The dossier outlines select accomplishments of a librarian/archivist (candidate) in alignment with the criteria for advancement to the next professional rank.
The dossier must include:
- A current curriculum vitae reflecting the candidate’s professional career. (See B5. Curriculum vitae guidelines.)
- A copy of the candidate’s job description.
- A narrative submission outlining the candidate’s professional accomplishments since their last advancement in alignment with the rank they are pursuing. (See B6. Candidate’s narrative submission guidelines.)
It must demonstrate:
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fully satisfactory job performance relating to the candidate’s key accountability areas, as outlined in their job description; and
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evidence of rank appropriate achievement in at least two other criteria areas that best demonstrate impact, performance or readiness to advance.
Optional materials may include:
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Up to three (3) confidential evaluation letters of may be solicited for advancement packages at the senior ranks (i.e., Rank 3 or 4). The advocate, in consultation with the candidate, can submit the names, qualifications, and contact information of individuals who the candidate suggests can provide evaluative comments on the candidate’s accomplishments in their job, professional service or research activities. The associate university librarian, administration and strategic initiatives solicits any letters on behalf of the Library prior to the submission of the final dossier. Any letters received by the Library are treated as confidential information and are shared only with the Professional Advancement Review Committee ahead of the final advancement review meeting.
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Selected materials including, but not limited to:
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publications, lesson plans or finding aids
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examples of committee activities or outputs
