Reference Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Libraries, Li Lu Law Library, seeks a Reference Librarian to provide in-person and virtual reference service across all areas of law to faculty, students, and others.

Reporting to the Head of Public Services, the successful candidate will participate in the Law Library’s Administrative Rotation System, including assisting with collection development and outreach, and organizing robust legal research instruction.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited institution available by start date.
• Extensive experience with legal and non-legal research tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong service and teamwork orientation; and
• Technological competency and willingness to learn new tech.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person and virtual reference service in all areas of law.
• Participate in Administrative Rotation System with new admin duties annually.
• Assist with collection development and faculty outreach.
• Organize and deliver extensive research instruction via workshops and classes.
• Train law students and others through classroom teaching and one-on-one instruction.
• Create and maintain LibGuides and related duties.
• Share regular weekend hours during the academic year.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Teaching

Teamwork

Technology literacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

MLS preferred

Tools

LibGuides

Job description

The Li Lu Law Library at Columbia University is seeking a Reference Librarian to provide in-person and virtual reference service in all areas of law to faculty, students, and others. Reporting to the Head of Public Services, the successful candidate will participate in the Law Library’s Administrative Rotation System, an experience that provides librarians with a new set of administrative responsibilities on an annual basis, including assisting with collection development, coordinating faculty and student outreach, and organizing the robust legal research instruction undertaken by the reference librarians. Responsibilities also include training law students and others through extensive classroom teaching, workshops, and one-on-one instruction; providing in-depth research assistance for faculty members; creating and maintaining LibGuides, and other related duties. Reference Librarians share regular weekend hours during the academic year.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive team dedicated to delivering quality services to world-class professors and bright students, amidst one of the country’s finest collections of legal materials, in a beautiful, newly-renovated library. As one of the world’s leading research universities, Columbia University in the City of New York provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a dynamic, multicultural, intellectual community. The Columbia University Libraries comprises a diverse and engaged staff committed to furthering the University's teaching and research mission through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to consider this position. We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and excellent benefits, including the possibility of below-market-rate housing in one of several Columbia-owned apartment buildings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• JD from accredited institution (completed by the start date);
• Extensive experience with the use of legal and non-legal research tools;
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
• Strong service and teamwork orientation; and
• Technological competency and a willingness to learn new technology as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MLS or equivalent from accredited institution or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Experience with teaching or instruction;
• Experience with or interest in foreign, comparative, and international law research; and
• Reading knowledge of a foreign language.