Digital Services Librarian

The Law Library is searching for candidates for the position of Digital Services Librarian. The Digital Services Librarian reports directly to the Senior Reference Librarian.

The Digital Services Librarian will create and maintain research guides, instructional videos, and other research resources; develop tools for departmental statistics and analysis; provide support for the library’s institutional repository; assist with digitization projects; and serve as the liaison for LexisNexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, and CALI.  As a member of the reference team, the Digital Services Librarian works collaboratively with other library staff to provide extensive reference and research assistance to patrons, including providing liaison services and trainings to assigned groups and classes; preparing research bibliographies, user guides, and other research aids; participating in the selection of information resources; providing reference and research assistance to faculty, students, staff, the local bar and the public; staffing the Reference Desk during assigned hours; developing and marketing library services to faculty and students; teaching in the first year legal research and persuasion courses; and performing other duties as assigned. This position will work at least one weekend day and will work weekday evening hours.

Required: 

A JD from an ABA approved law school and an MLS from and ALA accredited institution. A demonstrated record of sophisticated research and computers skills is preferred. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and a familiarity with and understanding of legal research materials in all formats. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to meet deadlines, and work well in a collaborative environment to achieve common goals. The successful candidate will be able to develop productive working relationships and work effectively as a team member as well as independently. Some teaching/training experience is required.

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