legal research librarian

University of the Pacific

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Job Title</b></div> <div>Legal Research &amp; Instruction Librarian</div>
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<div><div><b>Union Level</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Sacramento Campus &amp; Law Library</div>
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<div><div><b>Campus</b></div> <div>Sacramento
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<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>201304260P</div>
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<div><div><b>Full or Part Time</b></div> <div>Full Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Number of Months</b></div> <div>12</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Position End Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Open Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Close Date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University<br>
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.<br>
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship</b></div>
<div>This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Summary Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Primary Purpose</b></div>
<div>The Legal Reference Librarian provides expert research support to faculty and students, offering guidance in U.S., foreign, and international law sources. The position delivers reference services, develops and maintains research guides, and contributes guest lectures and instructional sessions across the curriculum. The librarian oversees collection development, ensuring resources align with teaching and scholarship needs. Additional responsibilities may include teaching an advanced legal research course and supporting the integration of library services into academic programs.</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Functions</b></div>
<div><div><b>Provide In-Depth Legal Research Assistance</b></div><ul>
<li>Deliver expert research support to faculty and students.</li>
<li>Offer individualized research consultations and assist with scholarship and course preparation.</li>
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</ul><div><b>Design and Lead Legal Research Instruction</b></div><ul>
<li>Teach research-focused guest lectures for doctrinal and skills faculty upon request.</li>
<li>Potentially teach or co-teach an <b>Advanced Legal Research (</b><b>ALR</b><b>)</b> course or subject-specific research seminars.</li>
</ul><div><b>Oversee Collection Development and Evaluation</b></div><ul>
<li>Manage selection, assessment, and deselection of print and electronic resources to support the law school&rsquo;s teaching, research, and curricular needs.</li>
<li>Cultivate vendor relationships and monitor budget allocations for collection areas.</li>
</ul><div><b>Create and Maintain Online Research Guides</b></div><ul>
<li>Write, update, and curate high-quality digital research guides (e.g., LibGuides) to support student learning, faculty research, and library programming.</li>
<li>Ensure guides reflect current legal research tools and best practices.</li>
</ul><div><b>Develop Expertise in Foreign, Comparative &amp; International Law (</b><b>FCIL</b><b>) Research</b></div><ul><li>
Serve as the library&rsquo;s resource in FCIL by building specialized collections, maintaining awareness of international legal databases, and assisting with research involving foreign jurisdictions or international organizations.</li></ul><div><b>
Support Library Instructional and Scholarly Technology</b></div><ul><li>
Assist users in accessing and effectively using legal research platforms and digital tools. Contribute to library workshops, orientations, and training sessions.</li></ul><div><b>
Professional Development &amp; Additional Duties</b></div><ul><li>
Participates in professional activities and continuing education; performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div>
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University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>MLIS from an ALA accredited school.</li>
<li>JD from an ABA-accredited law school.</li>
<li>Proficiency with Lexis, Westlaw, internet and online research tools and techniques, and instructional technology.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, oral, written communication and organizational skills.</li>
<li>A strong public service attitude.</li>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Demonstrated knowledge in using Microsoft Word and Excel to organize, analyze and manipulate data sets and information.</li>
<li>Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.</li>
<li>Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.</li>
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<div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b></div>
<div>This is an in-person role, and the successful candidate must be willing to relocate within California, preferably within 25 miles of the Sacramento Pacific campus.<br>
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The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br>
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Valid driver&rsquo;s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University&rsquo;s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.</div>
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<div><div><b>Hiring Range</b></div> <div>$80,000 - $100,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<div>All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.<br>
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<b>AB 810</b> Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.<br>
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<div><div><b>Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement</b></div>
<div>University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Legal Research & Instruction Librarian

Queens District Attorney's Office

The Queens County District Attorney's Office has an opening for a Reference Law Librarian. In this position the Librarian is responsible for maintaining all physical library materials and offering legal and other types of research services to the entire office.
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<b>Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</b><br>
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<li>Order and distribute books and other written legal materials throughout the office</li>
<li>Maintain and access a wide array of legal reference materials</li>
<li>Provide expert, in-depth legal research assistance to a diverse user base</li>
<li>Access and research legislative history, such as bill jackets and floor debates, for criminal and related statutes</li>
<li>Research criminal justice policy related articles, data reports, and law reviews for members of the office</li>
<li>Engage in person-to-person and zoom conferences to discuss research issues</li>
<li>Teach members of the office how to effectively use a wide array of resources, including print materials, online catalogs, and specialized legal, medical, psychological and other databases. This includes developing and teaching formal research classes or workshops</li>
<li>Develop and maintain research guides, pathfinders, bibliographies, and other instructional materials in various formats (print, web-based, video tutorials) to help users navigate complex legal information efficiently</li>
<li>Manage a budget, collect usage data, and contribute to the development and implementation of library policies</li>
<li>Work with other library departments, legal educators, and external organizations to promote library services, develop programs, and align resources with current legal trends and educational needs.</li>
<li>Facilitate interlibrary loans</li>
<li>Research expert witnesses and maintain an expert witness database</li>
<li>Perform related duties</li>
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Minimum Qualification Requirement, candidates must possess the following:
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<li>Bachelor's degree</li>
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<b>Preferred Requirements/Skills:</b><br>
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<li>Master of Library Science (MLS) degree</li>
<li>Experience in legal research or library work</li>
<li>Excellent Microsoft Office and computer skills</li>
<li>Excellent Electronic Information search strategies and techniques</li>
<li>Superior organizational, time management, writing and communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple assignments</li>
<li>Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff</li>
<li>Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow</li>
<li>Ability to work independently</li>
<li>Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and high concern for accuracy</li>
<li>Strong communication skills both written and oral</li>
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<b>Application Information:</b><br>
<b>Salary Range:</b> $87,000 – $97,000 (commensurate with experience)
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The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
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To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through the link below:

Reference Law Librarian

University of New Mexico

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<div><div><div><div><b>Requisition ID</b></div> <div>req36151</div>
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<div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>Reference and Outreach Librarian</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Grade</b></div> <div>12</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
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The UNM School of Law Library seeks an experienced Reference and Outreach Librarian. This position reports to the Reference and Outreach Supervisor and is assigned to work full-time at the School of Law.</p><p><b>
Main duties include:</b></p><ul><li>
Provide complex and specialized reference services, both remotely and in-person, by assisting library patrons who are engaged in legal research.</li><li>
Complete legal research projects with varying levels of complexity and with both short-term and long-term deadlines.</li><li>
Provide legal research instruction to students, legal and information professionals, and other patron groups.</li><li>
Assist with public services, collections, and systems projects.</li></ul><br>
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See the Position Description for additional information.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Conditions of Employment</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
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Bachelor's degree; at least 4 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.</p><p>
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.</p></div></div><br>
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<div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Juris Doctorate;</li><li>
Master of Library Science or equivalent;</li><li>
Experience using technology tools for teaching, presentations, promotional campaigns, or digital content creation;</li><li>
Skill in the use of the Springshare suite;</li><li>
Ability to build and maintain relationships and coordinate projects with the greater UNM community; faculty and students from other educational institutions, the New Mexico legal community, state and tribal government and court system employees, public libraries, and members of the general public;</li><li>
Experienced in University of New Mexico systems and administrative processes.</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Additional Requirements</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Campus</b></div> <div>Main - Albuquerque, NM</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Law Library (963A)</div>
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<div><div><b>Employment Type</b></div> <div>Staff</div>
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<div><div><b>Staff Type</b></div> <div>Regular - Full-Time</div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Status</b></div> <div>Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay</b></div> <div>Monthly: $3,884.53 - $5,399.33
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<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.</div>
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<div><div><b>ERB Statement</b></div> <div>As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Required</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>For Best Consideration Date</b></div> <div>4/2/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Eligible for Remote Work</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Eligible for Remote Work Statement</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Application Instructions</b></div>
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<p>Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.</p>
Include a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references (supervisory preferred).</div><br>
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<div><div><p><b>Positions posted with a Staff Type of </b><b><i>Regular</i></b><b> or </b><b><i>Term</i></b><b> are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the </b><b>Veteran Preference Program webpage </b><b>for additional details.
</b></p><p>The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.</p>
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The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Reference and Outreach Librarian

Saint Mary's University

<div><p>The Scholarly Initiatives Law Librarian provides specialized law research and reference services and consultation to support law students, faculty, staff, and library patrons in traditional and virtual environments. The position is responsible for evolving law library services, innovatively to be responsive to the legal research and cross-disciplinary needs in support of the scholarship. This is a professional librarian position without faculty status and non-tenure track.<br>
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<p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Provides both quick reference and in-depth research services using a variety of legal and non-legal resources, determines the appropriate resources, conducts in-depth inquiries to clarify the subject, scope, and purpose of requests.</li><li>
Designs, implements, integrates, and assesses library/information research and reference related aids, online tools, modules, OERs, tutorials, and other digital experiences that develop knowledge of and expertise in library resources that enhance research and reference skills.</li><li>
Provides assistance to faculty with online learning platforms, engagement support, and programs including course-integrated instruction.
</li><li>Participates in Law Library collection development efforts, including selection, assessment, and management of resources and makes recommendations to leadership; serves as liaison to vendors.</li><li>
Identifies new resources and maintains awareness services and systems related to law librarianship, legal education, and pedagogy; explores new and emerging legal research methods and technologies, including those supporting data and analytics research.
</li><li>Coordinates and maintains content for the Library's website and social media that provide a quality user experience; Ensures interactive user engagement with with web tools and aids; evaluates and improves the discoverability and usability of patron-facing systems; works closely with IT personnel on pertinent issues.</li><li>
Develops and implements outreach activities to engage the law school community; presents to legal programs, tours, orientations, guest lectures, clinics and workshops.
</li><li>Makes recommendations to leadership on policies and operational changes and advancements related to various systems, including but not limited to systems administration decisions and ongoing maintenance.
</li><li>Adapts technology in support of library reference and services; utilizes electronic and print resources to support all aspects of litigation, case law, legislative, statutory, and regulatory research.</li><li>
Represents the School of Law and the greater university and the profession; engages and contributes to the profession and grows professionally through substantive involvement in committee work, research, publishing and/or participation in professional organizations at national, regional, section, and local levels.</li><li>
Creates and provides training to faculty, staff, and other groups on content of databases, library resources, and other research and bibliographical tools (collateral, research guides, checklists, etc.).</li><li>
Assists faculty with online dissemination of scholarly publications.</li><li>
Trains and supervises research assistants, e.g., Dean's Research Fellows.</li><li>
Participates in university, library, and community committees, organizations, and meetings, working collaboratively with colleagues.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></p><ul><li>J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school required
</li><li>Master's degree from an ALA accredited library school required (or foreign equivalent)
</li><li>J.D. individuals that have been accepted into a MLS Program encouraged to apply.
</li><li>2-3 years of law library experience preferred. Candidates with experience or strong aptitude conducting in-depth legal research, including general litigation experience (case law, expert witness research, etc.); experience and/or know extensive knowledge of legal bibliography and legal research techniques in multiple formats; or, fluency with new and emerging technologies as they relate to information literacy, legal practice, are encouraged to apply.
</li><li>Must clear and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with library information technology, systems, products and delivery technologies that support access to library materials;</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams (Zoom or Other Virtual Environments). Demonstrated proficiency with PowerPoint, LibGuides, TRG's Quest, social media platforms and web-based communication, information and collaboration tools.</li><li>
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong public relations and customer service skills with an ability to implement diplomacy and discretion at all times; ability to work effectively with communities across the university.</li><li>
Must have a high attention to detail and be able to organize workflow, coordinate activities, balance simultaneous projects without loss of efficiency in a multi-tasked environment, and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.</li><li>
Must have high ethical standards and a strong sense of confidentiality; ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines; thrive in a complex work environment; displays solid problem solving and interpersonal skills; works well independently and as part of a team.</li><li>
Must be able to work in a culture that is committed to furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Library staff with a strong service orientation.</li><li>
May be required to work more than 40 hours a week, depending on the event schedule.</li><li>
Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish with the ability to understand and to make oneself understood to Spanish-speaking individuals).</li></ul><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
</b></p><ul><li>Working conditions are in an office environment and university campus setting. Must be able to move across the university campus to conduct day to day business.
</li><li>While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.</li><li>
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.</li><li>
Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner.</li>
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.<br>
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<p><i>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></p><p><br>
St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Scholarly Initiatives Librarian (Law, Research)

Travis County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>Under general supervision, performs and coordinates routine library work conducting research and providing legal and non-legal reference services to judges, officials, employees, legal community and the public. Provides information and materials in response to requests and acquiring and organizing library resources.</p><div><b><br>
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:</b></div><p><br>
This is the second in a series of four law library-related job classifications within the Professional Support job family. This classification performs a mixture of specialty functions that combine public and technical functions. Maintains expertise in print and electronic search strategies.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Performs reference, research and technical services to county constituency, as well as Travis County employees.
</li><li>Serves as an information consultant to access primary and secondary legal resources, conducts bibliographic instruction in use of print and electronic materials.
</li><li>Performs complex legal research for judges, staff attorneys, Elected and Appointed officials, and Travis County litigants. Conducts computer assisted searches of primary and secondary legal authorities. Searches periodicals and journals for articles addressing state policies or legal doctrine. Stays current on newly enacted laws which may change or replace information given to patrons or help with policy decisions for the library.
</li><li>Oversees circulation of library materials and use of library equipment. Files, shelves, and weeds collection to maintain current information and accessibility. Catalogs new publications.
</li><li>Coordinates inventory of supplies and orders depleted materials. Answers phone and walk-in requests for basic information and/or makes referrals. May direct clerical staff in performing technical duties. Updates CD-ROM LAN with new disks from legal services.
</li><li>Performs other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
Master's degree in Library Science AND two (2) years professional librarian experience;<br>
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OR,<br>
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Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.<br>
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<b>Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:</b><br>
None required.<br>
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<b>Preferred:</b><br>
Bilingual in English and Spanish<br>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b><br>
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<b>Knowledge of:</b></p><ul><li>
Library science and information technology.</li><li>
Acquisitions and collections development practices and standards.</li><li>
Federal, State, Local and County laws, rules, regulations and guidelines applicable to Libraries.</li><li>
Federal, State, Local and County laws, rules, regulations and guidelines applicable to Records Management.</li><li>
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.</li><li>
On-line automated library system software and hardware as well as other relevant computer applications.</li><li>
Online legal research tools and databases and the Internet.</li><li>
Standard practices in area of assignment.</li><li>
Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.</li><li>
Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.</li></ul><b>
Skill in:</b><ul><li>
Problem-solving and decision-making.</li><li>
Conducting research.</li><li>
Both verbal and written communication.</li></ul><b>
Ability to:</b><ul><li>
Use and explain library equipment, facilities and files.</li><li>
Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.</li><li>
Research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of memorandums or reports.</li><li>
Read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental support staff, attorneys, judges, clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Environment &amp; Other Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 20-50 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, carrying, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting, lifting moderately heavy equipment or boxes to perform the essential functions.<br>
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Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.<br>
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Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday.<br>
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Location: Travis County Law Library, 1700 Guadalupe Street, 2nd floor, Austin, TX 78701<br>
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Department: Community Legal Services<br>
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Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.<br>
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For updates or questions on this position, contact: Lisa.Rush@traviscountytx.gov<br>
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<b>This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.</b></p></div></div></div>

Law Librarian

University of Texas at Austin

<div><div>Job Posting Title:</div>
Reference Librarian, Tarlton Law Library<div>
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Hiring Department:</div>
School of Law<div>
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Position Open To:</div>
All Applicants<div>
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:</div>
40<div>
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FLSA Status:</div>
Exempt<div>
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Earliest Start Date:</div>
Immediately<div>
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Position Duration:</div>
Expected to Continue<div>
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Location:</div>
UT MAIN CAMPUS<div>
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Job Details:</div><div>
General Notes</div><div><div>
The University of Texas School of Law</div> strives to create and promote an environment that values kindness and mutual respect and a culture that provides a deep sense of belonging for each member of our community.</div><div></div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin provides an outstanding benefits package to staff, including:</div><ul><li><div>
Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%; family premiums at 50%)</div></li><li><div>
Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options</div></li><li><div>
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays</div></li><li><div>
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan)</div></li><li><div>
Additional voluntary retirement programs: tax sheltered annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b)</div></li><li><div>
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses</div></li><li><div>
Training and conference opportunities</div></li><li><div>
Tuition assistance</div></li><li><div>
Athletic ticket discounts</div></li><li><div>
Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums</div></li><li><div>
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
For more details, please see: <div>https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits</div> and <div>https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards</div></div><div></div><div>
Purpose</div><div>
The Reference Librarian is part of the library's public services staff and participates in a variety of the library's functions, including providing reference services and faculty research support, classroom teaching and other instructional activities.</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Provide reference services to students and staff of the law school, as well as the university community at large, members of the bar, and the general public.</div></li><li><div>
Provide research and reference services to law school faculty, including support through the library&rsquo;s liaison program.</div></li><li><div>
Participate in basic and advanced legal research course preparation and teaching.</div></li><li><div>
Participate in the library&rsquo;s orientation programs and conduct tours. Develop and offer instructional sessions and outreach programs to educate students on legal research strategies and sources.</div></li><li><div>
Serve as a resource on emerging legal research technology, including AI-assisted systems.</div></li><li><div>
Other related functions as assigned.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required Qualifications</div><div>
A JD from an ABA-accredited law school is required. Candidates must have a master&rsquo;s degree in Library or Information Science (MLS or equivalent degree) from an accredited program or be enrolled in a MLS (or equivalent) program. Applicants must have a strong service orientation and an interest in innovation. Applicants must have a demonstrated exemplary work record, professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Applicants must have excellent organizational, time-management and analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.</div><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><div>
Teaching experience and experience in an academic law library. One or more years of experience practicing law. Experience or interest in emerging legal technology, including the use of AI research platforms.</div><div></div><div>
Salary Range</div><div>
$90,000</div><div></div><div>
Working Conditions</div><div>
May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual dexterity. Lifting and moving. Will staff public service station. May include light pushing or lifting. Work hours may include occasional evenings, weekends and some holidays during peak periods to meet deadlines. This position is eligible for up to one day of remote work per week after successful completion of an initial training period of six months.</div><div></div><div>
Required Materials</div><ul><li><div>
Resume/CV</div></li><li><div>
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor</div></li><li><div>
Letter of interest</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.</div><div></div><div>
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.</div><div>
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Employment Eligibility:</div>
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.<div>
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:</div>
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.<div>
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Background Checks:</div><div>
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.</div><div>
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Equal Opportunity Employer:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin, as an <div>equal opportunity/affirmative action employer</div>, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.</div><div>
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Pay Transparency:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor&rsquo;s legal duty to furnish information.</div><div>
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Employment Eligibility Verification:</div><div>
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original <div>documents</div> to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.</div><div>
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E-Verify:</div><div>
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university&rsquo;s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:</div><ul><li><div>
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish)</div> [PDF]</li><li><div>
Right to Work Poster (English)</div> [PDF]</li><li><div>
Right to Work Poster (Spanish)</div> [PDF]</li></ul><div>
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Compliance:</div><div>
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in <div>HOP-3031</div>.</div><div></div><div>
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may <div>access the most recent report here</div> or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.</div></div>

Reference Librarian, Tarlton Law Library

Air Line Pilots Association, International

<div>External Description:
<div><b>
Research &amp; Information Librarian</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The <b>Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA)</b>, the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 80,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Research &amp; Information Librarian for our McLean, Virginia, office. The Association&rsquo;s Economic &amp; Financial Analysis <b>Research &amp; Information Librarian </b>maintains core resources used by Association staff and members, including archives, industry data, contracts, and historical records that support research and decision-making. Working with technology and data specialists, this role manages information collections and digital resources to ensure effective access to both internal and external information. The Librarian provides specialized research services, develops information products for use across multiple digital platforms, and creates actionable intelligence for the department and its staff.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position requires professional expertise in information management, digital resources, and research services. The Librarian works independently to prioritize assignments, anticipate information needs, and ensure appropriate access and responsible use of resources in an evolving digital environment.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Travel: 0 - 10%.</b></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws. We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.</i></b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.</b></div><div>
ALPA is a member-driven, staff supported, union with two internal professional unions.</div><div><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Library Science, Information Science, Information Studies, or related field from an accredited institution required; advanced degree preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Three (3) or more years of professional library, research, and/or information services experience required; five (5) or more years strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience conducting research, analysis, and dissemination of complex information for decision support.</li><li>
Proficiency with digital library platforms, content management systems, and online research databases.</li><li>
Proficiency organizing and maintaining information resources using digital tools, metadata, and naming standards.</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 collaboration environments (SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive), including document libraries, metadata, and access management.</li><li>
Prior experience supporting labor relations, legal research, and/or industry analysis strongly preferred; ALPA experience a plus.</li><li>
Airline/aviation industry knowledge strongly preferred.</li><li>
Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</li></ul><div>
Physical Demands:</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.</i></div><div><br>
</div><p>Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet. Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.</p><p></p><p><br>
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally). Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.</p><p></p><p><br>
Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.). While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs. (Assistance may not always be available.)</p><p></p><div><b><br>
ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:</b></div><br>
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401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 12% <b>plus</b> 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment. <b>No employee contribution required!</b> The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule.</li><li>
Generous health care benefits on day one &ndash; PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children;</li><li>
15 days paid vacation and 13 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year;</li><li>
Generous sick and bereavement leave;</li><li>
Competitive parental leave;</li><li>
Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance;</li><li>
Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts;</li><li>
Retiree health plan;</li><li>
Education Assistance Program; and,</li><li>
Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available.</li><li>
Partial remote work opportunities.</li></ul><p></p><div><i><br>
PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $72,181.00 &ndash; $103,118.00</i></div><p></p><div><b><br>
Relocation not provided.</b></div><div><b>
Sponsorship not available for this position.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
PM19</b></div></div><p></p>

Research & Information Librarian

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