Satellite Librarian, 1st Circuit US Courts Libraries, Concord, NH
Posted November 17, 2014
Position Overview: As a member of the staff of the 1st Circuit U.S. Courts Libraries, the Concord librarian manages and administers the 1st Circuit libraries program in New Hampshire and provides a full range of library and research services to court personnel located in the Warren B. Rudman U.S. Courthouse in Concord, New Hampshire and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Manchester, New Hampshire. Service is to Judges and the staff of the Clerks of Court and Probation and Pre-Trial Services. As a solo librarian, the incumbent must be self-motivated with an ability to set daily and long term priorities. The incumbent works as a member of the team of court librarians throughout the 1st Circuit who, together, provide local and circuit wide services.
Required Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
- Two years post M.L.S. library experience
- Excellent reference and legal research skills using print and electronic resources
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Law Library experience
- Proficiency in use of online legal research systems and databases
- Knowledge of an integrated library system (preferably SirsiDynix)
- Knowledge of social networking applications
- Knowledge of the federal court system and procedures
- Familiarity with New Hampshire legal research materials and procedures
- Ability to work independently and in team settings
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Skill in use of Windows based PCs and Microsoft Office applications
- Skill in using mobile devices and apps in performing legal research
- Experience with html and web site design and maintenance
Position Type: Full Time/Permanent
All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. If hired, a background check is required.
Starting Salary: CL 28 ($60,759 – 65,831) depending on experience and qualifications
To Apply: Please submit a cover memo and resume by December 5, 2014 to
Susan C. Sullivan, Circuit Librarian
1st Circuit U.S. Courts Libraries
Moakley U.S Courthouse, Suite 9400
1 Courthouse Way
Boston, MA 02210
No fax or email applications accepted.
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