The Law Library is seeking a self-motivated and service-oriented individual to join its Research & Teaching Team as a Reference and Technology Librarian. The Law Library is an integral part of the Law School and offers many opportunities for developing professional skills and contributing to the educational mission of the Law School. This position reports to the Library Director.

Duties:

Research and Reference

Provide research service to the faculty and students of the law school, the University community, and the public.
Teach in the first-year legal research course and advanced legal research courses.
Participate in the faculty liaison program by meeting regularly with assigned faculty about their research interests, attending their workshop presentations, making recommendations on their behalf to the Collection Development Librarian, and training faculty research assistants.
Participate in the activities of professional organizations.

Technology

Take the lead in identifying and applying new technologies to reference services and teaching.
Develop and team teach a Law Practice Technology course that reflects trends in law firms and government.
Develop and implement plans for promoting and marketing electronic resources to students and faculty in coordination with the Electronic Resources Librarian.

Circulation

Oversee Circulation Desk operations and supervise circulation staff.
Collaborate with the University Libraries to provide seamless access to the University’s information resources.

Qualifications:

Required

JD from an ABA-accredited institution (or equivalent degree) and a MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution (or equivalent degree).
Demonstrated awareness of current technology trends in the legal profession and law libraries.
Knowledge of legal materials and research methodology using electronic and print resources.
Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
Enthusiasm, creativity, and ability to propose new projects and workflows.

Desirable

One or more years of professional library reference experience.
Experience in classroom teaching and in the effective integration of new technologies in teaching and learning.
Interest in enhancing and expanding the range and quality of electronic sources offered to library users.
Ability to learn new technology independently and to adapt quickly to changing technologies.