Librarian Asst. Professor

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

About The Position

The Reference/Outreach Librarian provides general reference services, including teaching, working at an active reference desk, responding to faculty research requests, and preparing library publications. The position develops and coordinates library services for law school staff and departments and outside groups, and manages the law library’s online presence. The librarian works closely with the Reference/Instructional Services librarian to promote instructional programming and collaborates with the Scholarly Communications/Reference librarian on marketing services to faculty. This is a non-tenure-track faculty appointment.

Requirements

One of the following education and experience combinations: a J.D. (or foreign equivalent) and a Master’s in Library/Information Science (or equivalent) from accredited institutions; a Master’s in Library/Information Science (or equivalent) from an accredited institution and five years of relevant law librarianship experience; or a J.D. and enrollment or intent to enroll in a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science.
Excellent organizational and teaching skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong service philosophy.
Ability to develop and implement a new program from beginning to end.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds.
Willingness to collaborate and participate as an enthusiastic team player.
Willingness to take initiative and be flexible.

Responsibilities

Provide reference assistance at an active, centrally located reference desk to law students and faculty, the University of Miami community, members of the bar, and the public.
Conduct complex research for faculty and administration.
Provide legal research instruction in the Legal Communication & Research Skills program, lecture in selected law school classes and clinics, and teach workshops and other instructional sessions.
Remain current on issues and trends in legal research, instruction, and academic services through professional development, and develop professional relationships with counterparts at other institutions.
Develop, market, and implement outreach initiatives for law school staff and departments.
Organize trainings for departments and programs.
Manage the library’s online presence.
Coordinate and prepare educational resources, including guides and video tutorials, for law school constituencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.