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Baylor University Law School

Sheridan and John Eddie Williams Legal Research and Technology Center

Baylor Law School

TITLE: Reference Librarian

QUALIFICATIONS: An M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school; J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; knowledge of current information technologies and publishing formats, database and Internet searching proficiencies, and a mastery of legal research sources and techniques using both print and electronic materials; knowledge of web publishing tools helpful; a superb work ethic, excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong service orientation, a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, and the ability to thrive in a very fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Director of the Law Library, the Reference Librarian provides in-depth research and reference services to the faculty and students of the Law School, as well as the University, the legal community, and the general public. Assists with legal research instruction. Oversees the public services department, including supervision of the Circulation and Reserve Specialist. Handles faculty and student interlibrary loan requests. Prepares library publications, such as research guides and bibliographies. Assists with collection development work and testing/evaluation of new electronic products. Serves on University committees. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director or the Associate Director of the Law Library.

RANK AND SALARY: Academic Professional with university faculty rank and status. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Baylor University has an enrollment of 14,600 students and is conveniently located in the heart of Texas, within easy driving distance of most of the state’s major cities: Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin are each only a 90-minute drive away. For more information on Baylor Law School and the Law Library, see http://law.baylor.edu.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, application must be received by March 4, 2010.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application and resume. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Professor Brandon D. Quarles

Director of the Law Library

Baylor University

One Bear Place #97128

Waco, TX 76798-7128

Materials may be submitted electronically to : Brandon_Quarles@baylor.edu

Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, Baylor University is the oldest university in Texas and the world’s largest Baptist University. Baylor’s mission is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor is actively recruiting new faculty with a strong commitment to the classroom and an equally strong commitment to discovering new knowledge as Baylor aspires to become a top tier research university while reaffirming and deepening its distinctive Christian mission as described in Baylor 2012 (www.baylor.edu/vision/).

Baylor is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. An Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Texas Wesleyan University Dee J. Kelly Law Library - Public Services Librarian (PartTime/Adjunct Faculty)

SUMMARY
The Public Services Librarian, a parttime/adjunct faculty position reporting to the Head of Public Services, is responsible for providing coverage of the reference desk, research assistance to the law faculty, and assistance with library projects. The hours for this position will be Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Contracts for parttime/adjunct faculty members are issued on a semester by semester basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Provide service to law library patrons at the reference desk using online, print, and microform resources. Provide legal and interdisciplinary research assistance to law school faculty members. Provide assistance with projects that may encompass working with any or all library departments. Other duties as assigned by the Head of Public Services.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A Masters in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited school or J.D. from ABA accredited school is required.

Previous law library experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Substantial knowledge of the legal research resources. Substantial knowledge of the legal research process. Substantial knowledge of both traditional and online legal research systems. Strong customer service orientation. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Proficiency in the use office productivity software.

TO APPLY
Review the full job description posted at http://www.txwes.edu/hr/empregular.htm to verify you meet the essential requirements. Email your resume and cover letter to the Office of Human Resources HR@txwes.edu. In the cover letter, specify the position for which you are applying.

START DATE
January 11, 2010.

Placement Announcement - Fifth Circuit Library, New Orleans, LA

Law Librarian Position

Acquisitions & Reference Librarian
South Texas College of Law
Houston, Texas

Job Title: Acquistions & Reference Librarian
Department: The Fred Parks Library
Reports To: Director of Library Services
FLSA Status: Exempt

http://www.stcl.edu/hr/Acquistions_Reference_Librarian.html

Attached is a copy of the job description for an experienced Research Librarian at The Dallas Morning News. This is a full-time permanent position.

Please send resume and cover letter to: dspangenberger@dallasnews.com

MANAGER OF RECORDS AND CONFLICTS - JD
Client will also split this position into two positions:
Manager of Records - CRM
Conflicts Manager/Supervisor/Analyst - JD

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