Resource Librarian

Ashurst Perkins Coie•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP, our people are our greatest asset. We’re looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented Resource Librarian to join our team and help deliver an exceptional employee experience. This role will advance the firm’s digital library strategy through centralized, efficient, and consistent support across all offices. Deliver exceptional service to attorneys, business professionals, and firm leadership while building strong relationships and communicating with clarity and confidence. Bring curiosity, a growth mindset, and a tech-forward approach to leveraging emerging tools—including generative AI within firm guidelines. Juggle multiple priorities with precision, collaborate seamlessly, and continuously expand your expertise. Support Research Services, Knowledge & Innovation, and other strategic initiatives as needed.

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communicator who builds effective relationships across teams and functions.
Well-versed in legal and business information sources, including courts, government agencies, trade associations, research databases, and AI-powered tools.
Familiar with generative AI concepts and practical applications, including chatbots and content-generation models.
Skilled in computer-assisted legal research, document retrieval, acquisitions, interlibrary loan, and core library services.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited program, including coursework or significant experience with legal bibliography.
Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of professional library work experience.

Responsibilities

Manage acquisition, cataloging, and processing of print and digital resources, optimizing workflows and the integrated library system.
Support digital resource strategy, space planning, and the adoption of generative AI tools in alignment with firm policies.
Monitor user feedback and continuously improve digital resources, workflows, and services.
Deliver engaging training and outreach to attorneys, business professionals, and staff on digital resources, research tools, and AI.
Leverage emerging technologies to enhance learning, engagement, and information delivery.
Explore and apply new technologies, databases, and AI tools to improve research efficiency, service delivery, and knowledge access.
Stay ahead of evolving technology and digital resource trends.
Conduct entry-level legal and business research using digital resources and AI.
Deliver clear, concise, well-organized research findings through polished memos, reports, presentations, and other targeted formats.
Contribute expertise to the evaluation, selection, and implementation of online research services.
Bring curiosity, initiative, and a continuous-improvement mindset to every challenge.
Build strong partnerships with attorneys, business professionals, and library colleagues to advance firm objectives.
Support departmental projects, professional development, and service initiatives with accountability and a commitment to excellence.