Regular Faculty - Reference & Electronic Resources Librarian

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho College of Law seeks a Regular Faculty Reference & Electronic Resources Librarian for the Moscow location. The rank is Assistant or Associate Professor with negotiable tenure and a fiscal year appointment.

Responsibilities include managing electronic resources, teaching Introduction to Legal Research, and providing reference services to law students, faculty, staff, and the public. The role collaborates with the Law Library Director, participates in committees, and

Qualifications

• Required JD from ABA-accredited school and successful completion of at least one year of an MLIS program from an ALA-accredited school, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• supervise maintenance of Law Library-specific electronic databases and resources (LibGuides, Digital Commons, vendor study aids).
• coordinate Law Library's participation in the shared integrated library system with the University Library.
• ensure compliance with Title II digital accessibility requirements.

Education

JD from ABA-accredited school and MLIS program from an ALA-accredited school

MLIS or equivalent experience

Job description

Regular Faculty - Reference & Electronic Resources Librarian

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

• Division/College: College of Law
• Department: Law Library
• Position Classification: Regular Faculty
• Rank: Negotiable
• Tenure Status: Negotiable
• Location: Moscow
• FTE: 1.0
• Advertising Pay Range: $65,000 annually or higher commensurate with experience
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
• Anticipated Contract Start Date: 01/04/2027

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is a full-time (fiscal year appointment) tenure-track or tenured position for the College of Law's Moscow location, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws.

The faculty member in this position will be an integral part of the Law Library and legal research faculty team, working under the supervision and general direction of the Director of the Law Library. This faculty member will be responsible for the Law Library's electronic resources management, policies, and decisions. Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. supervising the maintenance of Law Library-specific electronic databases and resources, including LibGuides, Digital Commons, and vendor study aid subscriptions;
2. working closely with the University Library to coordinate the Law Library's participation in the shared integrated library system;
3. coordinating the Law Library's compliance with Title II digital accessibility requirements.

In addition, this position provides reference and research support to College of Law students, faculty, and staff, as well as to members of the University community and the general public; and teaches Introduction to Legal Research and other potential courses. The faculty member will also conduct outreach, attend faculty meetings, and serve on committees at the University and/or College level.

The University of Idaho College of Law maintains two campuses in Moscow and Boise. The Law Library administers and manages the Idaho State Law Library pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Idaho Supreme Court. The Law Library is a member of the Orbis Cascade Alliance, a consortium of 37 academic libraries in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, with access to over 28 million items.

TEACHING & ADVISING EFFORT

70%

SCHOLARSHIP & CREATIVE ACTIVITY EFFORT

10%

OUTREACH & EXTENSION EFFORT

10%

UNIVERSITY SERVICE & LEADERSHIP EFFORT

10%

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• JD from ABA-accredited school and successful completion of at least one year of an MLIS program from an ALA-accredited school, or equivalent experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Teaching experience or related experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Completion of an MLIS program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

N/A

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled: Yes

Contingency on appointment: N/A

Visa Sponsorship: No

Degree Requirement Timeline: Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.