Associate Law Librarian for Research Services

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Associate Law Librarian for Research Services
Duties: Under the general supervision of the Director of Library Services, will be responsible for planning, implementing, and reviewing all policies and programs related to research, instruction, and related services for all library user groups, participates directly in these programs, and teaches courses related to research. Will supervise the work of five professional staff members. In addition, as part of the Law Library senior management team, will work closely with the Library Director, the Associate Law Librarian for Collection Services, and Head of Access Services to develop policies and plans that guide overall library operations. Reference and Information Literacy. Manages the operations of the reference desk, including scheduling, staff training, evaluation and policy development. Works with the faculty of the Law School to ensure that students receive the best possible training in research. Plans and directs information literacy programs for Law School students and other key user groups. Participates directly in reference and user instruction programs. Teaches courses in advanced legal research. Faculty Research Support. Plans, directs, and promotes the Library’s program for supporting Law School faculty information needs. Oversees the work of librarians in providing research support. Evaluates the effectiveness of these services and implements beneficial changes. Participates directly in faculty support. User Technology. Handles ongoing relations with Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other providers of online legal information resources. Identifies, evaluates and implements current and emerging technologies to maximize usage of the Library’s electronic resources. Consults with the other members of the Library senior management team on the public interface for the Law Library catalog. Evaluates and assesses emerging research, training, and communication technologies for the Law Library. Service Promotion and Communications. Plans and coordinates the promotion of library services, communications, and outreach efforts of the Law Library. Directs and participates in the preparation of research guides, bibliographies, and other publications of the Law Library. Coordinates with the Head of Access Services and the Assistant Law Librarian for Outreach Services to organize and manage public events hosted by the Law Library. Represents the Law Library on Law School and university library committees and in professional organizations. Administration and Supervision. Hires, trains, and supervises all professional staff members of the Research and Services department. Advises the Director of Library Services regarding departmental staffing and budgetary needs. As part of the Law Library senior management team, works closely with the Director of Library Services, the Associate Law Librarian for Collection Services, and Head of Access Services to develop and implement policies and plans that guide overall library operations.

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