Reference and Electronic Services Librarian

Job Description

The University of Missouri Law Library seeks applications for the position of Reference and Electronic Services Librarian. Reporting to the Law Library Director, this position has the responsibility for providing excellent reference support to patrons of the Law Library, particularly law faculty and students, the wider University of Missouri campus, and Missouri residents with legal research needs. To provide this service, the person in this position will hire, train, and manage a team of student Reference Assistants.

The Reference and Electronic Services Librarian will manage access to the Law Library's electronic resources by ensuring they are available to authenticated users. They will take the lead on providing passwords, managing vendor interactions, and troubleshooting electronic resources access problems. This librarian will provide instruction on library research tools as a guest lecturer in law school or law-related undergraduate classes and in outreach activities in collaboration with the Student Engagement Librarian. They will be responsible for harvesting and analyzing electronic resources usage statistics and providing guidance to the Law Library Director on collection development decisions for electronic resources.

Librarians are an integral part of the intellectual life of the University of Missouri School of Law. As such, they have status of non-tenure track faculty (NTT), serve on faculty committees, and have a vote in faculty matters. To be successful in this position, a candidate will continue their intellectual and professional growth through involvement in professional associations relevant to the demands of the position and fostering strong working relationships with colleagues in other academic law libraries.

The position is available June 1, 2023. Start date is negotiable.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in library and information studies or equivalent from an American Library Association accredited program, or completion of the degree by appointment date

J.D. from a law school accredited by the ABA or foreign equivalent

Candidates will also be evaluated on:

• Working knowledge of Ebsco applications including EDS, FOLIO as supported by Ebsco, or other comparable discovery system
• Experience with managing a proxy server, such as OpenAthens or EZProxy
• Experience in law-related libraries
• Experience with Springhare products such as LibApps, LibGuides, and LibCal
• A strong work ethic and commitment to excellent patron service
• An aptitude for and interest in project planning and management, as well as excellent organizational, time-management, and analytical skills
• Professional written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, within a collegial environment
• Ability to engage in the pursuit of excellence with a spirit of kindness and collaboration

Salary

Salary and librarian rank will be commensurate with experience. This position holds non-tenure track, ranked faculty status (NTT) in the Law School and will be at the appropriate rank of Librarian depending on qualifications and experience. For information regarding title and rank, please see http://library.missouri.edu/staff/libguides/Governance%20Document_rev2019.pdf .

Application Materials

Upload cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for at least three references. Preference for applications received by January 31, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Other Information

The MU Law Library is an open, active, and accessible learning environment, a hub for legal information, and a secure repository for legal scholarship. We value freedom of access, diversity and inclusion, service to our community and state, and responsible stewardship. We seek candidates who share these values, who are active leaders engaged in the pursuit and discovery of knowledge and the advancement of education, and whose work will reflect a strong commitment to advance the teaching, research, and services programs of an engaged public University and Law School.

Why would you want to live in Columbia, Missouri?

• Columbia has a small town friendliness with big city features.
• We have an amazing trail system for walking and running in green urban spaces.
• Columbia has an active art community and hosts festivals with a nationwide appeal like True/False Film Festival, Roots and Blues and BBQ festival, Art in the Park and more.
• There is easy access to city life - St. Louis and Kansas City are just two hours away.
• Columbia has a great school system and outstanding health care access.
• Most importantly, at Mizzou Law we have an incredibly collegial faculty and staff.

For information on the University of Missouri, the Columbia area, and the Law School, please visit:

• University of Missouri
• Columbia Convention and Visitor’s Bureau
• MU School of Law

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577 .

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:

• EEO is the Law English Version
• EEO is the Law Spanish Version
• EEO is the Law Chinese Version

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