About the role

This position leads organizational performance measurement and data strategy to support evidence-based decision-making across the library system. It involves designing data infrastructure and translating operational and community data into actionable insights for strategic priorities.

What they look for

Data analysis Performance measurement Data strategy Business analytics Information science Statistics Research Data infrastructure Evidence-based decision making Strategic planning Reporting Data fluency Continuous improvement Project management

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with four years of experience or a master's degree with one year of experience in business analytics, information science, social science, or statistics. The role requires technical expertise in data systems and a strong commitment to organizational performance improvement.

Full description

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY invites qualified applicants to apply. The library values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. AACPL’s 16 branches serve over 600,000 residents, with an annual circulation of over 6.1 million items. For more information about our services, visit our website at www.aacpl.net.

POSITION: Performance Measures and Data Analyst

LOCATION: Headquarters

GRADE: 19 MA

SALARY RANGE: $74,414 - $126,538 - Full-time – 37.5 hrs./weekly

Overall Position Purpose: This highly skilled and technical position supports the entire library system in achieving its strategic initiatives through data-driven performance evaluation. It assists innovations in library services that meet community-focused outcomes through the development of accessible data infrastructure and conducting relevant research. The position serves as the library's lead for organizational performance measurement, data strategy, and analytics by designing, implementing, and maintaining systems that collect, analyze, and communicate meaningful data to support evidence-based decision-making. It translates internal operational and external community data into actionable insights that inform budgeting, staffing, collections, programming, marketing, facilities planning, and other strategic priorities. The position also ensures that measurement practices align with the library's Strategic Plan and external reporting requirements, collaborates with internal and external partners to strengthen data systems and reporting processes, and promotes a culture of data fluency and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with major coursework in business analytics, information science, social science, statistics, or related field, plus four years relevant work experience.

OR

Master's degree from an accredited university with major coursework in business analytics, information science, social science, statistics, or related field, plus one year of relevant work experience.

The library reserves the right to re-advertise this position if there is an insufficient pool of applicants.

TO APPLY: Complete AACPL Employment Application Form (Refer to attachment in this announcement). Upload cover letter, resume and completed application on AACPL’s Recruitment Page (https//www.aacpl.net/about/jobs). Questions may be directed to humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m., August 7, 2026.

Anne Arundel County Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or county law. If you need assistance with any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 410-222-7107. (https//doit.maryland.gov/mdrelay) 7/22/26 POST STAFF