Law Librarian

Job Description

The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at ASU seeks a Law Librarian who enjoys working with students to join our Law Library team. Among other duties, this librarian will provide research support and reference services to the students and faculty of the College of Law. The librarian will also participate in the Law Library’s instructional services, with the expectation that the position will evolve into taking on a teaching role. The position reports to the Associate Director of the Law Library.

Salary Range

$65,000- $70,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

18-November- 2024

Essential Duties

The successful candidate will have the following primary duties and responsibilities: 

• Meet one-on-one with law students to advise and instruct on legal research.
• Provide research presentations and orientations to College of Law students.
• Work on in-depth research projects for College of Law faculty and administration.
• Provide reference services to assist library patrons (students, attorneys, and members of the public) in-person, via the telephone, and through electronic means; participate in rotating coverage of the Reference Desk.
• Create and maintain online instructional materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the goals of the department.
• Physical presence at the workplace or the college is an essential function or requirement of this job.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctorate (J.D) from an ABA accredited institution AND a Master of Library Science (M.L.S.), Master of Library Information Science (M.L.I.S.) or equivalent Library Degree from an ALA-accredited institution.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience conducting legal research. 
• Experience providing reference services in a law library.
• Experience working in an academic law library.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Experience in work that requires organization and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Frequent physical demands include stooping, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25 pounds; exposure to dust and other airborne materials; regularly required to access books and other physical items from high shelves. 
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Must be able to clearly communicate to perform essential functions; use standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor and mouse), printer, copier/scanner, telephone and associated computer/technology.

Department Statement

The Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University is one of the nation's preeminent law schools, focused on offering students a personalized legal education. Ranked No. 1in Arizona since 2010 and No. 36 nationally by U.S. News & World Report, ASU Law offers students the opportunity to tailor their education, to match externships to their interests and career services resources to help land their ideal jobs. Additionally, ASU Law's LEED Gold-certified building in downtown Phoenix is steps away from Arizona's legal, political and economic heart. For more information, visit law.asu.edu.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer