Head of Reference and Instruction Services Librarian

University of Utah

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous health benefits

25 days of vacation and 12 paid holidays

Stipend for moving costs

Job summary

A prestigious law school in Salt Lake City is seeking an Assistant Law Librarian to manage reference services and provide instructional support in legal research. This tenure track faculty position requires a J.D. and a Master's in library science. The successful candidate will train librarians and engage with law faculty and students. With a salary range of $88,000-95,000, this role offers generous benefits and the option to telecommute one day a week. Apply by submitting a cover letter and CV.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a J.D. and a Master's in library science.
They must possess strong communication and organizational skills.
Experience in managing reference services is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Manage reference services and coordinate reference desk coverage.
Train and mentor librarians providing reference and instructional services.
Teach legal research annually and provide individualized instruction.

Skills

Strong service orientation

Excellent oral and written communication

Good organizational skills

Ability to deal effectively with library patrons

Strong teamwork skills

Adaptability to additional responsibilities

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Master's in library and information science from ALA-accredited institution

Job description

Position Information

Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant Law Librarian

Department 00100 - Law Library

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Tenure Track

New Position to Begin 7/1/2026

Details

Head of Reference and Instruction Services

James E. Faust Law Library

University of Utah

Description

The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law invites applications for the position of Head of Reference and Instruction Services. This is a tenure track law library faculty position. Position available July 1, 2026.

Core Duties

Manage reference services including scheduling and coordinating reference desk coverage.

Train, mentor, and evaluate librarians providing reference and instructional services.
Provide approximately 6-10 hours per week of reference services to library patrons.
Maintain and analyze reference statistics to assess service effectiveness.
Teach two credit hours of legal research annually (basic, advanced, specialized, or FCIL).
Provide individualized and group instruction using a wide range of educational technologies.
Participate in the liaison program providing research services to law faculty and training and support of student research assistants.
Collaborate with faculty to integrate legal research into the curriculum.
Participate with the collection development team to recommend new databases, print resources, or research tools.
Prepare and maintain research guides.
Serve on Law Library/Law School, University of Utah governance, and other professional committees as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Engage as a member of the Law Library team and work to further the overall goals of the Law Library.

Requirements/Qualifications

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and a Master’s degree in library and information science or an equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution are required. Candidates should have a strong service orientation, excellent oral and written communication, good organizational skills, the ability to deal effectively with all library patrons, strong teamwork skills, and adaptability to additional responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is $88,000-95,000 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Librarians have faculty status at the University of Utah and receive generous health, vacation, and retirement benefits (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/), including 25 days of vacation and 12 paid holidays each year. This position offers the option to telecommute one day a week. No evening or weekend work is required. A stipend for moving costs is included.

About the Library

The library has six librarians and two full-time library staff. It serves approximately 300 students and over 35 faculty members at Utah’s top public law school. The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The campus is nestled in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains, offering Olympic-class skiing, hiking, climbing, and a variety of other outdoor sports. Salt Lake City offers a wealth of amenities including outstanding entertainment venues, excellent restaurants, and a vibrant arts scene.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working with students and who possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

Background Check Requirement

Applicants may be required to complete a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Public safety reports are available at https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/.

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