UT Libraries’ Framework for Lifelong Learning
Competency Model
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Foundational
Foundational competencies are shared by all positions in the Libraries. The underlying elements of the competencies in this model are frequently listed as required qualifications in position descriptions (e.g., communication, collaboration, decision making and problem solving). Foundational competencies are arguably among the most important characteristics that successful employees possess.
Adaptability & Flexibility
Collaboration
Communication & Customer Service
Continuous Learning & Professional Development
Creativity & Innovation
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Diversity & Inclusion
Library Fundamentals
Prioritization & Planning
Relationship Management
Specialized
Specialized competencies tend to be role-specific. These are the competencies for which individuals likely receive specialized training and education. Specialized competencies may evolve over time as underlying tools and technologies change. The competencies in this model should be congruent with the anticipated future-states of librarianship and higher education, and thus, equip employees with appropriate development targets for today and the future.
3D Modeling
Accessibility
Assessment
Business Acumen
Cartographic Sciences
Collection Development & Stewardship
Collection Logistics
Collection Resource Management
Compliance Management
Creative Direction
Data Analysis & Reporting
Data Management & Curation
Database Management
Description & Access
Digital Content Management
Digital Media Preservation & Production
Donor Development & Fundraising
Emergency Management
Equipment & Furniture Repair
Event Planning & Management
Facilities Management
Financial Management
Foreign Languages
Gaming
Graphic Design
Information Literacy
Institutional Knowledge
Instruction Design
IT Systems Adminstration & Security
Knowledge Sharing
Legal & Copyright
Library & Publishing Industry Knowledge
Library Service Platforms
Marketing
Media & Design
Music Information Resources
Musical Performance & Composition
Open Scholarship
Operating Systems Technologies
Preservation & Conservation
Procurement
Professional & Technical Communications
Project Management
Promotion & Outreach
Records Management
Reference
Reproduction Services
Research
Research & Learning Information Resources & Technologies
Resource Sharing Management
Scholarly Communications
Shipping & Receiving
Software Design, Programming, & Scripting Languages
Special Collections & Archives
STEM Technology & Applications
Strategic Planning
Teaching & Instruction
Technical Standards
Technologies & Systems
User Experience
Vendor Relations
Web Design & Programming
Work Health & Safety
Workforce Management
Leadership
Leadership competencies describe characteristics that successful leaders in the Libraries, the University, and higher education must possess. We all have the opportunity to lead, regardless of our position title or rank.
Advocacy, Influence, & Inspiring Others
Change Management
Leading Through Vision & Values
Leveraging Diversity & Inclusion
Mentoring
Networking, Partnerships, & Community
Self-awareness
Thought Leadership
Managerial
Managerial competencies describe the fundamental activities that effective managers rely on for achieving results through and with others. They apply to anyone who oversees or aspires to oversee other employees or processes.
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