Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian - Catholic University of America DuFour Law Library

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at The Catholic University of America School of Law is seeking applicants for the position of Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian. This position is ideal for an experienced librarian who is ready for new challenges while working within a collaborative and collegial team. The successful candidate will actively support core library operations by managing the Law Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog, maintaining the Library’s databases and electronic resources, and addressing the evolving technology needs of the Library’s staff. We offer generous vacation, holiday and retirement benefits, in addition to hybrid work opportunities.

The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian manages access to electronic resources in the Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog by activating electronic resources, maintaining load profiles, managing import of bibliographic records, and troubleshooting access and authentication issues experienced by Law Library users. This position also coordinates library staff use of the Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog, including suggesting and implementing configuration changes, researching solutions to problems, and consulting on staff training needs. The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian serves as a key resource for troubleshooting library staff technology issues and addressing future technology needs by staying current on emerging trends and technologies, most namely ongoing enhancements to the Library’s integrated library system. This technology support also extends to third-party integrations to the Library’s integrated library system. 

The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian will also be afforded the opportunity to develop expertise in the reporting functions of the Library’s integrated library system in support of the Library’s statistical reporting obligations, as well as opportunities to participate on Law Library and consortial committees, task forces, and other projects.

Please submit both a resume and a cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position to your application profile to be considered for this position.

Link: https://staff-cua.icims.com/jobs/15866/systems-and-electronic-resources-librarian/job

Senior Research Librarian Temp (Remote) - Ropes & Gray LLP

 The Senior Research Librarian Temp will provide high-quality, in-depth legal and non-legal research using online and print resources.  The Senior Research Librarian Temp will participate in orienting and educating individual attorneys and staff in the use of library resources and procedures. The position can start immediately and it should last for six months. Apply ASAP for best consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provides research and reference services to attorneys and staff located in all of the firm’s domestic and international offices. Performs in-depth research, using appropriate sources and analyzing results for presentation to the user

• Trains and orients attorneys and staff in research techniques and use of library materials and resources, incorporating the most up-to-date educational methods and presentation techniques

• Assists, as needed, the Competitive Intelligence research team, providing back-up research for company profiles, person profiles, lateral partner profiles, industry reports, client and subject-specific alerts

• Records regular library activity metrics and bills research time

Qualifications

• MLS strongly preferred but other graduate degrees that emphasize research and writing, and have relevant content will be considered, such as a J.D. or M.B.A.

• More than 5 years research experience in a law firm or law library

• Advanced online research skills and knowledge of electronic and print law and business resources

• Demonstrated proficiency in technologies used in a professional services environment

Compensation and Total Rewards Package

The anticipated pay range for this temporary role is $52 - $78 per hour, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting bill rate at the time of posting. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.

Working Conditions

This position is 100% remote

See the full job description and apply:  https://careers-ropesgray.icims.com/jobs/8618/senior-research-librarian-temp/job

Reference and User Services Librarian - Catholic University of America DuFour Law Library

Head of Digital Initiatives - Georgetown Law Library

The Georgetown Law Library is looking for qualified candidates to apply for the Head of Digital Initiatives.

This position is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and advancement of the Law Library’s digital collections. Reporting to the Associate Director for Resource Management and Technology at the Georgetown University Law Library, the Head of Digital Initiatives leads a cohesive digitization program and works to implement an effective and achievable strategy to ensure long-term protection and access to Georgetown University Law Library’s digital assets.

The Digital Initiatives department is responsible for production digitization of Law Library materials and making them available through a number of digital repositories. The department includes two full-time staff and a team of 4-6 student assistants. Responsible for the operations of the department, this position delegates tasks, provides general oversight and direction for the daily work of the department, and monitors the physical space to ensure safety and an appropriate work environment. The incumbent sets the goals and priorities for the department, develops and maintains the policies and procedures to meet those goals, and provides opportunities for training and development of the staff in the department. This position represents the department’s work and interests in communications with peers, collaborators, and vendors both internal and external to Georgetown, and participates in strategic planning and decision-making with respect to major purchases and new initiatives.

Application review begins May 12th, 2025. View the full posting and apply here: JR21387 - Head of Digital Initiatives

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
More information about working at the Georgetown Law Library can be found at: https://www.law.georgetown.edu/library/about/employment