Reference Librarian, Tarlton Law Library

University of Texas at Austin

4d•$90,000

About The Position

The University of Texas School of Law strives to create and promote an environment that values kindness and mutual respect and a culture that provides a deep sense of belonging for each member of our community. The University of Texas at Austin provides an outstanding benefits package to staff, including: Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%; family premiums at 50%) Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan) Additional voluntary retirement programs: tax sheltered annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Training and conference opportunities Tuition assistance Athletic ticket discounts Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards Purpose The Reference Librarian is part of the library's public services staff and participates in a variety of the library's functions, including providing reference services and faculty research support, classroom teaching and other instructional activities.

Requirements

A JD from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
Candidates must have a master’s degree in Library or Information Science (MLS or equivalent degree) from an accredited program or be enrolled in a MLS (or equivalent) program.
Applicants must have a strong service orientation and an interest in innovation.
Applicants must have a demonstrated exemplary work record, professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Applicants must have excellent organizational, time-management and analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience and experience in an academic law library.
One or more years of experience practicing law.
Experience or interest in emerging legal technology, including the use of AI research platforms.

Responsibilities

Provide reference services to students and staff of the law school, as well as the university community at large, members of the bar, and the general public.
Provide research and reference services to law school faculty, including support through the library’s liaison program.
Participate in basic and advanced legal research course preparation and teaching.
Participate in the library’s orientation programs and conduct tours.
Develop and offer instructional sessions and outreach programs to educate students on legal research strategies and sources.
Serve as a resource on emerging legal research technology, including AI-assisted systems.
Other related functions as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (Employee premiums covered at 100%; family premiums at 50%)
Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (a defined benefit retirement plan)
Additional voluntary retirement programs: tax sheltered annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Training and conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Athletic ticket discounts
Access to UT Austin's libraries and museums
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card