Job Listings for Law Librarians' Society of Washington, D.C. (LLSDC)

Research Librarian - University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited program and a master’s degree in library or information science (or related) from an ALA accredited program completed before start date.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Collaborative approach to problem solving and working across teams and departments.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a law library.
• One (1) year of related experience.
• Experience working with faculty and/or supporting faculty scholarship.
• Teaching experience and familiarity with different formats (e.g., in person, virtual)
• Experience using learning management systems, video conferencing platforms, and instructional technology applications.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is competitive and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Generous benefits include choice of retirement, medical, and dental plans; 22 days of annual leave; 15 days of sick leave; 3 personal days and 14 holidays. The position is a 12-month library faculty appointment. Regular employees, as well as their spouses and dependent children, may receive tuition remission for most programs at many campuses of the University System of Maryland. The successful candidate will be expected to meet library and university requirements for permanent status and promotion. A candidate with prior professional accomplishments may be considered for initial appointment at a level above Librarian I.

To Apply:

Application materials must include a CV/resume; cover letter which includes the source of advertisement; three references; and a separate signed/dated affidavit page (stating “I verify that my CV is current and accurate” - does not need to be notarized). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but full consideration will be given to complete applications received by July 17, 2022.

See the full job description and apply at: https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/umb_faculty+and+post+docs/jobdetail.ftl?job=220000YY&lang=en

Reference Librarian - Catholic University of America School of Law

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at The Catholic University of America School of Law is seeking applicants for the position of Reference Librarian. This position is ideal for an ambitious librarian who is ready to join an experienced, collegial team that is committed to reimagining library services for our patrons. The successful candidate will actively support law school programs, co-curricular activities, and faculty scholarship. We offer generous vacation, holiday and retirement benefits, in addition to work from home opportunities.

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library is located on the campus of The Catholic University of America, the largest university campus in the District of Columbia, and a short Metro ride to downtown D.C. and Capitol Hill. The campus is ideally situated in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, D.C., one of the most vibrant and exciting communities in the city.

Position Description

• Provide in-person and virtual legal and non-legal reference and research services to the Law School’s faculty, students, administration, and alumni, as well as the larger CUA community and the general public.
• Teach legal research classes in the first-year legal writing and research program.
• Teach legal research classes in upper-division courses and academic programs including the opportunity to teach in the American Law Program in Krakow, Poland.
• Create and update online research guides and other digital content. In addition, assist in the administration of the Library’s virtual exam database.
• Collaborate with other librarians in collection analysis, evaluation, and selection of materials to support the curriculum and faculty research interests.
• Support faculty scholarship through work with the law library's institutional repository and the creation and maintenance of materials promoting faculty scholarship.
• Participate on Law Library committees, task forces, and projects, including the current Library-wide effort to migrate to a new ILS.
• The hours for this position are usually Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm, however the reference librarians also participate in a weekend rotation with other librarians.

Please see the full position description here.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA-accredited institution preferred.
• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution is required.
• Entry-level and experienced law librarians are encouraged to apply.
• Expertise in legal bibliography and legal research methodologies preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to effectively teach and present is required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively is required.

Apply now! Please attach a cover letter with salary requirements (salary expectations are considered as part of the application process). All applicants must support The Catholic University of America's mission and vision. The position will remain vacant until filled.

Research Analyst - Steptoe & Johnson LLP

Steptoe & Johnson LLP, a Washington, DC-based Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Research Analyst to join its Research & Information Services Department. The position is based in the Washington, DC office.

The Research Analyst will be responsible for incoming reference and research requests, and will participate in the general professional research services program of the Department.

Responsibilities

·     Perform legal and legislative research in support of the firm’s diverse practices, ensuring that questions and projects are understood, that best sources are consulted, and that research is conducted cost efficiently and effectively.

·     Perform non-legal, factual background research – on corporations, industries, individuals, events, etc. – cost efficiently in support of cases and firm matters.

·     Analyze research results and exercise professional judgment about relevance of research materials and their inclusion in the results delivered to requesting attorneys.

·     Communicate results in a targeted, concise response (oral or written), appropriate to each particular request.

·     Participate in additional departmental initiatives including monitoring and current awareness service, training of attorneys and staff, collection and database evaluation, and other special projects as needed.

·     Provide deliverables to clients, directly, on request, including newsletters and regular updates.

·     Operate successfully as a member of the RIS team, working on projects both independently and jointly, as appropriate; delegating secondary tasks to paraprofessionals; offering assistance and guidance where necessary; and following departmental protocols and policies.

·     Participate in the shared rotation of reference duties.

Please see the full job description and apply here:  https://steptoeapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReApplicantEmail.aspx?Tag=50518263-25bd-4a51-8ac4-3dd8c1f4fd62

Associate Dean, Library & Technology - George Mason University Law Library

About the Position:
The Associate Dean, Library & Technology has the responsibility and accountability for the administration and development of the law library and technology services for the law school, including the wise stewardship of the budget and outstanding leadership of the library and technology services staff. The Associate Dean, Library & Technology is responsible for effectively conveying the goals and needs of the library and technology services to the law school administration and acting as the library’s main representative in maintaining satisfactory relationships with key constituents, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the Mason community on library and technology-related issues.

For a full list of responsibilities, qualifications, and more, and to apply, please visit https://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/54015