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Reference Librarian

University Title: Librarian Assistant Professor

Position Purpose:

In addition to general reference duties, such as working at an active reference desk, teaching, responding to faculty research requests, and preparing library publications, the Reference Librarian is responsible for expanding library outreach through social media and other online means.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to the Head of Reference.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates in reference services provided by the department to the law school

• Works at a centrally located, active reference desk to provide reference assistance to law students and faculty, the University of Miami community, members of the bar, and the public
• Performs complex research for faculty and administration
• Provides legal instruction in the LComm (Legal Communication & Research) program; lectures in selected law school classes and clinics on legal research, and teaches other workshops and instructional sessions
• Coordinates and prepares the library’s print and electronic educational research tools, such as guides and video tutorials
• Possibility of teaching an advanced legal research course as an Adjunct
• Some evening and weekend work is required
• Maintains a current awareness of issues and trends related to legal research, instruction, and academic services by participating in professional development activities; develops professional relationships with counterparts in other institutions, both on and off the law school campus

Manages the library’s online presence via social media and other means

• Develops and updates various law library media channels to inform law school community of services available in the law library

Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Requires an MLS (or equivalent) and J.D. (or foreign equivalent) from an accredited institutions; excellent organizational and teaching skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong service philosophy; energetic, hardworking, and flexible; ability to develop and implement a new program from beginning to end; able to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds; desire to participate as an enthusiastic team player; willing to take initiative

Application process: 

Applications should be submitted using the University of Miami online portal. Questions should be directed via email to Pam Lucken, Head of Reference, at plucken@law.miami.edu. The application letter should include a complete statement of qualifications, a resume/CV and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position. Candidates applying early will be given first consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty

Pay Grade:

50