Posted June 19, 2009

Reference Librarian Associate Dean for Law Library Services & Information Technology

Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law

Seeking a dynamic, forward thinking individual to fill a vacancy in the following position: Associate Dean for Law Library Services & Information Technology.

Responsibilities: The College of Law is looking for an individual who has a demonstrated track record of advancing the use of educational technology in a law school curriculum. This individual should have a demonstrated desire and experience in leading a vibrant, responsive library that is devoted to embracing the information resources of the twenty-first century.

The Associate Dean is responsible for the management of the law library as well as the technology operations of the College of Law . The Associate Dean is responsible for coordinating the legal research program, which is a separately graded component of the required first year Basic Legal Skills class. This responsibility includes teaching in the program and supervising adjuncts who teach in the program.

Required: The Associate Dean for Law Library Services & Information Technology is a tenure or tenure track position with faculty status. The position reports directly to the Dean of the College of Law . Candidates must possess both a J.D. and an M.L.S. from accredited institutions. Candidates should have the credentials for a tenured or tenure-track appointment, which would include significant professional accomplishments and some publications.

Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with experience.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Donna Bennett, Assistant Director for User Services, Law Library, Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law, Highland Heights, KY 41099. dbennett@nku.edu – 859-572-5715. Electronic applications preferred. Review of applications will begin in late August and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates whose race, sex, or background would enhance the diversity of the faculty are encouraged to apply. Northern Kentucky University is an equal opportunity employer.

Posted April 23, 2009

Reference Librarian

Law Library of Congress

Description: The Law Library of Congress seeks a legal reference librarian with education and experience (1) providing legal and legislative information services to diverse and demanding clients in a large law library or similar legal information organization; and (2) creating, organizing and managing web content for dynamic Web sites. Qualified candidates with both Juris Doctor and Masters in Library/Information Science degrees from accredited universities with appropriate training and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements: The successful incumbent will demonstrate progressively responsible work experience or combination of education and work experience and proficiency in (1) providing concise and thorough oral and written research guidance utilizing creative methodologies to respond to complex inquiries; (2) applying a strong public service demeanor when providing legal and legislative information services to diverse and demanding clientele; (3) developing, organizing and managing legal and legislative collections (Web sites, blogs and online resources); (4) creating, organizing and managing legal and legislative content for dynamic Web sites; and (5) using time management skills to complete multiple time-sensitive assignments and projects.

Librarian (Law) (Vacancy #: 090038)

GS-1410-11 - $60,989.00 - $79,280.00

Promotion potential to GS-1410-13 -- $86,927.00 - $113,007.00

Law Library (Directorate of Law Library Services, Public Services Division) Opening Date: April 20, 2009 Closing Date: May 20, 2009

To Apply: For the entire job description and to apply for the position, see http://jsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/summary.asp?OPMControl=1539756

Technical Services / Circulation Librarian

Lincoln Memorial University Law Library

Description: Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for the position of Technical Services/Circulation Librarian at the Duncan School of Law, located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The position is responsible for initial development and planning of the Technical Services Department, including acquisitions, cataloging processing and circulation.

Qualifications: Required: M.L.S. from an ALA accredited program, two years experience in an academic library, knowledge of software and technology used to perform office, administrative and instructional functions such as Microsoft Office applications, course management software such as Blackboard, electronic mail such as Outlook, WebAdvisor and other software.

Preferred: Technical Services/Circulation experience and five years or more experience in an academic library.

To Apply: Applicants should submit an LMU application for employment, a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, a resume, contact information for three references and official transcripts to Pamela Lester, Lincoln Memorial University, 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN 37752. Electronic submissions are encouraged to pamela.lester@lmunet.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. LMU's hiring policies are in accordance with EEO regulations and policies. LMU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Information Services Librarian

Lincoln Memorial University Law Library

Desciption: Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for the position of Information Services Librarian at the Duncan School of Law, located in Knoxville, Tennessee. This position is responsible for providing reference assistance, legal research instruction and collection development in a library comprised mostly of digital legal and non-legal information. This position also performs planning, administrative and technical tasks in support of public services of the Lincoln Memorial University Law Library.

Qualifications: Required: M.L.S. from an ALA accredited program, J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and two years experience in an academic law library.

Preferred: Legal Research and Writing instruction experience, four years or more experience in an academic law library.

To Apply: Applicants should submit an LMU application for employment, a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, a resume, contact information for three references and official transcripts to Pamela Lester, Lincoln Memorial University, 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate, TN 37752. Electronic submissions are encouraged to pamela.lester@lmunet.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. LMU's hiring policies are in accordance with EEO regulations and policies. LMU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Posted April 20, 2009

Director of Library Services

Balch & Bingham LLP

Description: Balch & Bingham LLP is seeking a Director of Library Services to join our Birmingham, AL office. Balch & Bingham is a corporate law firm with a difference. We provide a business-first perspective to our clients who range from individuals and government organizations to blue-chip corporations. We take a strategic approach to help our clients build stronger, more profitable companies. Balch & Bingham serves our clients across a broad range of practice areas with offices in Birmingham and Montgomery, Alabama; Atlanta, Georgia; Gulfport and Jackson, Mississippi; and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities:

•  Provide reference assistance and guidance in the selection of materials; evaluate user skills and guide their development

•  Acquire and organize all library materials

•  Plan shelving arrangements and space

•  Formulate the objectives, goals, policies and procedures of the library

•  Evaluating and implementing new library products and resources

•  Recommend appropriate allocation of library resources, including personnel and equipment firm-wide

•  Conduct studies of library systems and procedures

•  Prepare library budget; maintain financial controls for library expenditures including cost recovery options

•  Prepare a variety of periodic reports as required

•  Supervise library staff

•  Maintain awareness of materials of interest to, or about, the library and the local, national and professional media

•  Negotiating with vendors

•  Perform research as needed for legal, non-legal and business development topics.

Requirements: Knowledge of law library science and management including current information technologies, information retrieval and search software, and research sources for both print and electronic materials; ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally; ability to work effectively under time constraints; ability to provide superior levels of service to internal and external clients; ability to work effectively in a team setting; law library management experience preferred; Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited school desired.

To Apply: Please submit resume and salary expectations to hr_careers@balch.com . Balch & Bingham LLP provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against because or race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation or disability. Balch & Bingham LLP complies fully with all applicable State and Federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

Posted April 14, 2009

Head of Technical Services

Description: The Head of Technical Services is responsible for planning, management and supervision of all technical services activities, including acquisitions and financial control, material processing, cataloging, and serials.  The department head develops goals, priorities and strategies for the department, and has an overall view of the service mission of the law library.  The Library uses the SIRSI integrated library system and has an acquisitions budget of approximately $1.2M.  The law library has 7.5 FTE librarians, and 11 FTE support staff.

Requirements: MLS from an ALA-accredited library program; excellent organization and communication skills; significant managerial experience in library technical services using an integrated automated library system, preferably in a law library.

Salary: is commensurate with qualifications. The position will be available August 1, 2009.
 
To Apply: Candidates must submit a statement of interest, a resume, and the names of three professional references with their addresses and phone numbers to William & Mary's online job site: http://jobs.wm.edu (select "create application").  Only on-line applications will be considered.

Review will begin May 22, 2009, and we will continue to accept application materials until the position is filled. The College is an EEO/AA employer.

Jim Heller (Search Committee Chair)
Director of the Law Library and Professor of Law
Phone: 757-221-3252   
Fax:  757-221-3051
Email: heller@wm.edu

Posted April 6, 2009

Acquisitions Librarian

Florida Coastal School of Law Library & Technology Center

The Florida Coastal School of Law Library & Technology Center (LTC) is seeking knowledgeable, service-oriented applicants for the position of Acquisitions Librarian.  The LTC provides access to approximately 220,400 volumes and volume-equivalents in a variety of print and non-print formats, and has an acquisitions budget of over $1,114,000.  Florida Coastal is a private law school, fully accredited by the ABA. 

Description: The Acquisitions Librarian reports to the Associate Director of the Library & Technology Center.  The position's primary responsibility is for the daily operations related to ordering and receiving materials for the library's collections.

Duties:

• Assist in developing and/or refining policies and procedures as related to acquisitions.
• Train and supervise library assistants on acquisitions procedures.
• Prepare and place orders for library materials, ensure timely receipt of orders, and process invoices promptly.
• Maintain statistics and prepare acquisitions-related reports.
• Participate in collection development and the library-faculty liaison program.
• Participate in Reference Desk rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• MLS from ALA-accredited library school
• 5+ years experience in law library acquisitions
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces' Millennium system
• Strong service orientation, with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work both independently and in a team atmosphere
• Attention to detail
• Supervisory experience preferred

Compensation: Salary dependant upon qualifications. Full benefits package. 

To Apply: Currently accepting applications.  Will accept applications as long as position remains unfilled.  Send letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to Human Resources, Florida Coastal School of Law, Library & Technology Center, 8787 Baypine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256.  Electronic applications can be sent to humanresources@fcsl.edu .

Posted April 1, 2009

Director/Assistant Dean, Law Library & Technology Center, and Assistant/Associate Professos of Law

Shepard Broad Law Center of Nova Southeastern University

The Shepard Broad Law Center of Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdal, FL seeks applicants for its Director/Assistant Dean of the Law Library & Technology Center, and Assistant/Associate Professor of Law.  The NSU Law Library & Technology Center has always prided itself on the staff's rapid response to the information needs of patrons from the Law Center, University, Alumni Association, and the local practicing Bar.   The library has received national recognition for both its technology and library services. 

An innovative and energetic individual is needed to continue guiding the information and technology services of the Law Center which include overseeing budgeting, personnel management, collection development, legal research and technology instruction, facilities maintenance, short and long term planning, web services, audio visual services and computer services.    The library is housed in a 43,000 square-foot space.  The director supervises 24 staff, provides information and technology services to 950 law students and 60 law faculty, and maintains an electronic, micro-format, and print collection of over 330,000 volumes.  In addition, the position also provides information services to three non-J.D. programs in Education, Health, and Employment.  The library also provides information services support to our foreign programs. 

In addition to its administrative responsibilities, the position is faculty tenure/tenure-track and carries the responsibilities of teaching, scholarship, and service.

Required: Both a J.D. and an M.L.S. from accredited institutions as well as substantial law library administrative experience are required as is the ability to effectively communicate and work closely with Law Center departments, faculty and students as well as University personnel.    Familiarity with technology is essential and experience managing technology is preferred.    The position is tenure or tenure-track faculty rank in addition to the administrative role, carrying a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply: Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three references.  Submit applications and nominations by email or U.S. mail to Professor Eloisa C. Rodriguez-Dod, Faculty Appointments Committee Chair, NSU Law Center, 3305 College Ave., Ft. Lauderdale-Davie, FL  33314-7721 or dode@nsu.law.nova.edu .

Posted March 30, 2009

Reference/National Security & International Commerce Librarian

The George Washington University Law School

The George Washington University Law School Library seeks a reference librarian to specialize in national security and international commercial law. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2009, and continue until the position is filled.

To Apply: For more information, including the application procedure, please visit http://www.law.gwu.edu/Library/Pages/EmploymentOpp.aspx . Only complete applications will be considered.

Posted March 6, 2009

Library Manager

Miami Law Firm

Responsibilities: Research using hardcopy/online resources. Handle circulation function. Borrow books, journals from libraries. Handle acquisitions including ordering, receipt, claiming. Provide management reports. Supervise Assistant Librarian. Make recommendations - purchase/cancellation. Assist library maintenance.

Required: Education, Experience: (MLS) preferred. 2-3 years professional Librarian legal environment. Expert knowledge: Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity: Lexis, Westlaw

Salary and Benefits: 80K

To Apply: email gsorrentino@msssinc.com Phone: (305)372-7117, (786)972-0806

Posted March 3, 2009

Head of Reference Services

Bounds Law Library of The University of Alabama

The University of Alabama School of Law invites applications for the position of Head of Reference Services in the Bounds Law Library.  This position offers the opportunity to work in an intellectually exciting and professionally rewarding environment.  The School of Law, consistently ranked in the top tier of American law schools, features a faculty of over 45 scholars with diverse, innovative and multi-disciplinary research interests.  The Head of Reference plays a critical role in the School's research and teaching missions by managing law library reference services, including supervision of two professional librarians, participating in the development of online resources, conducting staff training in reference resources and teaching legal research in the first year research and writing program.  Librarians at Alabama receive generous support for professional development activities such as travel to AALL Annual Meetings and other professional conferences.

Requirements: A law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from an A.B.A.-approved law school and a master's degree (M.L.S., M.S. in L.S., etc.) from an A.L.A.-approved library and information science program plus three years of experience in a position involving legal reference services or research.  Candidates must present evidence of a strong service orientation and legal reference skills.  Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Supervisory and teaching experience is preferred.

To Apply : Interested applicants should apply for this position through the University's online job application service at www.jobs.ua.edu .   Applicants should attach (upload) a cover letter and resume with the names and contact information for three references to their application.  Questions regarding the application procedure can be directed to Robert Marshall, Associate Director of the Law Library, at rmarshal@law.ua.edu .  

Posted February 27, 2009

Reference Librarian

Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP

Position:   Smith Anderson's Law Library is seeking a reference librarian to join our team of skilled professionals.  The reference librarian will fulfill reference requests, participate in training sessions, and file loose-leaf services. 

Since our law firm's founding in 1912, Smith Anderson has grown to become the largest Research Triangle-based business and litigation law firm and one of the largest in North Carolina. Representing diverse organizations with local, state, national and international interests, for our 96-year history our lawyers have remained committed to understanding clients' businesses and customizing legal solutions accordingly. Our commitment also extends to our community and the legal profession.  For more information, go to http://www.smithlaw.com/ .:

Responsibilities:

• provide reference and research services to all Smith Anderson partners and employees;

• work actively to monitor research interests and support employees with projects;

• train and work with new hires;

• conduct research sessions;

• create research guides and other instructional materials in print and electronic formats;

• participate in developing the library's web presence; and

• participate in collection development.

The reference librarian is encouraged and supported in seeking opportunities for professional growth and educational improvement.

Required: A Master's degree in Library Science.

Preferred: The ideal candidate will want to gain experience in a law firm library setting.  This person will demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills as well as leadership and teaching skills.  This position requires an individual with a commitment to service, outstanding organizational and time-management skills, and a strong work ethic.  Candidate should have knowledge of current information technologies, database and Internet searching proficiencies and have knowledge of basic legal research sources and techniques using both print and electronic materials.  In addition, the candidate should have a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation and the ability to work in a collegial and cooperative environment.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with education, skills, and experience. 

Available: The position is available immediately.  To apply submit a cover letter, resume, and the name of three references to Ms. Jaime M. Edge, Director of Library Services, Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP, 150 Fayetteville Street Mall Suite 2500, Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 or by email to Ms. Jaime M. Edge at jedge@smithlaw.com .

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Review of applications will begin May 1, 2009.

Jaime M. Edge, M.L.S. 
Director of Library Services
Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan L.L.P.
2500 Wachovia Capitol Center, Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 838-2053,  FAX (919) 821-6800,  jedge@smithlaw.com

Posted February 19, 2009

Associate Law Librarian for Research and Faculty Services

The Hugh F. MacMillan Law Library at Emory University School of Law is seeking an experienced, energetic, and creative professional to join our team as Associate Law Librarian for Research and Faculty Services. This is a new position that will be instrumental in enhancing and expanding the range and quality of research services offered to library users. A detailed position description is posted at http://www.law.emory.edu/library/position.html .

Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Director of Library Services, the Associate Law Librarian is responsible for planning, implementing, and reviewing all policies and programs related to research and related services for all library user groups, especially members of the Law School faculty. The incumbent also participates directly in these programs and teaches advanced courses related to research. The Associate Law Librarian will supervise the work of four professional staff members. In addition, as part of the Law Library senior management team, the incumbent will work closely with the Director of Library Services and the Associate Law Librarian for Collection Services to develop policies and plans that guide overall library operations.

Required: ABA-accredited J.D.; ALA-accredited M.L.I.S. (or equivalent); six years of successful experience as a law reference librarian; significant supervisory experience.

Salary and Benefits: Salary based on education, qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package, including an array of retirement plans, courtesy scholarships, and support for professional development.

To Apply: To apply, please see the full position description at http://www.law.emory.edu/library/position.html and follow the application instructions contained therein. Emory University is an EEO/AA employer

Posted December 22, 2008

Associate Dean for Information Resources

Florida International University is a diverse research university serving more than 38,000 students.  Its College of Law, authorized by the Florida Legislature in 2000, opened its doors to its Inaugural Class in 2002.  The law school was provisionally approved by the American Bar Association in 2004 and fully approved in 2006, the shortest possible time for attaining full accreditation.  It is presently a candidate for membership in the Association of American Law Schools.

The College of Law is seeking an Associate Dean for Information Resources, with primary responsibilities for the Law Library.  The Associate Dean will have significant responsibility for the development of the collection, for the hiring and supervision of professional, technical, and support staff, and for the management of the information resources of the law library.  The Associate Dean may also play an instructional role in the legal research curriculum of the College of Law and, depending upon qualification, in other curricular offerings.

Substantial experience as director of an academic law library is preferred.  Candidates, in addition to holding a J.D. and a degree in library sciences, should have the credentials for a tenured or tenure-track appointment, which would include significant professional accomplishments and some publications.  The Associate Dean for Information Resources will be a member of the faculty of law; tenure, when awarded, will be in the Law Library.

Review of applications will begin on January 12, 2009.  Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Submit nominations and applications to:

Professor Scott Norberg
Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee
Florida International University
College of Law
RDB 2015
Miami, FL 33199

Statement: FIU is a Member of the State University System of Florida;

FIU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Employer

Electronic Resources Librarian

United States Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit - Miami, FL

Opening Date: December 12, 2008 Closing Date: January 16, 2009 (or until filled)

Developmental Salary Range (CL 27/CL 28): $45,857- $68,164

Performance Salary Potential to: $89,362

The Circuit Library of the 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals is accepting applications for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian. The duty station will be the Federal Courts Library, Miami FL. The incumbent will also serve as the branch librarian for the Federal Courts Library, James Lawrence King Building, in Miami.

Persons interested in applying for this position should submit a cover letter and resume highlighting knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications as they pertain to this position by January 16, 2009 (or until filled) to: Cheryl Vessels Human Resources Manager Eleventh Circuit United States Court of Appeals 56 Forsyth Street, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30303

The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment. Reimbursement for expenses associated with interview(s) and/or relocation is not available. The Electronic Resources Librarian will report to the Circuit Librarian or Deputy Circuit Librarian.

This is a new position created to take the lead in assessing, coordinating, developing and deploying electronic products, services, and digital collections which will add to the information base of the Eleventh Circuit court libraries in Georgia, Florida and Alabama. Additional duties include managing the court library in the James Lawrence King Building, Miami, Florida.

Duties and Responsibilities: Develop, coordinate, maintain, and deploy electronic services and digital collections for research and reference. Manage technical issues associated with electronic resources and coordinate efforts with the acquisitions and reference librarians. Coordinate the promotion of electronic resources and the continued development of current awareness services. Responsible for electronic resources training and the development of supporting materials for library staff and other users. Provide back up support for the administration of the library's internal website and electronic newsletter. Manage one of two branch libraries located in Miami, provide print and electronic resources for judges and their staffs and other court personnel located primarily in the James Lawrence King Building, Miami. Travel within the Southern District of Florida and Eleventh Circuit as needed.

Required Qualifications: M.L.S. degree or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school, two years of library experience including at least one year equivalent to work at CL 25 level. Ability to travel as needed. Applicant must be a United States citizen or eligible to work for the federal government.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
• Knowledge of computer processes and self motivated to implement electronic resources program.
• Demonstrated ability to work with online resources.
• Experience with LexisNexis, Westlaw, HeinOnline, ILS.
• Working knowledge of print and non-print, legal and non-legal resources.
• Basic internet web page development skills
• Familiarity with MicroSoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary. Many of user interactions are with remote users.
• Experience in website design, graphic design, web based delivery of information.
• Experience in library systems with multiple locations.
• Skill in creating newsletters and other outreach materials in print and electronic formats.
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and work independently; accuracy and attention to detail and confidentiality required.
• Ability to handle occasional moderate to heavy physical activity involving lifting and shifting heavy volumes and ability to reach high shelving by standing on a step stool.

Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible experience that provided an opportunity to acquire a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, policies, and theories of library management in general and electronic resource programs in particular. Although law library experience is preferable, other library experience is acceptable.

Employee Benefits: Employees of the United States Courts are entitled to the same benefits as other federal government employees. They are not part of the Civil Service system, however. Some of the benefits of federal service are:

• Paid Vacations: From 13 to 26 days per year depending on length of federal service.

• Paid Holidays: 10 days per year SICK LEAVE 13 days per year

• Health Insurance: Employees may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP), and may choose from plans provided by several insurers. The government contributes up to 75% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.

• Dental/Vision: Employees may participate in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision

• Insurance: Insurance Program (FEDVIP), which is a supplemental insurance program. Premiums are paid in full by the employee, however, the premium is deducted on a pre-tax basis.

• Life Insurance: Employees may participate in the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI).

• Flexible Benefits: Employees may participate in the Federal Judiciary Flexible Benefits Program which includes (1) a Premium Payment Plan which offers employees the choice of having health insurance premiums deducted from their pay either pre-taxes or after-taxes, and (2) a Flexible Spending Account which allows employees to set aside pre-tax money to cover certain health care and dependent care expenses.

• Long-Term Care: Employees may participate in the Federal Judiciary Group Long-Term Insurance Care Program which covers such benefits as community based care, nursing home care, hospice care and caregiver benefit. Spouses, parents, parents-in-law, grandparents, and grandparents-in-law are also eligible.

• Within-Level: Within each salary classification level there are 61 "steps." Based upon salary increases performance, employees within the Developmental Range (steps 1-24) are eligible for step increases every 13 pay periods and employees within the Full Performance Range (steps 25-61) are eligible for step increases annually.

• Time In Service: Time in service with other federal agencies and prior military service is credited for the purpose of computing employee leave and retirement benefits.

• Retirement: Employees contribute 8.45% of their salary toward a retirement plan under the Federal Employees Retirement System, to which the government also contributes. Of that 8.45%, 6.2% goes to social security, 1.45% goes to Medicare, and .8% goes to the FERS Basic Benefit Plan. Employees may also participate in a voluntary tax-deferred Thrift Savings Plan [similar to “401(k)” plans]. Benefits are generally available upon retirement at age 60 with 20 years of service or at an earlier age with 30 years of service. Reduced benefits may be available with fewer years of service. Specific details are available upon request.

THE UNITED STATES COURTS ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS (revised 12/2006)

Posted December 9, 2008 

Head of Public Services 

Florida International University
School: FIU College of Law Library
City: Miami, Florida
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Position No: 33357
Status: full time
Posted: 12/01/08
Deadline: 01/30/09

Florida International University College of Law Library seeks an experienced Head of Public Services who will supervise the public services department; assist in collection development; spend significant time providing reference and information services; and be actively involved in teaching legal research to law students.  For the complete position profile and instructions on how to apply please visit: https://www.fiujobs.org

Only complete applications are guaranteed to be reviewed.

For additional information call 305-348-8019.

Statement:  FIU is a Member of the State University System of Florida; FIU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Employer

Technical Support Specialist

University of the District of Columbia (UDC) 

Selective Placement Factor: none

Submission of Ranking Factors: The following ranking factors will be used in the evaluation process. All applicants must respond specifically to the ranking factor(s). Please describe specific incidents of sustained achievements from your experience that show evidence of the level at which you are applying. You may refer to any experience, education, training, awards, outside activities, etc. that include the degree to which you posses the job related knowledge, skills and abilities described in the ranking factors.

FAILURE TO RESPOND TO ALL RANKING FACTORS WILL ELIMINATE YOU FROM CONSIDERATION.

Ranking Factors :

Ranking Factor #1: Knowledge of and skill in applying IT concepts, principles, methods, and practices.

Ranking Factor #2: Ability to develop operating procedures and design training programs.

Ranking Factor #3: Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Ranking Factor #4: Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

Ranking Factor #5 Ability to analyze, diagnose and resolve user problems encountered when using the allocation program and software.

EEO Statement: All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, source of income, place of residence or business.

Residency Requirement: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency preference at the time of application. An applicant selected for appointment based on District residency will be required to submit proof of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for five consecutive years.

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is in the collective bargaining unit.

How to Apply: Please submit a UDC professional application and résumé to:

Roy Balleste
Director of the Law Library
& Assistant Professor of Law
University of the District of Columbia
David A. Clarke School of Law
Charles M. & Hilda H. M. Mason Law Library
4200 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
rballeste@udc.edu
202-274-7354

Posted November 24, 2008 

Director of the Law Library

St. Thomas University Law School Library

The St. Thomas University Law School invites applications from candidates for its Law Library Director.  An ABA accredited law degree and an ALA accredited library degree are required, along with significant experience in an academic law library.  The directorship is a tenured or tenure-track position with a rank and salary commensurate with the successful applicant's experience.  An active role in teaching courses in advanced legal research is desirable.

St. Thomas' Alex A. Hanna Law Library plays a central role in the life of the law school.  The school is looking for an individual who will maintain the tradition of excellence in the Library's collection and acquisitions programs.  We are also looking for someone who will bring superb management skills to the direction of a customer service oriented team.  The law library is 330,000+ volume and volume equivalents, housed in a 24,000 square foot facility, with a library staff composed of six full time librarians (including the Director) and 11 FTE paraprofessionals.  The law library serves a student body of 600+ law students, 37 full-time faculty members, and a number of adjunct faculty.

The law library director reports to the Dean of the Law School, is a tenure track member of the law school faculty, participates in the committee work of the law school, and in the faculty governance of the law school.  Candidates should be engaged in their professional community of law librarianship.  The Law School is an ABA accredited institution, a member of the American Association of Law Schools, and places a substantial emphasis on faculty scholarship, including that of the law librarian.  

The Law School is located on the campus of St. Thomas University, a Catholic university in Southern Florida with a 150 acre campus, with a highly diverse student body.  The school is located in Miami Gardens, Florida, and the cities of Miami and South Beach are minutes away, with the Atlantic Ocean just to the East and the Everglades to the West of the Law School.  Travel to and from the area is easy and the climate very salubrious.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume, and list three references.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The St. Thomas University Law School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. 

Applications or inquiries should be sent to:

Prof. John Makdisi
Chair, Search Committee
St. Thomas University Law School
16401 N.W. 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL  33054
jmakdisi@stu.edu 

Posted November 17, 2008 

Associate Dean for Library & Information Technology 

Charleston School of Law

The Charleston School of Law seeks an experienced, creative, and innovative law librarian to provide leadership directing the Sol Blatt Jr. Library, a premier academic law library and a leader of the new generation of academic libraries, located in Charleston, South Carolina. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of the Library and the Information Technology focusing on the implementation of an innovative and highly engaging environment for learning and teaching

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include selection, hiring and retention of personnel; preparation of library budget; drafting and implementation of library services and collection development policies; design, implementation, and evaluation of technology applications related to library, network infrastructure, and education while supporting ongoing teaching and research of faculty, students, and the Law School's workflow. The Library Director is a member of the Faculty (tenure or tenure track) and has teaching duties

Required: JD from an ABA accredited school; MLS from an ALA accredited School; significant administrative and supervisory experience in academic libraries.

Preferred: Commensurate with experience

Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with experience

To Apply: The search will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply submit resume, cover letter and names of three references to:

Prof. Randall Bridwell
Charleston School of Law
81 Mary Street
Charleston, SC 29403
rbridwell@charlestonlaw.edu 

Reference Librarian 

Florida A&M University College of Law Library, Orlando, FL

Position Type: Faculty
Position Number: 19131
Contract Period: 12 month
Location: College of Law
FTE: 1.0
Salary Range: Negotiable
Deadline: Tuesday January 6, 2009

Qualifications : The ideal candidate must possess an MLS from an ALA accredited library school. 

Preferred: J. D. from an ABA accredited law school strongly preferred.  Experience in an academic or law library environment preferred: requires a thorough understanding of legal research methodology, and online legal and inter disciplinary research systems and sources; ability to work with a diverse community: and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Online application at:  http://www.famu.edu/hr/UserFiles/File/Employment_Application04-08.pdf

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SENT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE IN TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA PRIOR TO ANY CONSIDERATION. 

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University: All qualified applicants, including the disabled, will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, or age except as provided by law.

FAMU will employ only United States citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans as required by Florida Statutes.

Reference checks and background screenings are conditions of employment: Under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you do not want your email address released in response to a public records request, do not send email to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing. 

Evening Reference Librarian 

Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library - The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law 

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library is seeking candidates for the position of Evening Reference Librarian. The regular hours for this position are Sunday-Thursday, Noon - 8 p.m. A full description of the position is available at http://lib.law.cua.edu/home/libinfo/employment.htm#Fulltime . 

Responsibilities : Provide reference assistance to patrons in person, by telephone or chat service; provide legal research instruction in classroom settings; provide substantial research assistance to faculty; prepare bibliographies and other research guides; supervise student staff and security officer evenings and weekends. 

Required : Juris Doctor (J.D.) and a Master's of Library Science (M.L.S). Two years experience as a professional librarian, preferably in the reference department of a law library. Substantial experience in a legal environment (four or more years in a law library) may substitute for the J.D. degree.

Available immediately. Position will remain open until filled, but resumes received by December 15th will receive first consideration.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and three references to:

Elizabeth Edinger, Associate Director and Head of Public Services
Catholic University of America
Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library
3600 John McCormack Rd., N.E.
Washington, DC 2006 

Posted November 3, 2008 

Reference Librarian

Georgetown Law Library seeks an energetic librarian to provide extensive reference service to the Law Center's faculty and students by participating in the reference desk rotation including evenings and weekends, individual research consultations, writing research guides, and participating in other law library instructional programs as needed.

Required: M.L.S. degree from an ALA-accredited library school; knowledge of legal materials, and excellent communications skills.

Preferred: J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or significant law library experience. Experience with legal research materials, including online legal databases. Awareness of current trends in legal research, library automation and library instructional programs. Familiarity in working with international and comparative legal materials. Preferably one to three years of professional experience in a law or academic library, and experience with teaching legal research.

Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To Apply: Send a resume and names of three references to libraryjobs@law.georgetown.edu or by mail to:

Margaret A. Fry, Associate Librarian for Administration
Georgetown Law Library
111 G Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20001

A full job description is available here: http://www.ll.georgetown.edu/about/openings.cfm

Georgetown University is an EOE/AA employer.

Library Technician

Requisition ID: 6640 Position immediately available.

IAP World Services Inc. requires a Library Technician services to perform contract work for the U.S. Geological Survey Library in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Duties include working under the guidelines and procedures of the Headquarter Library Cataloging Department, balancing workload to ensure smooth workflow, coordinating all technical services (including bar coding, inventory, online record maintenance, receiving and processing library material, and preservation of library materials), training staff, answering questions of employees on procedures and policies of the technical service section, and cataloging.

Cataloging responsibilities include:

Full copy cataloging of new materials involves the following procedures:

• Assigning call number to items cataloged
• Identifying the best OCLC record for the piece either for full cataloging or editing intermediate or minimal records to meet the standards of USGS cataloging
• Completion of cataloging involving the importing the records into the Horizon database and bar coding the pieces.

Intermediate cataloging of item records on the Horizon system conducted on materials that do not need full cataloging. This procedure makes it possible to find item records in the database and allows the item to circulate.

Inputing temporary records for serials, monographs, maps, AV materials, etc. that need full cataloging on Horizon. This procedure makes items accessible while the item is waiting for full cataloging from the Reston Library's cataloging unit. Selected items receive a call number and are processed so they can be located in the library collections. Title pages and other information needed for cataloging are forwarded to Reston catalogers for original cataloging.

Starting Salary: $14.08/ hr plus $3.24/hr Health and Welfare benefits waiving remuneration Qualified candidates must be able to perform normal office duties, use general office systems, and operate computer equipment.

IAP World Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with the above experience and qualifications are requested to submit a resume through the IAP World Services website at www.iapws.com/careers.

Lloyd S. French, Program Manager
IAP Worldwide Services, Inc.
7315 North Atlantic Avenue
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
321.784.7398 office, 321.745.5395 mobile
321.784.7264 fax

Posted October 9, 2008 

Reference Librarian

The Hugh F. MacMillan Law Library at Emory University School of Law is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and service-oriented professional to join our team as Assistant Law Librarian for Reference.  This is a full-time position, available immediately.  A brief description of the position appears below.  A complete position description is posted here: http://www.law.emory.edu/library/position.html 

Responsibilities Include: Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, reference librarians provide high-quality legal and non-legal reference assistance to law library users; provide extensive support for law faculty research and teaching through an active library liaison program; participate in collection development in assigned subject areas; and advise the Associate Director and the Director of Library Services on library policy and strategic planning.   

Required Qualifications Include: M.L.I.S (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited institution and J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; substantial experience conducting research using electronic and print resources; and demonstrated commitment to a high level of service. 

To Apply: Please see the position description posted here: http://www.law.emory.edu/library/position.html  

We will begin accepting applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer