Assessment & Evaluation Analyst, UCL

University of Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati

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Cincinnati, OH, USA

USD 64,600-78k / year

Posted on Nov 13, 2026
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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Libraries is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assessment and Evaluation Analyst to join our team. Reporting to the Associate Dean, Operations & User Services, this role focuses on planning, promoting, and sustaining a culture of assessment across the Libraries while articulating the value of academic library services.

The successful candidate will collaborate with library faculty and staff to strategize and coordinate the ongoing assessment and evaluation of resources, services, spaces, and technology. They will lead and participate in designing, collecting, analyzing, and documenting quantitative and qualitative assessment data to support data driven decision-making.

Essential Functions

  • Lead and manage the preparation and submission of standard library reports (e.g., ARL, ACRL).
  • Collaborate with library faculty and staff to design and implement assessment strategies, performance indicators, and metrics for operations, including collections, facilities, instruction, and technology.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of library resources, services, programs, spaces, and technology.
  • Communicate findings and datasets through presentations, dashboards, and reports for internal and external audiences.
  • Analyze activities, statistics, and institutional trends, benchmarking against peer institutions and national trends.
  • Coordinate the collection, preservation, and dissemination of assessment data and reports.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional and external reporting requirements.
  • Represent UC Libraries on University of Cincinnati Data Governance Committee.
  • Create the policies and procedures required to establish a culture of collecting and using data.
  • Plan and implement training and professional development for library staff on assessment methods, tools, and ethical considerations.
  • Create and maintain assessment aids, guides, webpages, and tutorials.
  • Perform related duties as needed by the department and division.

Required Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Statistics, Math, Computer Science or related field.
  • Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

  • Three (3) years of experience in managing large data sets, analyzing statistical techniques and software, and reporting data in a meaningful format.

Additional Qualifications Considered

  • ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent education library experience (e.g., statistics, data science, analytics, education).
  • Experience in a public library or in an academic setting, ideally in an academic/research library.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Proficiency in data management and reporting tools, with familiarity in analysis and visualization software (e.g., Excel, Tableau, PowerBI).
  • Experience with, or ability to learn, statistical and data visualization tools and library-specific analytics platforms like Alma or Primo Analytics.
  • Demonstrated awareness of library assessment issues and trends, with practical knowledge of assessment instruments (e.g., surveys, focus groups, rubrics).
  • Project management experience, including designing assessment projects, analyzing data, and guiding data driven decision-making.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and user-centered approach.

Application Process

Applications received by January 4th, 2027 will receive first consideration.

Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position. 3 References will be checked during final stages.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

  • Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $64,600 - $78,000, commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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