The Law Library Association of Greater New York

Head of Reference, Major Law Firm — Wontawk

This international law firm promotes high standards and will encourage you to be active in your pursuit of continuing education and professional growth for yourself and your staff. They are seeking a candidate with demonstrated leadership to fill this important position as Head of Reference, responsible for overseeing on-site operations, monitoring the Reference Desk work flow, formulating reference and related library policy, and performing professional reference and related library services.

THE POSITION:
Reporting to the Manager of the Library, supervise reference librarians and serve as resource for all reference staff. Act as a liaison with the Corporate Librarian and Head of Technical Services to coordinate the effective delivery of library services and materials. Coordinate, schedule and present orientation and training programs for new reference librarians, ensuring that librarians continually develop and improve upon their knowledge and job skills. Coordinate and conduct orientation tours for lawyers and oversee and edit the preparation of legal research aids for lawyers and staff, including print bibliographies and pathfinders, and entries in the Help tab of the firm’s portal. Compile and prepare bibliographies, legislative histories, and legal research aids. Conduct searches on online databases, including LEXIS, WESTLAW, Dialog, Dow Jones, Dun & Bradstreet, ChoicePoint and numerous other resources including those developed in-house for precedential and related research. Keep abreast of state-of-the-art librarianship and legal reference materials and practices or policies that may help or hinder library operations, and make recommendations for improvements. Monitor general and business news sources to stay up to date with news and trends. Actively pursue continuing education opportunities and read professional literature to ensure that all of the library’s reference and related services are the most efficient, cost-effective, and complete available. Represent the firm at professional meetings and conferences. Off-site travel required from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS:

M.L.S. degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of three-five years library experience, preferably in a law library in a supervisory capacity. Demonstrated leadership qualities. Ability to contribute to administrative decisions requiring initiative and judgment. Detailed knowledge of classification schemes. Demonstrated knowledge of major legal and non-law related databases. Ability to perform legal and non-legal research in a time-sensitive, cost-efficient, creative and thorough way. Interpersonal skills necessary to interact and work productively as a team member. Initiative and ability to work independently. Flexibility to assume other job responsibilities within the department as necessary.

Job Code WG-07 (resumes in Word preferred)

Check out our website www.wontawk.com for other opportunities!
For further details on this job, to send your resume, or to make a referral:
Contact: Sarah Warner swarner@wontawk.com 212 / 869-3348
WONTAWK
Superior Staffing for Librarians and Other Information Professionals
25 W 43rd Street, New York NY 10036

[posted May 12, 2008]

Corporate Reference Librarian — Wontawk

If you thrive on continuing professional growth, and enjoy using your information professional skills in creative ways, you are a good match for the Corporate Reference Librarian position in this outstanding international law firm.

THE POSITION:

Perform all corporate research and reference required in writing, by telephone or in person to assist lawyers, paralegals, staff, other librarians and clients in obtaining corporate information. This includes extensive research utilizing published sources, telephone contacts, service bureaus, in-house precedents, and legal and non-legal databases (approximately 25 requests per day). Assist in the education of lawyers and other firm personnel on the operation and services available in the Corporate Library. Participate in collection development. Engage outside research services to retrieve documents from distant locations, contact or correspond with agencies or organizations to obtain materials. Assist in the development of pathfinders and other training materials. Keep abreast of state-of-the-art librarianship and corporate reference materials and practices, including technological developments. Review articles and other pertinent information that would be of interest to the lawyers and alert them to developments. Handle requests to monitor news and government regulatory filings utilizing electronic resources or outside service bureaus as necessary. Assume the duties of the Corporate Librarian in his/her absence. Work on special projects. Off site travel is required to meet the demands of the job and the needs of the firm (5-10%).

REQUIREMENTS:

M.L.S. degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of one year experience in a corporate law library. Extensive knowledge of online databases and other computerized research systems. Commitment to accuracy. Excellent communication skills and ability to use those skills effectively in training others. Strong Interpersonal skills necessary to interact and work productively as a team member. Initiative and ability to work independently. Flexibility to assume other job responsibilities within the department as necessary. Ability to meet strict deadlines and effectively complete designated job assignments under significant time and supervisory pressure. Able to lift and move books and materials weighing up to ten pounds.

Job Code WG-06 (resumes in Word preferred)

For further details on this job, to send your resume, or to make a referral:
Contact: Sarah Warner swarner@wontawk.com 212 / 869-3348

[posted May 12, 2008]

Library Assistant, Serials — Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

Monday – Friday: 9:30am to 5:30pm, OT as needed.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, a global firm with over 1100 attorneys and the #2 ranked law firm on American Lawyer’s A-List magazine, is seeking out a highly motivated, dynamic and committed individual to join our team in Library and Research Services.

Perform daily check-in, claim missing materials, maintains accurate records in SydneyPLUS serials module; performs serial renewals on a regular schedule; assist with maintaining serials module. Experience Required:

• Must have a Law library background and an Associate degree or some college credits with relevant work experience.
• Specific knowledge of Library Technical Services.
• Familiarity with SydneyPlus or other library management systems.
• Strong email and internet skills.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Requires pushing book truck, opening boxes, bending and lifting.
• Ability to work under pressure with deadlines.

Please email cover letter, resume and salary history to hr@weil.com

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer.

[posted May 12, 2008]

Due Diligence Researcher—HedgeOp Compliance, LLC

Due Diligence Background Research Associate: We are a fast-growing hedge fund service provider located on Park Avenue that is looking for someone that is motivated, organized and detail oriented to perform extensive due diligence and public records research on prospective money managers for our fund of hedge fund clients. Research responsibilities will include SEC Filings Research (i.e., 13D, 13G, 13F etc.), Regulatory Filings Record Research, Public Record Research (i.e., Civil and Criminal Records, Judgments, Liens, etc.), NASD Violations or Disciplinary Issues, Educational/Employment Verifications, Service Providers Verifications, News Articles Research, Credit Report Checks, Reference Checks, Good Standing Checks, Due Diligence Questionnaire Response Review. Prior experience as a corporate paralegal or researcher is a plus. Candidate must be proficient using the World Wide Web, LEXIS/NEXIS, Westlaw, Excel and Microsoft Office

Please send résumé to hr@hedgeop.com with “Research Position” in the subject line.

[posted May 5, 2008]

Researcher / Information Specialist, Full-time or Part-time — Fox News Channel

Fox News Channel is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic research professional for its New York City information center. If your love for research is equaled only by your interest in news, we want to hear from you. Candidates must be willing and able to work on a flexible schedule -- including evenings, overnights, and weekend shifts.

Only candidates with experience using several online databases (Lexis-Nexis, Factiva, Accurint, etc.) and the Internet for research purposes will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to handle multiple and varied research assignments, in fields ranging from politics to business to entertainment. This could involve confirming facts for a story, putting together a briefing book for reporters, finding guest contacts, and many other activities.

Candidates should have a nose for retrieving and analyzing information, be able to meet tight deadlines, and work well in a team atmosphere. They must be able to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills are also required. Attention to detail is a must. A demonstrable knowledge of current events is key.

A bachelor's degree is required and an advanced degree is a plus.
NO PHONE CALLS!
Please fax your cover letter and resume along with SALARY REQUIREMENTS to (212) 301-8583 or E-mail your resume to foxnewsjob@aol.com
ZIPPED FILES WILL NOT BE OPENED!
Send cover letters and resumes as a single document.
Fox News Channel is an equal opportunity employer.

[posted April 21, 2008]

Library Services Researcher — Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C.

Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C., a full-service law firm with headquarters in New York City has an opening for a Library Services Researcher.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and staff with legal research and retrieval of information using print and electronic resources.
• Provide and manage access to legal and non legal databases to attorneys and staff including Westlaw, Lexis, internet, online subscriptions and print titles.
• Work closely with the CLE Coordinator on the Continuing Legal Education program.
• Manage the library’s collection of books, newsletters, and periodicals.
• Work with the Marketing Department on RFPs and Competitive Intelligence.
• Promote library services and visibility for all users.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. MLS helpful but not essential.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years law library experience. Additional research experience (i.e. paralegal) helpful.
• Broad based knowledge and experience with legal information resources and legal technology applications.
• Strong project management, organizational and multi-tasking skills. Ability to provide a high level of “customer service”

Resumes should be submitted to:
Michele E. Elie
Human Resources Associate
Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C.
1251 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
Fax 212-278-1733
careers@andersonkill.com

[posted April 14, 2008]

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