Instruction & Research Services Librarian

Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Leads the Mabee Legal Information Center's instructional program by developing programming, teaching research methodology as an invited lecturer in classes, and creating research guides for specialized topics; expands and improves reference and research services and programs offered to students, faculty, and other library patrons; assists with collection development and effective use of technology.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities):

• Provides individual and group research instruction using databases, print materials, and other resources.
• Prepares content for classroom guest lectures on legal and non-legal research methods and resources.
• Delivers legal research instruction in classes, as invited, and library-sponsored workshops.
• Creates and updates library research guides for courses and specialized topics.
• Adds impact to the MLIC collection of research resources by selecting resources in assigned topics and teaching users how to use library electronic resources and digital tools.
• Collaborates with other departments to assess student learning needs and outcomes.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Strong knowledge of legal resources (Westlaw, Lexis, HeinOnline, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment, drive projects to completion, and act with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Sharepoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the institution.
• A collaborative team player, who can coordinate work effectively with employees, team members, and outside vendors.
• High attention to detail, demonstrated practice of establishing effective priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Strong customer service with a can-do attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

Equivalent Education/Experience

• J.D. required (5+ years of experience working in research services in a law firm library, county law library, or other type of law library may substitute for a J.D.)
• MLS , preferred (required if no JD)

Preferred Qualifications

MLS preferred (required if no JD).
Previous law library experience.
Teaching/training experience.

Physical Demands

Minimal physical demands.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S839P

Open Date
08/20/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

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EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Eeo Statement Summary

The University of Tulsa seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Tulsa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/ Veteran.