Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Librarian - Law Library

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

PSLF eligibility

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Law Library seeks a proactive librarian to lead the Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery team. This full-time, on-site role directs ILL borrowing and lending operations for the Law School and external institutions, supervising 1–2 student assistants.

The ideal candidate will bring an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, strong ILL experience, and a demonstrated commitment to service, scholarly activity, and collaboration across campus.

Qualifications

• MLS from an ALA-accredited library program.
• Minimum two years of access services or ILL/document delivery in academic or legal library.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ILL/document delivery developments.
• Strong service philosophy.
• Ability to balance multiple requests and prioritize workload.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong online search skills and ability to verify/locate difficult materials.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively.
• Experience compiling statistics with Excel/Sheets.
• Potential for scholarly productivity and professional involvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Library's ASAP service for high-volume delivery to Law School faculty.
• Resolve complex borrowing and document delivery requests.
• Locate, request, and supply materials from law library, campus libraries, and outside institutions.
• Oversee lending and borrowing operations and intercampus services.
• Use OCLC ILL, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and research databases for retrieval and delivery.
• Ensure licensing and copyright compliance for ILL and delivery.
• Analyze retrieval and delivery statistics to guide improvements.
• Evaluate trends and implement new technologies and procedures.
• Supervise student assistants and monitor department budget.
• Collaborate with Law Library departments and represent the library externally.

Skills

M.L.S. degree knowledge

Interlibrary loan experience

Strong service orientation

Communication skills

Online search and retrieval skills

Budget management

Data analysis with Excel/Sheets

Education

M.L.S. from A.L.A.-accredited program

2+ years ILL or document delivery experience

Tools

OCLC ILL

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Research databases

Job description

About the Job

The University of Minnesota Law Library seeks a self‑motivated, innovative, collaborative, and highly service‑oriented professional to lead the Library's interlibrary loan (ILL) and document delivery services. The Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Librarian directs and promotes the Law Library's ILL borrowing and document delivery services in support of the curricular, research, and scholarly needs of the Law School's faculty, students, and staff, and administers the Library's ILL lending services for institutions outside the Law Library. This is a full‑time, on‑site position that includes supervision of one to two student assistants.

Please note, this position is not eligible for H‑1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program. This is an in‑person position.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Library's ASAP service, a high‑volume, customized information resources delivery service for Law School faculty.
• Resolving complex borrowing and document delivery requests, often requiring advanced citation verification, received from Law School faculty, students, and staff.
• Locating, requesting, and supplying requested information sources from the Law Library, campus libraries, and outside institutions.
• Overseeing all borrowing and lending aspects of the Library's ILL services and intercampus services.
• Utilizing OCLC ILL, Adobe Acrobat Professional, research databases, and other interlibrary loan or legal resources for retrieving and delivering materials to users.
• Ensuring licensing and copyright compliance related to interlibrary loan and document delivery services.
• Compiling and analyzing retrieval and delivery services statistics, and utilizing data to guide operational enhancements.
• Identifying and evaluating emerging trends, resources, practices, and standards in interlibrary loan and document delivery services and implementing new technologies, delivery options, and procedures as appropriate.
• Supervising student assistants and monitoring an annual departmental budget.
• Collaborating with other departments in the Law Library.
• Representing the Law Library on campus, regional, and national levels.
• Engaging in research and scholarship relevant to law librarianship and/or substantive legal subjects.
• Participating in professional service activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• M.L.S. degree from an A.L.A.-accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of access services or interlibrary loan/document delivery experience in an academic or legal library.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current developments in interlibrary loan and document delivery services.
• Evidence of strong service philosophy.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple requests from various clientele, and to effectively organize and prioritize workload.
• Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly developed online search skills and experience in verifying and retrieving complex or inaccurately cited material.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, as well as work collaboratively.
• Experience in compiling statistical reports using Excel spreadsheets and/or Google Sheets.
• Demonstrated potential to engage in ongoing scholarly productivity and related professional association activities.

Desired Qualifications

• Interlibrary loan and/or document delivery-related experience.
• Experience using ILL/resource-sharing platforms, including OCLC WorldShare Interlibrary Loan and Rapido/RapidILL.
• Knowledge of basic legal research materials and legal citation formats.
• J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school.
• Substantial experience and skills in digitizing print and microform materials, and ensuring accessibility.
• Experience and skill in using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Supervisory experience, preferably in a library environment.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.