Reference and Data Services Librarian - Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP

*The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire.  The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.

The Reference and Data Services Librarian is the Firm’s primary resource for reference assistance and research on specific legal issues and business research. The Reference and Data Services Librarian will maintain the Intranet.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

•  Reference assistance and retrieval – responding to attorney and staff inquiries for quick information and document delivery.
• Legal research – providing in-depth research and analysis on discrete legal issues upon request from attorneys.
• Business research – examining corporate information and transactional data to support due diligence questions concerning companies and their operation.
• Legislative and regulatory history – compiling official and media background information for statutes and regulations, usually preliminary to outsourcing a full history.
• Resource assistance – identifying resources and developing research strategies for associates, staff attorneys, summer associates, fellows and paralegals.
• Public records research – locating people, assets and personal histories in party, witness and expert searches.
• Competitive intelligence – compiling and analyzing corporate and personal data for potential clients and opposing parties in consideration of new matters and requests for proposals; similar research for potential lateral hires.
• Current awareness – supporting attorneys and the practice development department with litigation spotting, issue tracking and case monitoring using automated and conventional resources.
• Designing and maintaining the library intranet pages and other tools to facilitate research, retrieval and current awareness among all personnel.
• Needs assessment – working with practice group leaders to identify information and service needs, evaluate potential new resources, and assess existing holdings.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Tools

• Computer, telephone, copier, scanner, projector, book cart.

 Minimum Job Qualifications

• Masters in library science from an ALA-accredited program or comparable degree.
• Legal research and database skills including Westlaw Precision, Lexis+, Lex Machina, Bloomberglaw, Lexis Intelligize, VitalLaw, Checkpoint, S&P Capital IQ, HeinOnline, and others.
• Minimum of three years professional experience in user services in a law firm library setting.
• Fluency in computer-assisted research concepts and demonstrated facility in electronic research including legal, scientific, business and public records databases.
• Strong organizational skills, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in webpage design and content management.
• Experience with word-processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications.
• Strong user-service orientation.
• Flexibility, composure and the ability to prioritize and handle many urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a high level of competence and accuracy; the ability to remain composed and professional under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to work independently on focused projects.
• Willingness to work with Library staff as a cohesive team and with other Firm personnel to deliver consistently high-quality information services.
• Ability for critical thinking and complex problem solving.
• Ability to adapt and apply new technologies and workflows.
• Excellent critical thinking and complex problem solving skills.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with common IT issues involving access to databases and online content.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure; evidence of ability to initiate and carry projects through to completion and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, creative and highly organized individual with strong attention to details.
• Strong customer service orientation and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to forge relationships with management, colleagues and a diverse clientele.
• Must be willing and available to work some evenings and weekends, as necessary to complete tasks.

Physical Demands

• Writing, typing, reading, speaking, hearing, seeing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25 lbs

Working Conditions

• Quiet office environment in a high-rise building, seated the majority of the time.

Direct Reports

• None

Competencies

• Communicates effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Being resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Drives results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Situational adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

The Reference and Data Services Librarian role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.

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