Law Librarian - Cadence Group
Cadence Group is seeking a Law Librarian to support research and information access functions for the DOJ Antitrust Division, Liberty Square Building Library. This is a full-time position; the hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Work will be remote until on-site work is authorized. Contract is to begin 1/4/21 and run through 9/30/21, with one option year.
Law Librarian – Washington, DC
Responsibilities:
- Answer reference and research questions thoroughly and efficiently with minimal supervision. Ability to perform tasks such as researching, analyzing, and evaluating accuracy of sources.
- Respond to a wide range of requests for information on library resources and collections ensuring accurate and thorough responses are timely to meet the needs of requestors via email, telephone, or Skype for Business.
- Utilize databases and print sources to answer questions on a wide-variety of topics including, but not limited to: business, companies, specific industries, law and economics.
- Conduct research through reference interviews to ascertain client needs and context to best tailor the research.
- Maintain, update, and develop web guides.
- Provide excellent customer service skills.
- Work both independently and as part of a team.
- Conduct one-on-one and group training sessions.
Requirements:
- US Citizenship required
- Familiarity with the following databases, Lexis, Westlaw, Factiva, Bloomberg Law, Dun & Bradstreet, EBSCO, IBISWorld, Profound, Mergent Online, HeinOnline, JSTOR, ProQuest Congressional, Dreamweaver or other web productions platforms.
- Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent degree
- 2 years’ experience working in a library or research organization.
- Experience in economics, business or industry research, at a law firm or corporate library is highly requested.
Cadence Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Apply at this link: https://cadence-group.com/job-descriptions/#law-librarian-dc |
Research Manager: Epstein Becker & Green
The law firm of Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. has an immediate opening in our Washington, D.C. office for a Research Manager to join our national Library team. This position reports to the Manager of Library Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage the research services function of the Library Services Department to provide strategic information support to the firm, including determining research priorities and recommending new resources and tools
Recommend policies for research operations and for the use of research resources and tools
Plan, manage, and promote access to and use of research services, resources, and tools, including training initiatives
Supervise the Reference Librarians, including providing mentoring in research methods and skills and encouraging professional development
Provide research consultation and analysis, research project strategy, and manage specialized topical, legislative, docket, and regulatory monitoring services
QUALIFICATIONS:Requires a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; At least 8 years of progressively responsible Library experience in a law firm or corporate environment; Extensive database search experience and relevant research expertise in order to manage a sophisticated law firm research function; The ability to lead and manage people; Excellent organizational, critical thinking, communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated by the ability to analyze, prioritize, and manage projects and deadlines; Project management experience; Strong customer service skills; Ability to apply independent judgment and act independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
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TO APPLY: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we are only able to contact candidates selected for follow up.
Please send resume and cover letter containing salary expectations to Emily Kasprak at [email protected]. No agencies, please.
Epstein Becker & Green is an equal opportunity employer.
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Law Library Assistant - LAC Group
LAC Group is seeking a Law Library Assistant. Reporting to the Project Manager, these positions entail law library support, invoicing, electronic resources administration, business development, attorney/staff support and training and special projects involving information management. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional client service and interpersonal communication skills, a technological aptitude, professional writing skills, and a strong attention to detail. This is a full-time opportunity with benefits. This is a remote position that can be located anywhere in the USA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitoring internal and external resources utilized in acquiring and disseminating electronic content;
- Assist in managing the services, contracts and relationships with vendors;
- Invoicing and assisting with budget, standards for collection development and cost recoveries, and resources and acquisition policies;
- Conduct library orientation for new attorneys and professional staff and assist attorneys and staff with troubleshooting and questions;
- Support special projects involving information management;
- Stay abreast of new developments in legal content, publishing and technology;
- Other administrative tasks and duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree is required;
- At least 2 years experience in a support role (including invoicing, managing internal/external requests, high volume of communication, etc.) preferably in a library, research services or legal environment;
- Tech-savvy, and comfortable with G-Suite applications, especially Google Sheets;
- Experience working across multiple locations/offices and departments is preferred;
- Must be articulate and possess excellent communication skills (written and oral);
- Knowledgeable and highly conversant in using electronic resources, library cataloging systems/ILS, etc.
To apply, visit: https://lac.gp/3nKie84 |
eResources Manager - LAC Group
LAC Group is seeking an eResources Manager to support and administer a law firm’s library applications and intranet. This role will assist the Library Manager to identify, evaluate, test, and deploy legal research applications; and support and administer on-line research applications. This is a full-time, benefited, remote position that can be located anywhere in the USA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all levels of accessibility to e-resources including but not limited to; login credentials, individual and firm-wide, and IP authentication;
- Ensure the use and distribution of e-resources conforms to signed agreements and copyright generally;
- Provide support in the ongoing transition towards an electronic law library and virtual research services on a firm wide level;
- Evaluate, test, recommend, and implement new electronic resources and library-specific software beneficial to the firm;
- Troubleshoot all issues with electronic resources and resolve problems experienced by legal and nonlegal staff;
- Work with practice groups to develop and facilitate training to ensure efficient and effective use of legal information technologies by legal and non-legal staff;
- Process research expenses and upload costs. Provide technical support needed to conduct cost recovery;
- Travel to other offices as necessary for e-resource deployment, maintenance, and training;
- Coordinate with web developers to develop and maintain library's internal website;
- Liaise with help desk and application engineers to support e-resources. Assist with application testing and upgrades;
- Assessing existing library technology processes and practices and developing a strategy for
- managing electronic products and services;
- Identifying suitable tools, systems and technology;
- Providing staff training and development;
- Providing services to facilitate on-going technical processes;
- Administrator for library applications, including library catalog and electronic resource manager
QUALIFICATIONS
- A professional librarian with an ALA-Accredited MLS, or equivalent;
- Database research experience such as Westlaw, PACER, IntelliConnect, BNA or RIA Checkpoint;
- Excellent oral and written skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills that demonstrate collaboration and teamwork; and demonstrated superior customer service skills;
- IT library experience, use of technology to provide solutions
To apply, visit: https://lac.gp/3nKie84
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