Reference/Instructional Services Librarian, University of Miami, Miami, FL
Posted June 30, 2016
The Law Library is seeking a Reference/Instructional Services Librarian to join our team. In addition to general reference duties, such as working at an active reference desk, teaching, responding to faculty research requests, and preparing library publications, the Reference/Instructional Services Librarian is responsible for coordinating all training and outreach to students and student groups within the law school.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Coordinates library participation in the First Year Legal Communication and Research Skills classes (tours, training, etc.);
- Responsible for creating and organizing legal research training opportunities for upper-class students, law review members, and other student groups;
- Provides reference assistance to law students and faculty, the University of Miami community, members of the bar and the public;
- Participates in teaching library-sponsored classes;
- Responsible for faculty research requests as needed;
- Prepares library publications, such as guides, bibliographies, and newsletter articles;
- Possibility of teaching an advanced legal research course as an Adjunct;
- Some evening and weekend work is required;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
M.L.S. (or foreign equivalent) and J.D. (or foreign equivalent) from accredited institutions; excellent organizational and teaching skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to develop and implement a new program from beginning to end; strong service philosophy; desire to participate as an enthusiastic team player; hard working and flexible; able to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds; willing to take initiative.
Salary and Benefits:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits package. This position is a non-tenure track faculty appointment.
Application:
Anyone wishing to be considered for this position should write or email Pam Lucken, Head of Reference, at [email protected] or to the University of Miami Law Library, P.O. Box 248087, Coral Gables, FL 33124 or by Fax (305-284-3554). For questions, please contact Pam Lucken by email or by telephone (305-284-3043).
The application letter should include a complete statement of qualifications, a resume and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s qualifications for this position. Candidates applying early will be given first consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.