Reference & Outreach Librarian

Company: Brooklyn Law School
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description POSITION: Reference and Outreach Librarian REPORTS TO: Associate Librarian for Public Services STATUS: Full-time, Exempt, Hybrid Work Environment SALARY RANGE: $75,000-$83,000 SUMMARY: Founded in 1901, Brooklyn Law School is a distinguished, independent law school located in Brooklyn Heights, New York. The Law School is searching for a Reference and Outreach Librarian to support the research and instructional needs of BLS faculty, students, and other library users. The Law School's size, vibrant employee and student population, and commitment to providing the best legal education, will offer a candidate the opportunity to develop and diversify practical skills and participate be part of a successful educational institution. Duties & Responsibilities: Provides general in-person and virtual reference services, including desk hours, research consultations; collection development; research guide development; and presentationsPerform extensive, in-depth, expert legal, non-legal and bibliographic research in-person and virtuallyLiaise with in the Library's faculty, student, and administrative department liaison program which includes consultations to determine needs; design research project to satisfy needs; and efficient project implementationFormal and informal legal research and library instructionAssist in the development of library instructional materials Manage and coordinate library outreach and communication activitiesTeach and the staff the reference desk on some evenings and weekendsActively participate in professional developmentOther duties as assigned Qualifications M.L.S. (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited library school.ABA accredited JD (or equivalent foreign degree) highly preferred, or 3-4 years legal research instruction experienceStrong information technology skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work within a teamAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and execute tasks with strong attention to detail Strong commitment to meeting deadlinesAbility to work both independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment Brooklyn Law School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. As of 12/14/2022 PI202135369

Keywords: Brooklyn Law School, New York , Reference & Outreach Librarian, Other , Brooklyn, New York