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2/4/2010 Research Librarian, White & Case, Palo Alto, CA Global law firm has an opening for a Research Librarian in its Palo Alto office to work from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Research Librarian will provide high-level and customized research services to all attorneys, paralegals and technical advisors in the firm's Palo Alto office and support other locations as needed as well as be responsible for all aspects of the library in Palo Alto. Proficient in fee based print and online resources in the areas of law, business, medicine, science and other subjects. The Research Librarian will also provide in-house training on the use of on-line and print resources. Qualified candidates should possess a M.L.S. or M. S. in L.I.S. with 3-5 years of law firm library reference experience and thorough knowledge of professional principles and practices of library science. Research experience in intellectual property is highly desirable as well as familiarity with the areas of litigation and corporate law. Candidates should also possess expert skills in searching online research databases and in the use of spreadsheets and word processing applications. To apply for this position please submit your resume, salary requirements and cover letter to: Click Here to Apply No agencies, please. We offer a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package, a professional work environment and opportunities for professional growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. 2/4/2010 Legal Information Assistant, McDermott Will & Emery, Menlo Park, CA
McDermott Will & Emery seeks a Legal Information Assistant. 1/27/2010 Docket/Calendar Specialist, Nossaman LLP, Los Angeles, CA Nossaman LLP has an immediate opening in its Los Angeles office for an experienced Docket/Calendar Specialist to work as part of the Risk Management team in the Firm’s Research and Information Services Department. This is a challenging and evolving position that provides an interesting mix of duties and responsibilities, along with the chance to work with a dynamic group of professionals from each of our major offices. Primary Responsibilities · Provides first-level support for the Firm’s automated docket and calendar system, including routine data entry and daily maintenance; · Under the supervision of the Library Risk Manager, determines docket dates from court documents and correspondence and enters data into the docket/calendar system; · Responds to inquiries from attorneys and staff regarding litigation deadlines, court scheduling rules and related docket and calendar issues; · Supports Firm librarians by assisting with interlibrary loan arrangements, retrieving documents, and re-shelving, processing and routing library materials; · Provides troubleshooting and support to legal staff regarding the docket/calendar process and policies; · Assists the Library Risk Manager with the dissemination and implementation of docket/calendar policies and procedures and ongoing maintenance of the docket section of the Firm’s intranet; · Produces reports and summaries about specific issues upon request; and · Provides backup support to the Conflicts Specialist when needed by conducting first-level conflicts checking and first-level matter maintenance. Qualifications Candidates must be responsible and reliable with strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with people of varying skills, responsibilities and backgrounds. Attention to detail is a must, along with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize, meet deadlines and work effectively as part of a team. Additional requirements include: · Minimum of 1-3 years related legal experience in docket/calendaring required; · Paralegal, conflicts checking and/or additional library experience preferred; · High School Diploma or equivalent required; · Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred; · Detailed knowledge of applicable California and federal court rules required; · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required, together with solid experience with Compulaw’s Vision Docketing/Calendar software and a basic working knowledge of CMS/Aderant time and accounting system both required · Ability to identify problems and concerns independently, communicate them to appropriate individuals and resolve them, with support of others, as needed. As with all Firm positions, impeccable integrity, excellent judgment and sensitivity to others are essential. Enthusiasm, diverse interests and a good sense of humor are always a plus. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to careers@nossaman.com. No agency inquiries, please. The Gordon D. Schaber Law Library seeks an enthusiastic candidate to be our next Instructional Services and Legal Research Librarian, who will provide reference, instructional, and outreach services to the law school community and participate actively in the Law School’s Global Lawyering Skills course. Candidates should have a global perspective on legal education, have the capacity to teach in the School of Law’s expansive Global Lawyering Skills course (legal process, legal research, legal writing, advocacy and lawyering skills), and the ability to work collaboratively in creative curriculum development, with a primary focus on legal research. The ideal candidate may teach Advanced Legal Research. The extent of teaching in Global Lawyering Skills or Advanced Legal Research, and level of curricular development responsibility may vary, based on previous work and professional experiences. The librarian level (Assistant, Associate, Full) will also be dependent upon skills and experience. The law library seeks to foster a participatory, collaborative professional environment: All law librarians serve on the library’s Collection Development Committee and participate in discussions involving long-range planning, library administration and management, and space planning. Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with a full benefits package. Minimum Qualifications: · M.L.S., M.L.I.S., or equivalent from ALA-accredited school, and J.D. degree from an accredited ABA law school, or equivalent · Strong academic credentials · Knowledge of legal research in all formats · At least three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an academic law library · Experience teaching legal research or clearly demonstrated ability to gain prowess as a classroom instructor · Law practice experience · High quality communication, interpersonal and organizational skills · Self-starter who undertakes projects and meets deadlines · Understanding and familiarity with library related technology · Substantial experience using computer-based research tools · Service-oriented and able to work well in team environments · Collaborative management style, team player, open to creative approaches to librarianship and legal education generally · Commitment to scholarship To Apply: Send a letter of interest, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Human Resources, Pacific McGeorge School of Law, 3200 Fifth Ave., Sacramento, CA 95817. Electronic applications may be sent to: mcgeorgehr@pacific.edu. Pacific McGeorge School of Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law is among the nation’s top law schools and is the only ABA-accredited law school in Sacramento, the capital city of California –the 8th-largest global economy. Pacific McGeorge is particularly renowned for its top-20-ranked international law and advocacy programs. 1/7/2010 Librarian, Member Services, Los Angeles County Law Library, Los Angeles, CA The LA Law Library seeks a Librarian with a focus on Member Services. Under the general direction of the Senior Librarian, Reference and Research Services, this position works with all reference librarians to provide reference and instructional service to the Law Library’s diverse group of users that includes both the legal and public communities. In particular, this position supports services provided to attorneys who participate in the LA Law Library Members’ Program including collection development, training and outreach, program development and customized legal research. Minimum requirements include: · MA or MLS from an accredited ALA approved library school; · 2 years demonstrated law library reference experience · thorough understanding and use of legal databases · demonstrated teaching or training experience Knowledge of: · Professional law librarianship concepts, principles and practices · Understanding of law librarianship as practiced in public or firm law library. · Familiarity with reference techniques and bibliography. Ability to: · Plan, organize and communicate outreach services developed for the Members’ Program · Work at a busy reference desk with a professional and courteous demeanor · Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Some highlights of our benefits package include:
Salary: Commensurate with experience. To Apply: Mail cover letter and current resume to: Human Resources, LA Law Library, 301 West First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Apply by e-mail to: jobs@lalawlibrary.org. Please note position title. For a complete job description go to http://www.lalawlibrary.org/about/jobs/ 1/4/2010 Assistant Librarian, Cooley Godward Kronish LLP, Palo Alto, CA
Position Title: Library Assistant III - Acquisitions Assistant Position Number: D99813 Department: Law School Division: School of Law Requisition: Number 0855 Salary Type: Union Scale Is this an Internal Posting? No Salary : Job Description SUMMARY Under supervision of the Technical Services Librarian, performs a variety of duties within the Technical Services unit including: ordering, processing, binding, claiming, locating and printing electronic documents, shelving of periodicals advance sheets and supplements, and assist in the supervision serials student assistant[s]. Duties require high degree of organizational, technical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be able to lift approximately 40 pounds. Essential Job Responsibilities Ordering materials: -Perform pre-order searching in library's online catalog -Verify bibliographic and price data in trade bibliographies, vendors' and publishers' publications, and web sites as required -Select, edit and transfer OCLC records into Innovative's Millennium software for use as temporary entries in library's online catalog and generation of purchase orders -Send purchase orders of vendors both electronically and in print. -Clarify standing order status regarding new editions -Request approval copies of materials when necessary -Locate and print electronic documents as required -Maintain files of original order paperwork for reference -Acquire missing pages, supplements, pocket parts, issues, new binders, additional copies and replacements -Collection and record maintenance -Maintain tickler file of time to order items using Millennium claiming functions -Keep track of duplicates and handle returns or discards as necessary -Assist in creating reports to track acquisitions costs for cancellation review -Compile list of on-search and missing materials for Public Services unit -Maintain supplies for processing materials -Run claims monthly and address non-receipts accordingly Receiving / Processing library materials: -Physically process periodicals, advance sheets, supplements and loose-leaf binders with security tapes, call number labels, barcodes, and property stamps -Shelve periodicals, advance sheets, and supplements as part of Technical Services Department's "first-time-to-shelf" policy -Work with supervisor to establish/maintain appropriate processing procedures -Receive all new monographs and compare received materials against existing order records and route to cataloging Integrated library system maintenance: -Design and implement database maintenance projects for self and student assistant[s] in conjunction with Technical Services Librarian -Modify and update item, vendor, order and bibliographic records as needed -Assist other library staff in using the integrated library system -Offer ideas for changes and improvements in procedures -Supervise student assistant in inventory project Bindery Preparation and Receipt: -Review library system for items ready to bind and generate pull-slips using Millennium -Pull completed volumes from shelf and process titles for bindery on Millennium -Receive returned items on Millennium, review for errors, and process items of shelving -Handle correspondence with bindery Other Responsibilities Miscellaneous: -In coordination with supervisor, hire, train, supervise and evaluate technical services student assistant[s]. -Participate in Technical Services and Collection Development / Maintenance team meetings and projects as appropriate -Will be cross-trained for serials checkin and receipt -Assist in the opening/processing of mail -Assist in serials checkin as needed Perform other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Requires two years library technical services experience with integrated library system, preferably in a law library and four years education (120) units or equivalent, college degree preferred. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and develop diverse and complicated workflow, prioritize tasks, and follow detailed procedures in a team environment. Must possess good oral and written communication skills, and ability to train and supervise others. Flexibility and excellent interpersonal skills a must. Must be able to physically lift approximately 40 pounds. Equivalent combination of knowledge and experience may be substituted for educational requirement. Library technical assistant certificate may substitute for some required experience with technical services in on-line library environment. Must be comfortable and productive working in a cross-departmental, team oriented environment. Must be flexible and open to learning and change. The selected candidate must be able to pass a Background Check, which will be conducted once an offer of employment has been extended. Special Instructions to Applicants Job Open Date 12-03-2009 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Union Type: No Response Job Type Provisional Appt. Is this position eligible for the Employee Referral Incentive Program? No Response Quicklink for Posting www.usfjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51998 EEO Policy The University of San Francisco is a Jesuit Catholic University founded in 1855 to educate leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to work in a culturally diverse environment and to contribute to the mission of the University. USF is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to affirmative action and to excellence through diversity. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities upon request. The LA Law Library seeks a Senior Librarian - Branch and Partnerships. Under the general direction of the Senior Director, Library Operations this new position will plan, implement and manage day-to-day activities of the LA Law Library’s Branch locations and serve as the key point of contact and management for the development and implementation of public library, court and bar partnerships. In addition, this position will work in coordination with other Senior Librarians within Library Operations to initiate and develop programs and projects that expand the collection, services and the use of the LA Law Library. Minimum requirements include: · MA or MLS from an accredited ALA approved library school; · 7 years demonstrated organization and management within a firm or public law library reference service · supervisory experience; · thorough understanding and use of legal databases Knowledge of: · Professional law librarianship concepts, principles and practices · Understanding of law librarianship as practiced in public, firm and/or academic law library. · Familiarity with reference techniques and bibliography. Ability to: · Plan, organize and direct law library branches and partnerships that expand the main library services to a multi-ethnic, multi-lingual urban community. · Work effectively with the public, legal community, the judiciary and government officials. · Coordinate the work of both professional and paraprofessional staff. · Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. · Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff. Some highlights of our benefits package include:
Salary: Commensurate with experience. To Apply: Mail cover letter and current resume to: Human Resources, LA Law Library, 301 West First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Apply by e-mail to: jobs@lalawlibrary.org. Please note position title. For a complete job description go to http://www.lalawlibrary.org/about/jobs/ 11/19/2009 Law Library Director, Chapman University School of Law, Orange, CA
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School of Law Chapman University seeks applications for the position of Law Library Director. The position will be an administrative and faculty appointment, consistent with the governing rules of the American Bar Association. Chapman University, located in the heart of Orange County, California, offers traditional undergraduate programs in the arts and sciences and select pre-professional and graduate programs. Ranked in the top tier of western universities by U.S. News and World Report, Chapman has gained national recognition with its commitment to excellence through research and innovative teaching. More information about the Chapman University School of Law is available at http://www.chapman.edu. The Rinker Law Library currently contains over 300,000 volumes, including books, microforms, audio visual materials, and serials. The collection has grown rapidly to support the needs of a private, ABA-accredited law school and its expanding curriculum, and includes all basic research materials, all primary materials for the United States and territories, and a large treatise collection. The modern, three-story facility features seating for about 300 users with access to the Internet and to many electronic research databases. The Director is responsible for the operation of the Rinker Law Library and will have a law faculty appointment. Responsibilities include long-range planning, budget preparation and control, collection development, personnel management, legal research instruction, technology development, and facility management. Juris Doctor and M.L.S./M.L.I.S. degrees required from an accredited institution, as well as substantial law library experience, including administrative experience and active engagement in scholarship. Salary and benefits competitive and commensurate with experience. Contact: Please send letters of interest to Professor Celestine McConville, Chair, Law Library Director Search Committee, Chapman University School of Law, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866. Chapman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing career opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All new employees of Chapman University are required to undergo a background check. 10/28/2009 Reference Librarian, Public Law Library, East Bay, CA (Agency Listing) Under the direction of the Public Services Librarian, the Reference Librarian provides assistance and instruction to attorneys, the general public and others in the use of print, microfiche, and electronic resources of the law library, assists in promoting the services and programs of the law library and participates in other professional activities and projects related to the library. This position may involve some evening hours at the main library and some days at the branch library. Responsibilities include: 1. Provide reference assistance and instruction to patrons of the Law Library; 2. Assist library patrons in the use of Westlaw, Lexis, Shepard’s, Hein-on-line, Onlaw, other web and print resources; 3. Participate in the collection development process; 4. Write newsletter articles, book reviews, other articles, and promotional materials; 5. Prepare and conduct classes for library patrons; 6. Coordinate assigned library programs such as statistics, web page upkeep and more. 7. Supervise and/or backup circulation functions; 8. Attend professional training and development classes DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Completion of a Masters Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution of higher learning and/or a law degree from an accredited law school, or a meaningful combination of education and work experience that would qualify one to work in a public law library setting. General Requirements: Knowledge of: principles, problems and practices of legal reference and research as they are related to law libraries, law books, publishers, periodicals, other legal reference material, and online research systems. Availability for scheduled evening work or work at our branch as assigned. Ability to skillfully and accurately perform legal reference duties at a busy public law library reference desk, to establish and maintain cooperative relations with others, to perform effectively and to utilize standard programs such as Microsoft Office. COMPENSATION: Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Excellent benefits package including CALPERS medical and retirement plans and Delta Dental. APPLICATION: Send letter of application (including three letters of reference) and resume to:
Catherine Ghent
TITLE: Reference Librarian SALARY: Commensurate with experience LOCATION: Reference Department, Marian Gould Gallagher Law Library University of Washington School of Law Seattle, Washington DEADLINE: Review will begin on November 2, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure consideration of your application, please submit it by 5 p.m. PDT, Friday, October 30, 2009. The Marian Gould Gallagher Law Library seeks an enthusiastic, experienced, and self-directed reference librarian. BACKGROUND: Supporting the work of the University of Washington School of Law—one of the top ten public law schools in the country—the Gallagher Law Library is an active and responsive force in the life of the law school. The School of Law has 56 full-time and 75 part-time faculty, 530 JD students, and 200 LL.M. and Ph.D. students. It hosts several student publications and numerous visiting scholars. Graduate programs include Asian and Comparative Law, Health Law, Intellectual Property Law and Policy, and Tax. The School of Law is in a building that opened in 2003; the Library is spacious and attractive. The Law Library serves the School of Law faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars, as well as other members of the university community, the bar, and the general public. The collection includes over 625,000 volumes and the Library is a selective federal depository. The Library has 29 FTE, with 4.2 FTE in the Reference department. The Gallagher Law Library has a strong tradition of service to all users. Law Library staff also provide on-the-job training to students in the Information School’s top-ranked law librarianship program. In the past year, the Library has implemented QuestionPoint, SharePoint, and WorldCat Local. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Reference Librarian, 1 FTE Will join a team of reference librarians who provide high-quality, wide-ranging services to all library users. Core duties include front-line reference (about 12 hours per week), research projects for faculty, instructional presentations to law school classes and other groups, and the preparation of materials that enhance access to legal information. Each reference librarian also has some administrative duties – for instance, serving as liaison to online vendors, managing the Library’s website, or coordinating teaching and training. All reference librarians report to and are evaluated by the Associate Dean for Library and Computing Services, Penny Hazelton. The department works on a consensus model and is administered on a day-to-day basis by the Coordinator for Reference Services, Cheryl Nyberg. Librarians are encouraged to be professionally active. We look forward to hiring a confident and experienced reference librarian who is a self-starter, has a sense of humor, and enjoys collaborating on a wide variety of projects. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS · MLIS (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited institution · 3+ years of professional law library experience · Excellent legal research skills · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Strong commitment to service · Ability to work in a consensus-driven department as well as independently DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS · Experience providing instruction and training · JD BENEFITS The University of Washington's Gallagher Law Library is centrally located in Seattle, a beautiful, vibrant city on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest. Librarians are academic personnel and are eligible to participate in the University of Washington Retirement Plan (UWRP) with investments available through TIAA-CREF, The Vanguard Group, SAFECO Mutual Funds, and/or Fidelity Investments. Employee contributions are matched dollar for dollar by the University and immediately vested. In addition to retirement, the UW offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance programs. Librarians also receive 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 11 paid holidays each year. There is no state or local income tax. AVAILABLE: Immediately APPLY TO:
Penny Hazelton, Associate Dean for Applicants should submit a letter of application, a resume, and the names and contact information for three references in paper, via fax, or by email to lawlibhr@uw.edu to be received no later than Friday, October 30, 2009, 5:00pm Pacific Time. The University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the University is required to verify and document the citizenship or employment authorization of each new employee. 10/6/2009 Director, Dorraine Zief Law Library, University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco School of Law invites applications for the position of Director of the Dorraine Zief Law Library. The University of San Francisco is recognized nationally and internationally as a premier Jesuit, Catholic, urban university with a global perspective. Its mission is to educate leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world. Founded in 1912, the law school is fully accredited by the ABA and is a member of the AALS. The law school offers both a J.D. degree and a concurrent JD/MBA degree program. USF also offers LL.M degrees in International and Comparative Law and in Intellectual Property and Technology Law. Embracing the University's mission, the School of Law is dedicated to pursuing excellence and educating for justice, evidenced by the quality of students who attend the law school, the faculty's commitment to teaching and to scholarship, and an inclusive, diverse and welcoming learning community. The Dorraine Zief Law Library supports the research needs of the students, faculty, and alumni of The University of San Francisco School of Law and of the University, as well as members of the State Bar of California. It is part of a modern, technologically advanced 60,000 square foot building featuring a comfortable, flexible, fully accessible research and study environment with 394 open seats and additional group study rooms. The Library currently contains over 180,000 print, digital, and microform titles, in more than 350,000 volumes – including the equivalent of 207,000 volumes in microform. Currently, the Library's staff consists of 7 full-time librarian positions and 6 full-time support staff positions. Full-time reference librarians hold both a law degree and a library science degree. The Position The Director aligns library services with the law school's curriculum, ongoing initiatives and the community's research needs. Additionally, the Director actively participates in the intellectual life of the law school, engaging in scholarly activities and teaching as needed and as time permits. In particular, the Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of library operation and administration, including: strategic planning; hiring, training, and supervising library staff; collection development; budgeting; and developing and implementing technology to support library services. The director is responsible for ensuring that the library meets the accreditation standards of the American Bar Association as they relate to law libraries and the membership requirements of the Association of American Law Schools. The Director is encouraged to participate in the American Association of Law Libraries and other law library and professional organizations. The director also works collaboratively with the University Library and the University Library Dean. The Director reports to the Dean. The School of Law is committed to providing the Director with job security and academic freedom, and, depending on qualifications and interest, the Director may be considered for a faculty position. Required The successful candidate will have: - a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and an MLS (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited graduate program. - a substantial and consistent record of innovation, leadership, and strategic vision, preferably within an academic law library setting. The successful candidate must also: - Display a strong commitment to the law school's institutional mission, objectives and needs as well as a strong commitment to faculty and student research and scholarship and to serving a diverse and vibrant user community. - Build successful and strong relationships with the law school's faculty, students, and staff. - Encourage and promote teamwork and communication with both internal and external constituencies, emphasizing flexibility and collaboration. - Demonstrate a commitment to involving staff in addressing problems and solutions, and be able to foster a sense of investment and ownership in the library's mission and challenges. - Value professional development and facilitate and encourage the law library's staff continued professional development. - Nurture and build the relationship with the University generally and the University's library. Salary and Benefits Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A description of benefits is available on the USF website at http://www.usfca.edu/hr/. To Apply Applications, nominations or inquiries may be directed to Associate Dean Ronald H. Micon, School of Law, University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94117. Communications will also be accepted electronically at: micon@usfca.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of San Francisco is a Jesuit Catholic University founded in 1855 to educate leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to work in a culturally diverse environment and to contribute to the mission of the University. USF is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to affirmative action and to excellence through diversity. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities upon request. 9/2/2009 Information Resources Administrator, California Appellate Project, San Francisco, CA The California Appellate Project is seeking an Information Resources Administrator. Firm Overview The California Appellate Project in San Francisco (CAP-SF) is a non-profit corporation established by the State Bar of California in 1983 as a legal resource center to implement the constitutional right to counsel for indigent persons facing execution. Primary Job Responsibilities
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Please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in working at CAP, as well as salary requirements, to bfield@capsf.org.
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