Reference Librarian, UConn Law Library, Hartford, CT
Posted April 29, 2016
The University Of Connecticut School Of Law Library located in Hartford, seeks energetic, forward-thinking applicants for the position of Reference Librarian/University Librarian 1 or 2. Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Reference Librarian provides reference services to the library’s diverse patron group, including the public, the bench and the bar. The reference team’s primary goal is to support the work of the students and faculty of the law school.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Providing reference and research assistance to library patrons;
- Presenting formal and informal research instruction in law school courses; providing interlibrary loan services;
- Developing research materials in a variety of formats; creating content for web, social media and other publishing formats;
- Performing complex research in support of law school faculty;
- Actively participating in collection development; and other duties as assigned.
- Evening and weekend hours are required as part of the service desk rotation.
- The successful candidate represents the library on law school and university committees and may serve as an advisor to student organizations.
Minimum Qualifications:
A graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program; Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in subject area may also be required for specialized work; work experience in a library setting; demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills; demonstrated ability to explain and clarify information to supervisory and support staff possessing varying degrees of aptitude; demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; ability to make effective presentations to individuals or groups; ability to work collegially with diverse groups; willingness and ability to work regular evenings and/or weekend hours; evidence of participation in professional development.
Preferred Qualifications:
A JD from an ABA accredited program; a graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program; one (1) to three (3) years or more of related experience; experience providing instruction in formal and informal settings; previous experience in a law library setting; reference desk experience in an academic library; experience using legal research platforms, such as Westlaw and Lexis Nexis; demonstrated enthusiasm for and ability to facilitate change; demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based environment.
Appointment Terms:
This is a full-time, permanent position that requires evening and/or weekend hours. Position level and salary will be commensurate with training and experience. Positon is located at the Law School in Hartford, CT.
To Apply:
http://careers.aallnet.org/jobs/8101029/reference-librarian-university-librarian-1-or-2-ucp-5-7
Please visit UConn Jobs at www.jobs.uconn.edu, Staff Positions, to submit a cover letter, resume, and an annotated list of three references with contact information. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2016505)
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on May 12, 2016.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.