Assistant Law Librarian – Technical Services Job in Akron 44325, Ohio Us
The Law Library at The University of Akron is accepting applications for Assistant Law Librarian-Technical Services.
Included duties will be to oversee all aspects of the law library's cataloging and processing functions. Compile statistical data and coordinate technical services. Perform various cataloging procedures for all types of library resources. Supervise the work activities of the Technical Services staff while providing assistance and support when necessary. Direct supervision and evaluation of work as a first-line supervisor for non-exempt staff including hiring, terminating, and disciplining. Represent the law library on committees and in meetings with the law library staff, faculty or outside organizations. Provide legal reference services and government document reference services and instruction to the Law School's faculty, staff, and students as well as the general public. Maintain a familiarity with legal reference sources, legal publications, and online sources. Teach a legal research course for law students and perform related duties. Share in evening and weekend reference rotation. For more information about the Law Library, visit our web site at http://www.uakron.edu/law/library /.
A Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school and a minimum of two years experience working in a library cataloging or technical services department is required. Working knowledge of reference sources, online cataloging and serial control subsystems is required. Computer skills including word processing, e-mail, and online database capabilities is required. The ability to instruct students, perform legal research, and prior supervisory skills is required. Preferred Qualifications: A Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school, one to three years experience working in a law library cataloging or technical services department, experience cataloging using an Integrated Library System (ILS) such as Innovative Interfaces' Millennium, and have supervisory experience in a library setting. Experience with the Federal Depository Library Program, one to three years experience working in a law library or similar setting providing legal reference services using both print and online resources. And experience using Lexis, Westlaw and other legal databases, including experience with Internet-based legal research, including emerging electronic resources,( eg. Google Scholar, electronic journals, on-line court dockets and current legislative materials, etc). Prior experience with general social science research/ resources, and prior teaching experience. Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate collaboration and teamwork, along with strong verbal/written and communication skills. Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills. A commitment to continuous service improvement, innovation, and a strong service ethic in assisting library patrons.
For complete details and to apply for this position, visit: http://www.uakron.edu/jobs /. Requisition number: 006037.
The University of Akron is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.