Posted February 2, 2010

The Ross-Blakley Law Library at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Arizona State University, seeks applicants for the following two positions:

Emerging Technologies Librarian
The Emerging Technologies Librarian provides leadership in the design and development of the library's online presence, assists with the development and implementation of online legal research instruction, keeps abreast of new and emerging technologies and trends of interest to the library, advises and trains librarians on new electronic resources and new features of current subscriptions, and develops user instructional materials. As part of the reference team, this librarian provides reference assistance to faculty, students, attorneys, and the general public and assists with Advanced Legal Research.

An M.L.S. from an ALA accredited institution is required. We will accept applications from candidates being granted an M.L.S. by time of appointment.

Desired qualifications are: J.D. from an ABA accredited institution; demonstrated initiative in using current technology; experience with current information technologies, including web authoring tools; demonstrated awareness of current trends in legal research and legal research instruction; legal research experience; demonstrated effective communication skills; and the ability to work in a team environment.

The application deadline is March 5, 2010; if not filled, the 5th of every month thereafter until the search is closed. To apply, send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Beth DiFelice,
Assistant Director and Head of Public Services
Ross-Blakley Law Library
Arizona State University,
P.O. Box 877806
Tempe, AZ 85287-7806.

The letter of application and resume must address the required and desired qualifications.

This is a full-time, continuation track position at the rank of assistant librarian. Librarians work 40 hours a week, which may include some evening and weekend hours. Starting salary DOQ. Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of
work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

 

Reference Librarian

The Reference Librarian provides reference assistance to faculty, students, attorneys, and the general public; servesas faculty liaison to assigned faculty and staff of the College of Law; assists with Advanced Legal Research and other legal research instruction; creates and revises research guides and bibliographies; and assists with faculty current awareness services.

An M.L.S. from an ALA accredited institution is required. We will accept applications from candidates being granted an M.L.S. by time of appointment.

Desired qualifications are: J.D. from an ABA accredited institution; experience as a reference librarian in a law library or other special library; public services experience in an academic law library; demonstrated legal research experience; demonstrated effective communication skills; and demonstrated customer service experience.

The application deadline is March 5, 2010; if not filled, the 5th of every month thereafter until the search is closed. To apply, send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Beth DiFelice,
Assistant Director and Head of Public Services
Ross-Blakley Law Library
Arizona State University
P .O. Box 877806,
Tempe, AZ 85287-7806

The letter of application and resume must address the required and desired qualifications.

 


Posted October 9, 2009

Job Title: Acquisitions Coordinator
Location: Phoenix School of Law

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Description: The Acquisitions Coordinator will assist the Technical Services Law Librarian in providing library resources in an efficient manner to the staff, faculty, and students of the Phoenix School of Law. To achieve this goal the Coordinator must be willing to be adaptable, show initiative, possess excellent customer service skills, show great attention to detail, communicate clearly, and be willing to learn new skills while on the job. Job duties include, but are not limited to ordering, receiving, processing, and claiming library collection resources. Develop positive working relationships with publishers and other outside vendors. Copy catalog materials using OCLC Connexion. Posting invoices using the III Millennium Acquisitions module. Work on other assigned projects such as writing policies and procedures. Performing routine library support work.

Requirements: High school diploma. Two years of college education; associates or bachelor degree preferred. Working knowledge of standard computer software programs (Windows, MS Office applications). Proficiency with integrated library software; preferred.  Access to reliable transportation.

Other: To apply please email or fax all job applications to Tara Summus, Technical Services Law Librarian. tsummus@phoenixlaw.edu ; 602-682-6996.

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