Student Engagement Librarian

Description

The Jerome Hall Law Library at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana, is seeking entry level or early career applicants for the position of Student Engagement Librarian. This tenure-track position is responsible for developing and implementing innovative student-facing library programs; developing non-course-affiliated research instruction; training students involved in moot court, the law journals, and other law school programs; and participating in all general duties of the reference/teaching team of librarians. This position reports to the Associate Director for Public Services. There is lots of room for creativity and innovation in this position.

Apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/27316

Best consideration date is February 16, 2025.

Responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and evaluate services and experiences for law students to enhance their legal research knowledge and experience of the law library. 
2. Teach Advanced Legal Research (2 credit survey course) and/or Advanced Legal Research: Special Topics (1 credit focused topical course).
3. Produce the monthly library newsletter for students.
4. Share in the provision of reference services to law school faculty and students, the university community, and the general public as part of the public services team.
5. Provide support to student-run law journals in use of library resources.
6. Participate in additional teaching responsibilities of the reference librarians.
7. Design and implement assessments of student satisfaction with the library and solicit suggestions for improvements in services.
8. Participate in other duties of the public services team, including instructional library tours and orientations.
9. Participate in library administrative staff meetings, public services team meetings, and other meetings as necessary.  
10. Undertake professional development (publishing, presenting, continued learning) and service as required for tenure and promotion. 
11. Other duties as needed. Librarians perform many unenumerated tasks in the furtherance of the Law Library mission. 

 Qualifications

1. MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or JD from an ABA-accredited law school is required. Completion of both degrees is preferred.
2. Coursework or experience in conducting legal research.
3. Ability to meet IU tenure standards for librarians: https://libraries.indiana.edu/file/promotion-and-tenure-criteria-iub-librarians-pdf
4. Demonstrated familiarity with and understanding of research materials in all formats.
5. Strong service mindset and ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

Salaries for entry level librarians at IU Bloomington start at $62,000 and can be adjusted based on experience. Information about benefits provided by Indiana University is available at https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/neweeo/prof-index.html. Start date is anticipated to be July 1.

The Jerome Hall Law Library serves the 650 students and more than 50 faculty members of the IU Maurer School of Law, the students and faculty of the larger Bloomington campus, and the public. It is a beautiful library with an extensive collection. It is also part of the network of IU libraries, giving users ready access to millions of items. IU Bloomington is frequently cited as one of the prettiest campuses in the U.S., and Bloomington itself is a vibrant, much-loved college town nestled in the hills of southern Indiana. For those who want a big city, Indianapolis is only an hour away, and we are in close proximity to a number of other metropolitan destinations as well, including Chicago, Cincinnati, St. Louis, Louisville, and Nashville.

The Jerome Hall Law Library is committed to promoting respect for all people and supporting the mission of the Indiana University Maurer School of Law in building and supporting an inclusive community of students and scholars.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.