LRES Corporation
School of Law Library, Reference Librarian, Non-Tenure Track
LRES Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago.Position Details
Job Title:
School of Law Library, Reference Librarian, Non-Tenure TrackPosition Number:
N/AJob Category:
University FacultyJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
LAW LIBRARYDuties and Responsibilities
The Loyola University School of Law Library seeks a collegial, intellectually curious, and service-oriented professional to join our team as a Reference Librarian.The Reference Librarian will join a highly skilled team of law librarians in providing sophisticated research support for faculty, students, and staff; research instruction to students; and reference assistance to members of the bar. Our Law Library team shares responsibility for creating a learning and working environment that supports diversity, equity, and belonging for all students, staff, faculty, and members of the bar.Reporting to the Director of the Law Library, the Reference Librarian will have the following responsibilities:Provide high-quality reference services, research support, and instructional services to the Loyola University Chicago Law School community and to other Law Library users.Teach in the Law Library’s Basic Legal Research program, a required first-year course which is a separate component of the first-year Legal Writing course.Support faculty members engaged in scholarly research as part of the Law Library’s faculty liaison program.Create and maintain asynchronous learning tools, including research guides and online tutorials.Stay abreast of new developments in library reference, research, and instructional services.Serve on Law School, University Libraries, and other relevant committees.Possibility of teaching an Advanced Legal Research course as an Adjunct.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong customer service ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with diverse patrons and colleagues.Effective oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills in both one-on-one and group settings.Legal research proficiency, including knowledge of key legal research sources and how best to use them in a variety of formats, or the demonstrated potential for rapid growth into such skills.A commitment to innovation, including comfort with technology and proficiency with a variety of library-related technologies and applications.Strong analytical/problem solving skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment.The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Demonstrated enthusiasm for law librarianship and the librarian profession, including knowledge of professional librarianship concepts, principles, and practices and a commitment to staying abreast of new developments.Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.A commitment to an inclusive learning environment.Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.MLS (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited institution. Students who are making satisfactory progress in a qualified MLS degree program will be considered.Preferred Qualifications:At least three years of prior experience working in research and reference services in a law library.Demonstrated successful experience teaching law students and partnering with law faculty on research projects.Experience with faculty scholarship platforms such as SSRN and BePress Digital Commons preferred.Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to
https://www.careers.luc.edu/ . In their letters, candidates should include their demonstrated engagement with diversity, equity, and inclusion. They also should provide the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Contact Information
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee:Joseph MitzenmacherReference and Electronic Services Librarian and Adjunct Professor of LawPhilip H. Corboy Law CenterLoyola Law Library25 E. Pearson St.Chicago, IL 60611(312) 915-6844jmitze1@luc.eduDiversity and Inclusion Statement
Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness.
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Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago.Position Details
Job Title:
School of Law Library, Reference Librarian, Non-Tenure TrackPosition Number:
N/AJob Category:
University FacultyJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
LAW LIBRARYDuties and Responsibilities
The Loyola University School of Law Library seeks a collegial, intellectually curious, and service-oriented professional to join our team as a Reference Librarian.The Reference Librarian will join a highly skilled team of law librarians in providing sophisticated research support for faculty, students, and staff; research instruction to students; and reference assistance to members of the bar. Our Law Library team shares responsibility for creating a learning and working environment that supports diversity, equity, and belonging for all students, staff, faculty, and members of the bar.Reporting to the Director of the Law Library, the Reference Librarian will have the following responsibilities:Provide high-quality reference services, research support, and instructional services to the Loyola University Chicago Law School community and to other Law Library users.Teach in the Law Library’s Basic Legal Research program, a required first-year course which is a separate component of the first-year Legal Writing course.Support faculty members engaged in scholarly research as part of the Law Library’s faculty liaison program.Create and maintain asynchronous learning tools, including research guides and online tutorials.Stay abreast of new developments in library reference, research, and instructional services.Serve on Law School, University Libraries, and other relevant committees.Possibility of teaching an Advanced Legal Research course as an Adjunct.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong customer service ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with diverse patrons and colleagues.Effective oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills in both one-on-one and group settings.Legal research proficiency, including knowledge of key legal research sources and how best to use them in a variety of formats, or the demonstrated potential for rapid growth into such skills.A commitment to innovation, including comfort with technology and proficiency with a variety of library-related technologies and applications.Strong analytical/problem solving skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment.The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Demonstrated enthusiasm for law librarianship and the librarian profession, including knowledge of professional librarianship concepts, principles, and practices and a commitment to staying abreast of new developments.Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.A commitment to an inclusive learning environment.Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.MLS (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited institution. Students who are making satisfactory progress in a qualified MLS degree program will be considered.Preferred Qualifications:At least three years of prior experience working in research and reference services in a law library.Demonstrated successful experience teaching law students and partnering with law faculty on research projects.Experience with faculty scholarship platforms such as SSRN and BePress Digital Commons preferred.Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume to
https://www.careers.luc.edu/ . In their letters, candidates should include their demonstrated engagement with diversity, equity, and inclusion. They also should provide the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Contact Information
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee:Joseph MitzenmacherReference and Electronic Services Librarian and Adjunct Professor of LawPhilip H. Corboy Law CenterLoyola Law Library25 E. Pearson St.Chicago, IL 60611(312) 915-6844jmitze1@luc.eduDiversity and Inclusion Statement
Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness.
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