- Introductory paragraph, stating what this self-evaluation will support; merit increase, greater than standard merit increase, promotion, career status, off-cycle, or special review.
- Section I -- Professional competence and quality of service within the library (including attachments submitted as appendices, when appropriate)
This section analyzes a candidate's performance; it is done in the context of a comprehensive statement of the candidate's job assignments and academic responsibilities for the review period, including special projects. Librarians should relate their activities to the more general goals of the Library and the University. - Section II -- Professional activity outside the library
- Section III -- University and public service
- Section IV -- Research and other creative activity.
- The impact and benefit of achievements in Sections II-IV to the library, University, and the profession, should be highlighted. If no significant activity has occurred in a particular section, please state this under the appropriate heading. The APM clearly states that "reasonable flexibility shall be exercised in weighing the comparative relevance of these criteria." That means that no individual is required or expected to perform significantly in all areas at all the time, though as the librarian advances in rank, increasing attention is paid to activities in the wider library, institution and profession.
- Summary paragraph including goals and objectives for the next evaluation period and, taking a broader perspective, sets forth expectations regarding career direction and professional growth over the long term.
Please follow these guidelines carefully. Their use will speed the review process while giving a clear picture of your professional contributions and achievements.