture among staff and student staff.

19.  Performs other related duties as assigned or required to meet department 
and university goals and objectives.

 

Required Qualifications:

1.  Master's degree in library science or equivalent degree from a program 
accredited by the American Library Association, or its appropriate equivalent 
in librarianship from another country or have appropriate equivalent experience.

2.  Minimum of five years of professional library experience in this or 
another academic, research or specialized library, which includes experience 
with assessment and analysis.

3.  Demonstrated experience in assessment via 

[CODE4LIB] EXTENDED: Early Bird Discount for Fedora Camp in Texas Ends August 31st

[David Wilcox]

The early bird discount for Fedora Camp in Austin, Texas [1] has been extended 
until August 31st - register soon to secure your seat! The camp takes place 
Oct. 16-18. Training will begin with the basics and build toward more advanced 
concepts – no prior Fedora experience is required. Participants can expect to 
come away with a deep dive Fedora learning experience coupled with multiple 
opportunities for applying hands-on techniques working with experienced Fedora 
trainers. A draft agenda is available on the wiki [1].

Register for the camp using this link: 
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5iy95gcab=a07edor8kr92ff448d8.

We've also reserved a block of discount hotel rooms for attendees - just follow 
the link at the bottom of the event page.


[1] https://wiki.duraspace.org/display/FF/2017-10+Fedora+Camp+Texas

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David Wilcox
Fedora Product Manager
DuraSpace
dwil...@duraspace.org