The University of Miami Law School has a varied and demanding
curriculum, a highly productive faculty, and graduate programs as well as the JD
program. The Law Library staff prides itself in providing a very high level of
in-depth reference and research support. The reference department teaches over
200 classes and responds to tens of thousands of reference questions every year.
For more information about the library, please see our web site at
http://library.law.miami.edu.
The University of Miami is located in
Coral Gables, Florida.
Reference/Instructional Services Librarian
In addition to general reference duties, such as working at the reference desk, teaching, faculty research and preparing guides, the Reference/Instructional Services
Librarian is responsible for coordinating all training and outreach to students and student groups within the law school.
Responsibilities
-- Coordinates library participation in the First Year Legal Research and Writing classes (tours, training, etc.)
--Responsible for creating and organizing legal research training opportunities for upper-class students, law review members, and other student groups
--Participates in teaching the Legal Research and Writing classes and other library-sponsored classes
--Provides reference assistance to law students and faculty, the University of Miami community, members of the bar and the public
--Possibility of teaching an advanced legal research course as an Adjunct
--Prepares library publications, such as guides and bibliographies
--Belongs to professional associations and participates in their activities
--Some evening and weekend work is required
--Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
M.L.S. (or foreign equivalent) and J.D. (or foreign equivalent) from accredited institutions; excellent organizational and teaching skills, as well as excellent interpersonal
and communication skills; strong service philosophy; desire to participate as an enthusiastic team player; hard working and flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment
with people from varied backgrounds, willing to take initiative.
Salary and Benefits
Commensurate with qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits package. This position is a non-tenure track faculty appointment.
Application
Anyone wishing to be considered for this position should write or email Robin Schard, Assistant Library Director for Public Services, at
rschard@law.miami.edu or to the University of Miami Law Library, P.O. Box 248087, Coral Gables, FL 33124 or by Fax (305)
284-3554. For questions, please contact Robin Schard by email or by telephone (305-284-6441).
The application letter should include a complete statement of qualifications, a resume and the names and addresses of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about the
applicant's qualifications for this position. Candidates applying by August 15, 2009 will be given first consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is
filled.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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