Yale University · 1 month ago
Director of Data Services, Strategic Initiatives, & Communications, Law Library
Sterling Law Bldgs.
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$68K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expYale University is seeking a visionary and experienced leader for the role of Director of Data Services, Strategic Initiatives, and Communications at the Lillian Goldman Law Library. This pivotal position is essential for shaping the future directions and integration of the Law Library in support of the Law School and University mission, providing support to faculty and students on research projects requiring statistical and data analysis.
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Responsibilities
Maintains an understanding of trends and developments in data services and information technology and contributes this expertise to planning for the future growth and development of the Law Library
Provides strategic direction and oversight of the library’s efforts in providing consultative and active support to Law School faculty and students in research projects requiring statistical and data analysis, data manipulation, and visualization
Oversees project-based empirical support and consultation services for Law School students and faculty researchers throughout the entire research lifecycle. Collaborates with the Law Library Technology and Scholarly & Research Services departments to coordinate the management of Law faculty empirical datasets and database projects
Builds and maintains critical partnerships with campus constituencies including the StatLab, the Digital Humanities Lab, and the Yale Center for Research Computing
Oversees the work of law library data consultants, other professional staff, research assistants, and interns. Develop and teach for-credit research courses, specialized workshops, and participate in the library’s faculty liaison librarian and collection development programs
In collaboration with senior leadership, monitors the execution of the Law Library's strategic plan, aligning it with the Law School and University's broader goals
Shape resource allocation in partnership with senior leadership for strategic initiatives and data services, ensuring responsible resource allocation
Coordinate planning, assessment, and reporting activities across library departments
Analyze and evaluate library services, projects, or initiatives through regular assessments, including faculty and student surveys
Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy, serving as the primary lead for media engagement and external messaging. Lead internal and external communications, including crafting compelling narratives, marketing initiatives, annual reports, and digital content including website and social media to promote library services, resources, and value. Translate library services and data initiatives into accessible, impactful messages
Play a leading role in promoting the law library’s global outreach including Law Archive, a free global scholarship repository maintained by the Lillian Goldman Law Library in partnership with the Center for Open Science. In collaboration with the digital initiatives and technology departments, and in keeping with the library’s commitment to open access initiatives, develops and manages special projects to facilitate resource discovery and highlight collections
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated understanding of the empirical and data needs of the legal academic community. Knowledge of and interest in new and emerging technologies
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and institutional communications
Strong service orientation; demonstrable teaching/training skills; excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and project management skills. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to conclusion in a timely fashion. Ability to work collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and dynamic team environment
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and/or a Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program, or a related advanced degree and 8 years of professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three or more years of supervisory, leadership, and project management experience, with demonstrated success in promoting teamwork, collaboration, and support for professional growth
Demonstrated ability to teach credit bearing courses in a law school or similar academic setting
Preferred
Experience working with empirical researchers and knowledge of current trends in legal technologies and data science
Proven ability to manage and/or provide significant oversight of data-intensive services or programs, including familiarity with statistical software, legal data sources, and data visualization
Experience with website management (CMS) and marketing/communication platforms
A minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience working in an academic or law library
Benefits
Health Requirements
Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
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Leadership Team
Geoffrey Chatas
Senior Vice President for Operations
Jack Callahan
Senior Vice President for Operations
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