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Position Information
Position Title
Research and Instructional Services Librarian
Requisition #
S01269P
FLSA
Exempt
Location
IIT-Downtown Campus (DTC), Chicago, IL
Department
CK Library
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library seeks an enthusiastic, creative, and service-oriented law librarian to join our Research and Instruction team as the Research and Instructional Services Librarian. The Research and Instructional Services Librarian reports to the Director of the Law Library. The Research and Instructional Services Librarian collaborates with other law librarians to develop, expand, and provide library services, including reference and research services for students and faculty, in-class instruction, and research tools such as research guides. The position is a full-time position and is available immediately.
The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library in the Conviser Law Center is located in downtown Chicago, one of the largest legal markets in the country. The Law Library advances the academic and scholarly success of students and faculty by providing future-focused training and professional research assistance to a diverse community. The Law Library fosters respect for all community members and ideas; supports the learning experience with strategies, services, and space; connects community members to resources in the library, the law school, and beyond; and equips students with practice-ready, strategic skills for their careers.
COMMUNICATIONS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, students, faculty, and all staff levels. Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Exceptional customer service is the library's highest priority. The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library provides our law school community with a high-quality and responsive experience. Our internal customers include Illinois Tech faculty, students, staff, and alums.
Special Schedule Requirements
Generally, Monday - Friday. However, the schedule may include occasional evening or weekend hours to meet the needs of a class or serve as a backup for the library's service hours. The position offers the benefit of a hybrid work schedule.
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
MLS (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent and J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. Two to four years of law library experience is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
Required:
Preferred:
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
The position does not have supervisory or budget responsibility.
Physical Environment and Requirements
Typical work environment is an office setting.
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
None required.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
Teaches legal research in various settings, including guest lectures for the Legal Research & Writing curriculum. Provides subject-specific law practice presentations in clinical and doctrinal courses. Develops instructional content and materials. Additional instructional responsibilities may include developing and teaching courses related to practice-based advanced legal research instruction.
Percentage Of Time
40
Key Responsibility
Provides in-depth, legal, and interdisciplinary research support for faculty and students through in-person, email, or remote research consultations.
Percentage Of Time
35
Key Responsibility
Creates and updates electronic Research Guides, tutorials, and Instructional videos to support the law school curriculum.
Percentage Of Time
20
Key Responsibility
Maintains current awareness of issues and trends related to legal Research and instruction by participating in professional development activities. Participates in special events to promote the law library and its services and engages in law school life by attending events and volunteering for projects. Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
5
Posting Information
Work Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Position Category
Full Time
Posting Date
01/24/2024
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/10184
Position Information
Position Title
Research and Instructional Services Librarian
Requisition #
S01269P
FLSA
Exempt
Location
IIT-Downtown Campus (DTC), Chicago, IL
Department
CK Library
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library seeks an enthusiastic, creative, and service-oriented law librarian to join our Research and Instruction team as the Research and Instructional Services Librarian. The Research and Instructional Services Librarian reports to the Director of the Law Library. The Research and Instructional Services Librarian collaborates with other law librarians to develop, expand, and provide library services, including reference and research services for students and faculty, in-class instruction, and research tools such as research guides. The position is a full-time position and is available immediately.
The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library in the Conviser Law Center is located in downtown Chicago, one of the largest legal markets in the country. The Law Library advances the academic and scholarly success of students and faculty by providing future-focused training and professional research assistance to a diverse community. The Law Library fosters respect for all community members and ideas; supports the learning experience with strategies, services, and space; connects community members to resources in the library, the law school, and beyond; and equips students with practice-ready, strategic skills for their careers.
COMMUNICATIONS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, students, faculty, and all staff levels. Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Exceptional customer service is the library's highest priority. The Chicago-Kent College of Law Library provides our law school community with a high-quality and responsive experience. Our internal customers include Illinois Tech faculty, students, staff, and alums.
Special Schedule Requirements
Generally, Monday - Friday. However, the schedule may include occasional evening or weekend hours to meet the needs of a class or serve as a backup for the library's service hours. The position offers the benefit of a hybrid work schedule.
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
MLS (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent and J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. Two to four years of law library experience is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
Required:
- Extensive knowledge of and proficiency with legal information sources and research methods.
- Experience performing legal research in an academic, government, or law firm setting.
- Evidence of strong teaching and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to excellent patron service.
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
Preferred:
- Teaching or presentation experience.
- Experience in course or instructional design and development.
- Experience or interest in effectively integrating new technologies in teaching and learning.
- Experience designing, creating, and implementing programs and initiatives using law practice strategies and technologies.
- Knowledge of library-relevant technology applications, including LibGuides.
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
The position does not have supervisory or budget responsibility.
Physical Environment and Requirements
Typical work environment is an office setting.
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
None required.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
Teaches legal research in various settings, including guest lectures for the Legal Research & Writing curriculum. Provides subject-specific law practice presentations in clinical and doctrinal courses. Develops instructional content and materials. Additional instructional responsibilities may include developing and teaching courses related to practice-based advanced legal research instruction.
Percentage Of Time
40
Key Responsibility
Provides in-depth, legal, and interdisciplinary research support for faculty and students through in-person, email, or remote research consultations.
Percentage Of Time
35
Key Responsibility
Creates and updates electronic Research Guides, tutorials, and Instructional videos to support the law school curriculum.
Percentage Of Time
20
Key Responsibility
Maintains current awareness of issues and trends related to legal Research and instruction by participating in professional development activities. Participates in special events to promote the law library and its services and engages in law school life by attending events and volunteering for projects. Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
5
Posting Information
Work Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Position Category
Full Time
Posting Date
01/24/2024
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/10184
