Resource Librarian

Perkins Coie LLP; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (20 days)

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Resource Librarian to support attorneys and staff, advancing the firm’s digital library strategy and ensuring exceptional service across offices.

The role covers resource management, training, technology & AI adoption, research & analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, with emphasis on precision and strategic impact.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communicator with cross-team relationship skills.
• Well-versed in legal and business information sources and AI-powered tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office and document retrieval workflows.
• MLS/MLIS from an ALA‑accredited program with legal bibliography exposure.

Responsibilities

• Resource management: acquire, catalog, process resources and optimize workflows.
• Training & outreach: deliver training on digital resources and AI tools.
• Technology & innovation: apply new technologies to improve research efficiency.
• Research & analysis: conduct entry-level legal/business research and deliver findings.
• Collaboration & growth: build partnerships and support firm initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

AI tools familiarity

Interlibrary loan

Microsoft Office

Education

MLIS/MLS degree

Tools

Integrated library system

Job description

Resource Librarian

Drive Operational Excellence.

At Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP, our people are our greatest asset. We're looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented Resource Librarian to join our team and help deliver an exceptional employee experience.

This role will advance the firm's digital library strategy through centralized, efficient, and consistent support across all offices. Deliver exceptional service to attorneys, business professionals, and firm leadership while building strong relationships and communicating with clarity and confidence.

Bring curiosity, a growth mindset, and a tech-forward approach to leveraging emerging tools-including generative AI within firm guidelines. Juggle multiple priorities with precision, collaborate seamlessly, and continuously expand your expertise. Support Research Services, Knowledge & Innovation, and other strategic initiatives as needed.

What You'll Do

Resource Management

• Manage acquisition, cataloging, and processing of print and digital resources, optimizing workflows and the integrated library system.
• Support digital resource strategy, space planning, and the adoption of generative AI tools in alignment with firm policies.
• Monitor user feedback and continuously improve digital resources, workflows, and services.

Training & Outreach

• Deliver engaging training and outreach to attorneys, business professionals, and staff on digital resources, research tools, and AI.
• Leverage emerging technologies to enhance learning, engagement, and information delivery.

Technology & Innovation

• Explore and apply new technologies, databases, and AI tools to improve research efficiency, service delivery, and knowledge access.
• Stay ahead of evolving technology and digital resource trends.

Research & Analysis

• Conduct entry-level legal and business research using digital resources and AI.
• Deliver clear, concise, well-organized research findings through polished memos, reports, presentations, and other targeted formats.
• Contribute expertise to the evaluation, selection, and implementation of online research services.

Collaboration & Growth

• Bring curiosity, initiative, and a continuous-improvement mindset to every challenge.
• Build strong partnerships with attorneys, business professionals, and library colleagues to advance firm objectives.
• Support departmental projects, professional development, and service initiatives with accountability and a commitment to excellence.

What You'll Bring

• Strong written and verbal communicator who builds effective relationships across teams and functions.
• Well-versed in legal and business information sources, including courts, government agencies, trade associations, research databases, and AI-powered tools.
• Familiar with generative AI concepts and practical applications, including chatbots and content-generation models.
• Skilled in computer-assisted legal research, document retrieval, acquisitions, interlibrary loan, and core library services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited program, including coursework or significant experience with legal bibliography.
• Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of professional library work experience.

Why Join Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Join a collaborative, high-performing Librarian team where your expertise will help shape the employee experience across our global organization. In this role, if you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and making a lasting impact, you will find meaningful opportunities to grow your career while helping create an outstanding experience for our people.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

This position may be filled in the following location. The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

Washington state compensation range: $75,390 to $112,020 annually

Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually

This job is Hybrid.